People have a love/hate relationship with the workplace, and it’s not getting any easier. If anything, the friction is at an all-time high. The truth is, you spend more time at your job than with your family or friends, so why not learn how to make the workplace work for YOU. We are talking about how to get more money, when to stay or when to leave, how to talk to your manager about tough topics, and breathing new life into your flatlined career. From pay to promotions, from power to politic ...
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The Job Doctor welcomes you. This podcast is about career development, career transition, switching careers, managing your career life cylces, eliminating career depression. This is for you if you want a new career or job, looking for senior employment, long-term unemployed, underemployed, want to get more interviews, need job search skills, need resume writing skills, want to understand how to break into the hidden job market, want to convert your job search from being in an employer contro ...
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The GAP to the Top: How Honest Conversations Unlock Career Advancement
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Anne recently lost a promotion to an outside applicant. She has the experience that should have made the decision an easy yes for her employers and wants to know why she was overlooked. How do you uncover why you weren’t promoted and what you need to change to be promoted in the future? Tessa shares her model for having difficult conversations. You…
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Are You Promotion Ready or Ready For a Promotion?
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Dorothy Mashburn hosts Tessa on her podcast, Pay Negotiations Made Simple. They discuss a variety of topics related to promotion and pay negotiation. Making the jump from mid-level positions to a director or VP role. Navigating conflict in a way that benefits your career. Encouraging your manager to see you as ready for a promotion. Knowing when to…
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The Accidental Accountant: Navigating Undefined Roles & Finding Your Strategic Niche
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Carrie is a practicing CPA who just received a doctorate in business administration. Despite her new job in operations, she keeps being asked to fill in as a CPA and wants to know how to segue into her new role. How do you define an undefined role and make yourself indispensable to your company? In this episode, Tessa explains how to create a strat…
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From Applicant to All-Star: Alli from Corporate's Secrets to Landing Your Dream Job
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Tessa shares notes with fellow career coach Allison Peck of "Alli from Corporate." Alli specializes in helping people transition to the corporate world and stand out from other applicants. Tessa and Alli discuss a variety of topics: What is the job market like today? How do you stand out in a sea of applicants? Can you use AI when applying for jobs…
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Restructuring...Severance or Demotion...Which Would You Rather ?
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Mistee works in healthcare and her department is being restructured. She needs to decide whether to take severance or stay on and accept a lesser role. Tessa covers a variety of topics related to Mistee’s situation. Relevance of the Older Worker’s Benefit Protection Act Negotiation potential within a highly structured field such as healthcare Good …
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Drowning in a Sea of Job Applications
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Andrew is searching for a job as a strategy consultant after being laid off from his position in corporate finance. He wants to know how to choose a position and company that will best elevate his career and how to be noticed by that company. How do you stand out in a sea of applicants? Create an army of people, including family and friends, to fin…
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Double Trouble: Two Career Coaches Help You Winning the Corporate Job Search Game Pt. 2
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In part two of this special episode, Tessa talks with That Career Coach, Kendall Berg. Kendall shares her tips on networking and brand building. Human connection is a core pillar of a happy and meaningful life. While work plays a vital role, it shouldn't come at the expense of the relationships that support us, inspire us, and give our lives lastin…
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Double Trouble: Two Career Coaches Help You Winning the Corporate Job Search Game Pt. 1
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In part one of this special episode, Tessa talks with fellow career coach, Kendall Berg, of That Career Coach. Kendall has years of experience in the corporate world with a background rooted in technology complementing Tessa’s background in HR. Together they offer valuable perspectives on today’s corporate landscape. In this episode, Kendall interv…
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Gen X, Gen Z, Millennials Oh my ?!
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Bradley is the CEO of a company that has undergone significant changes in the last 2 years. He is struggling to keep his employees engaged and motivated. What is the best way to engage and motivate employees? How do you appeal to different generations? Employees are most concerned with feeling seen and feeling like they are making a difference. Tes…
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When &@!@ Hits The Fan in Life
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Life happens...This point was certainly driven home when my sons suicide attempt left him partially paralyzed a few months ago, and forever changed my relationship with him, my husband, family and work. Let me take you into my journey with Harvard psychologist and author Dr David Rosmarin on how to get through hard things at home and at work. Dr. D…
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So you got to let me know... Should I stay or should I go?
