What “Jersey Shore” can teach you about job hunting

by Stefanie Fontanez on January 25, 2010

jerseyOne of the hottest (and most talked about) shows on TV right now has to be MTV’s “Jersey Shore”. The show, which follows the lives of several young adults, has taken the country by storm. Almost everyone we know follows the antics of Snookie, The Situation and J-WOWW as they live and love at the Jersey shore.

But this show isn’t just a guilty pleasure. It can actually help you score a job. It sounds crazy, but over at Excelle they’ve put together a list of how “Jersey Shore” can help you land a job.

Here’s a peek at the article:

1. Fist Pumping:

Jersey Definition:

A classic move typically involving a juiced-up and over-tanned arm thrusting rapidly and enthusiastically in response to a variety of stimuli including but not limited to: slammin’ beats, hot girls and fellow fist pumpers.

Job Seeking Translation:

When interviewing with a potential employer, it is important to show genuine enthusiasm for the position. For example, be ready for the “What questions do you have for me?” segment of the interview. Remember, nothing shouts fist pumping enthusiasm like being prepared and thoughtful about a potential position.”

Read the entire article here.

*Image Credit: MTV/Scott Gries

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