Who says games are a waste of time? Discover three classic games to boost your resume and learn about the workplace skills you can gain from playing Chess, Minesweeper and Poker
Think games are simply fun? Think again. According to gaming expert Neal Taparia, Founder of 1000Mines, the right games can show off serious job-ready skills – and even help your resume stand out.
“Adding a few well-chosen interests or hobbies to your resume allows you to show recruiters your personality while providing another avenue to showcase your skills,” says Neal.
Here are 3 classic games for your resume, and the workplace skills you can add to your CV

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