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John graduated from college a year ago without doing an internship. He started contract work to get job experience, but the prestigious company he is working for can’t be listed as an employer (only his staffing agency). Should he quit his current job and look for another that will enhance his resume? How can he show his experience without listing …
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I Just Can't Take it Anymore
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Brett shares his experience with a challenging new manager, attempts he made to improve the situation, and how he ultimately knew it was time to leave. What makes a toxic work environment? How to handle differences in expectations with a manager? AND What lessons can be learned from having a negative leadership experience? How do you know when it’s…
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Equity is a Double-Edged Sword
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Danny worked closely with the STO and CEO of her company for 8 months until she was abruptly demoted and let go with little to no explanation. She was released shortly before her equity vest date and received no severance or vacation payout. She suspects discrimination may be a factor. Can a company quietly let you go without proper cause? What rig…
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Let's Meet "Mr. Maverick"
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Chance Allred, a.k.a. Mr. Maverick, is Tessa’s former coworker and the subject of the chapter, “Lies and Politics,” in her book. Tessa recounts lessons she learned from Chance and asks him to share more details regarding his effectiveness in creating employee satisfaction, building culture, and “going fast.” Read your environment. As an employee, f…
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The Road Map to Your Next Promotion Is In YOUR Hands
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Farrah finds herself as a new manager. Eager to do that job well and manage those under her successfully. She also wants those who are her direct reports to know their pathway up the ladder as well. 5 steps to becoming a better manager: Get to know your employees. This means getting to know them on a personal and professional level. What are their …
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From Public to Private - One of LIfe's Great Pivots
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Lyle is a lieutenant in the police force. He wants to be an innovator in the areas of policy and culture and is considering a pivot to HR. What are things to consider when moving from the public to the private sector? AND What is the best way to prepare for a role in HR? Tessa explores differences in the public and private sectors and where she fee…
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Don't Ask For A Raise, Show Them
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Heidi works for a community health organization as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She has noticed discrepancies in her pay and that of her colleagues and isn’t sure how to approach a pay negotiation with HR. How can I work with my manager to create a convincing proposal for a pay raise? Tessa explains how to create compelling visuals and highlight th…
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You Don't Get What You Deserve, You Get What You Negotiate
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Eileen is making a career change within the healthcare industry. She is beginning pay negotiations and wants to make sure she is asking the right questions. What questions should I ask during a pay negotiation? Is PTO something that can be negotiated? Tessa recommends choosing your top 3 things to negotiate. She provides multiple areas of negotiati…
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Ben and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Workplace
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Ben is a member of the LGBTQ+ community and has worked for the same company for 17 years. His manager makes political comments related to LGBTQ+ issues that make him uncomfortable. Previous conversations addressing this have been unsuccessful, and he doesn’t know what to do. What is the most effective way to address a manager who creates an unsuppo…
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The Job Offer: Prioritizing What to Negotiate
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Sarah enjoys her job in ecommerce but feels that there is little room for growth. Her current pay is not on par with market value and she needs guidance in addressing this with management. If I’m already at the top of my pay range but my duties and responsibility have increased, how can I best approach a raise? Tessa provides scripts to use with yo…
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Hannah is struggling to communicate with her manager of 8 months and recently received negative feedback in a performance review. She is confused and unsure of how to improve the situation. How can I build a trusting relationship with my manager? AND Should I go to HER manager for help with the situation? 1) Remove tension in the relationship by wo…
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Lost in the Job Search Jungle
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Jeremy worked in SEO for 8 years before he moved into ecommerce and realized it wasn’t a good fit. He is currently unemployed and having a hard time breaking into the field of product management. How do you transition from one career to another? What is the best way to format a resume that lacks job experience for the job you are applying for? Tess…
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Fractional Forever: Ditching the Corporate Grind
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Richie recently left the corporate world to work for himself and is experiencing the benefits and challenges that it entails. If the grind of self-employment is too much in later years, how do you tolerate working for someone else after working for yourself? How can you tell if a prospective employer is a good fit for you culturally? How long shoul…
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This Advice Is Not For Everyone, But It Might Land YOU The Job
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Corey has experienced a string of layoffs while working in social media and marketing. He believes that this is affecting his ability to land a job. How can you build a strong resume despite layoffs and frequent job changes? Tessa helps Corey to create a different kind of resume. 1. Get clear on the job you want. 2. Instead of building the resume c…
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Your Resume is a Highlight Reel NOT A Logbook
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Tyler has been self-employed for the last 10 years and is trying to move into cyber security. He has a background in IT and a certificate in cyber security but is having a hard time landing a position and doesn’t know why. Why am I being overlooked for jobs? What changes can I make to my resume? Tessa examines Tyler’s resume and provides suggestion…
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Why Didn't I Learn About Money Earlier w/ guest Austin Hankwitz
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Austin Hankwitz Tessa hosts personal finance and investing expert, Austin Hankwitz. They discuss a variety of topics involving career and finance. Tessa shares expertise on resume writing, layoffs, the best career fields to work in, finding your superpower, and recession proofing your career. Austin explains the most common financial mistakes peopl…
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Get Me OFF the Struggle Bus
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Raevin moved to Minnesota for a high-level job in communications and media. She finds herself struggling to fulfill her duties and after meeting with management, she still isn’t sure what to do next. What options are available when considering transitioning out of a company? How can you work with management to make it work? OR How can you use lever…
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Solopreneur Jumping Off the High Dive
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Merit is a freelance artist working in murals and other mediums. She is also a new mother and is trying to find a work-life balance while still pursuing her career and appealing to potential clients. How do you achieve work-life balance with a toddler? How much is too much when bringing your child into your professional life? What is the best avenu…
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You Never Forget Your First One (Pay Negotiation, That is)
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Join in a business student's first career job pay negotiation journey. Seth is still in college but is considering moving for a job opportunity instead of completing his degree. Do I have the ability to negotiate pay and benefits when this is my first job? AND How do I account for cost of living and inflation? To be a guest on The JOB Doctor Click …
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I'm an Unapologetic Job Stacker and My Companies Know It
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Carmen is successfully balancing a full time job in HR AND one in mental health intake. Why do some employers take issue with job stacking even when an employee is successfully completing all duties? Tessa examines this topic from the side of both employer and employee. Tessa’s advice for job stacking: - Be transparent with both employers. - Read t…
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Negotiating the Job Prenup and Other Tricks
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Jacob is currently a director of marketing in the property management field. He received a job offer for a VP position and wants to make sure the financials make sense before accepting. What are things to consider when assessing the compensation package in a job offer? How do you make sure it’s a good move financially? Are there ways to protect you…
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I Want to Be the Boss of Me
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Tessa speaks with successful entrepreneur and host of the podcast Smashing the Plateau, David Shriner-Cahn. They share their journeys of leaving the corporate world and starting a new business and provide tips for those interested in doing the same. Topics include the following: -Managing expectations when making a career change and how to be menta…
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Fakes, Flukes and Frauds: When Imposter Syndrome Shows Up
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Jess is promoted to a New Director position but can’t quite wrap her arms around the new role. How much vulnerability should she show? Jess has worked in marketing for 12 years and is currently in a director role at a start-up company. Does imposter syndrome ever go away? How do you tell your manager, “I don’t know”? When reporting to senior leader…
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Bad Manager Mayhem; Should I Stay or Do I Go?
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Lily works as a middle manager in the design industry. She is experiencing a lack of direction and leadership from her superior that is affecting her ability to perform at an optimal level. Why does it seem that leadership doesn’t hold other leadership accountable? After honest discussions with leadership about issues, how do you decide it’s time t…
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Job Hopping, More Pay and Working The System
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Allah works in project management and is interested in either moving to a new company or switching departments within his current company. 1) What is the minimum time you should stay with an employer to avoid “job hopping?” 2) What are the best ways to convey competence for a position without meeting the years of experience requirement? 3) How do y…
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Does the perfect job exist?
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Andrea left her C-suite position in the nonprofit sector and isn't sure what she wants to do next. Tessa asks a series of questions to help zone in on the size and type of company that will allow Andrea to thrive. Questions Examine: - The benefits of large vs small companies - Finding the right niche and a company that inspires her - Getting clear …
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Doing Two Jobs for the Price of One
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Kaitlin moved from the education field to a fast-paced project management position for a Fortune 500 company. She recently learned that her role is the result of combining 3 different roles and is overwhelmed by her responsibilities. How do I prioritize and accomplish a large workload without being taken advantage of? What is the best way to determ…
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You Can't Hire Millenials Because You Are Stuck in the 80's
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Tessa speaks with Jordan, an HR evangelist at EddyHR. EddyHR is a local payroll and HR company that targets the deskless worker to help hire and retain employees. Tessa and Jordan discuss the nuances of today's job market and what employees really want. Topics include the following: The importance of employers being truthful in job postings Pay for…
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The Most Unwanted Job: Middle Manager
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Namarata works in accounting and has recently become a middle manager. She has questions about the progression of her career. How do you become a senior manager? What makes a good middle manager? How do you show variety on a resume when you've held several different positions within the last 10 years but all within the same company? Do things like …
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Making Them Drool for You: Interview and Pay Negotiation
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Melissa has 13 years of experience in staffing and recruiting but no college degree. She has a pending job offer and isn’t sure how to proceed with pay negotiations. Does the absence of a college degree hinder potential income or the ability to progress professionally? How do you know what salary to ask for, and how do you use leverage to secure a …
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Cubicle guy made it to VP and so can you
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Josh is a software engineer that is trying to break into management in the healthcare space. He is being proactive and making connections but not getting the buy-in he needs to make an impact. What is the best way to present innovative ideas and processes to management? What will make them most receptive to input? If you have skills specific to lea…
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New Grad Anxiety and Finding the Right Fit
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What is the number one thing you look for on a resume with considering new graduates? - Is your education relevant to job (which specific classes are)? - GPA if good - Other activities- Student Government etc. - Outcome you got as an intern - First 1/3 resume most important- value proposition - Linked in style recommendation at bottom of resume How…
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Managing a younger workforce
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Whitney is a director of implementation in SAAS industry and has experienced challenges managing her younger employees. How do you address issues such as entitlement, taking too much time off, demanding incentives, and turnover? What options are available to help employees cope with work-related stress? 1) Shorten the cycle between rewards 2) Get c…
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Your resume is a Ham Sandwich and they want Turkey
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Most people give a job description on their resume - STOP DOING THIS! The Job Doctor Resume "Prescription" 1. Focus on the top 3rd of your resume 2. Have 3 Words that define you at the top 3. Talk about Outcomes – condition of company prior to arrival to present day or after your departure (What impact do/did YOU have) 4. Pick outcomes that gear to…
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Making Friends with the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
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Bernie is applying for jobs and feels like his applications are being rejected prematurely. How do you beat the ATS and get your resume to a “real person”? What is the best way to follow up after submitting a resume? AND What can you do to incorporate your personality into the job search? 1) Treat every job like a homework assignment and address ea…
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Which is better: Hourly or Salary?
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Carrie just got a raise but can feel in the air that there is likely a push to move toward salary over her current pay (hourly) What are the advantages and disadvantages of Salary vs. Hourly? How do we establish and maintain good boundaries around hours worked? AND What can you do to put yourself in the best position to ask for your next raise? To …
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My backstory and Faith Walk - at the Crossroads
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For those of you at the crossroads, you're in the midst of your career transition and all you seem to do is to bump up against obstacles; my back story on how I got started doing this podcast will give you some insights.
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Career Coaching Introduction Story
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How I came to do Career Coaching Introduction Story - the challenges, triumphs and revelations. TheJobDoctor4U@gmail.com
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