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- How to Make Sure You Can Pass the Phone Interview - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. A lot of applicants don’t want to take phone interviews seriously. After all, they are informal. Shouldn’t you be interviewed in an office instead? This is a misconception. Any kind of interview, even it’s conducted on the phone, should be ...
Views: 861 - How to Make Your Interview Presentation Stand Out - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2016 from Monique CraigJob interviews aren’t what they used to be. If you’re going for something above entry level, you’re going to find that the pressure is on. In further interviews for higher positions, you may be required to create an interview presentation. This takes the interview game to a whole new level. If ...
Views: 1905 - How To Nail An Interview - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2012 from Complete ITProfessionalHave you got a job interview coming up? Do you want to not only succeed, but nail the interview? Well, keep reading for some recommendations on how you can do that! Interviews are a significant part of an IT professional’s career. You’ve possibly had, or will have, several interviews over ...
Views: 1387 - How to Negotiate Freelance Project Bids Via Instant Messengers - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from Joy LynskeyOften when you have a career in home based jobs you will find yourself dealing directly with your clients. This can help to boost or add increasing harm to your reputation as a writer depending on your skills in dealing with social situations. Even if your conversations with a client is limited ...
Views: 1237 - How to Negotiate the Best Salary Possible - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2013 from Eduard EzeanuSalary negotiation is an important career skill. The better you can negotiate with your employer how much you earn, the more financially rewarding your career will be at any stage. Employees who are good salary negotiators frequently out-earn their colleagues with similar skills and ...
Views: 1447 - How to NOT Hire Great People - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2012 from Beth SmithEvery once in a while, I apply for jobs just to see what candidates have to go through in order to get a position. I believe it is important as an interviewer to understand the process from the candidates’ perspective. This gives you a greater insight and allows you to more effectively tailor ...
Views: 1386 - How to Organize for the Vital Interview - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Andy JobsIf you are one of a multitude of victorious job seekers who has been given an interview appointment for the job you have been industriously hunting, to begin with good going. Now it is time to begin getting ready for the ultimate stage towards efficiently landing a position wherever you may ...
Views: 869 - How to Prepare for an Interview - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Piyush BhatiaInterview Tips: Your dress-up reflects your choice, how much you respect yourself and your professionalism. Check your resume thoroughly for sentence framing, grammar, spelling mistakes, correctness of information, consistency etc. Carry at least 2 copies of your resume in a neat ...
Views: 1075 - How to Prepare for Your International Teaching Interviews - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Candace DaviesThere is a lot you can do in preparation for meeting with the recruiters. This preparation will help you to feel more professional and more secure when the time actually comes to interview for that all important international teaching position. Since recruiters are meeting with many teaching ...
Views: 784 - How To Shake The Interview Nervousness - by Submitted on May 28, 2013 from Marc DeBoerIt happens to everyone and you are definitely not alone; interview nervousness. The way I always looked at it was if you're not nervous for an interview, then you really don't care about the job. If you are nervous about the interview, that shows that you really care and it's something important ...
Views: 1418 - How to stand out from the crowd during private job interviews? - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2018 from Reetika PriyaWe all know how competitive private jobs are nowadays. One can easily blame the growing population or lack of companies and firm in Indian economy. But we can't deny the fact that our workforce is getting educated at a faster rate than ever before so does the competition. If you are a fresher or ...
Views: 1637 - How to Successfully Work With an Executive Recruiter - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Dave DartWhen you think about using the services of an executive recruiter, do you think of it as a "here today, gone tomorrow" transaction? If so, perhaps it may be in your best interest to view it instead as building a long-term relationship with a professional that has the resources to help you step ...
Views: 1166 - How To Unlock Your Hidden Creativity? - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2018 from Reshali VindyaMaybe you feel just like you're not a creative person generally, or maybe you merely desire a little a push to get the solution you're seeking either way, there are many small actions you can take to become more creative. These tips can make you see things from different perspectives and develop ...
Views: 1349 - How to Use Body Language for a Successful Job Interview - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Cecile PeterkinJob Interview success depends on more than what you say. What you do can also determine whether you become a new employee or another candidate steps out of the unemployment line. Pay close attention to your body language, for a successful job interview. Attention to Details During the ...
Views: 817 - I Failed the Personality Test – How Can I Recover? - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Peggy McKeeHiring managers often use personality tests such as DISC, Caliper, or Gallup to see if a potential employee “fits” in the organization. They may even have a benchmark of what a top performing employee looks like in order to compare and evaluate you. But what if you fail the test? If you ...
Views: 1964 - Important Interview Tips for IAS Examination - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2012 from Radhika SinhaUnion Public Service Commission conducts the interview for IAS selection procedure, with the aim of evaluating personal eligibility of an aspiring candidate for the government service he has actually applied for. Indian Administrative Services is one of the most prestigious and high sought after ...
Views: 1576 - Important Job Interview Tips for Executive Candidates - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from John Arthur ThomasEvery company needs a chief executive officer and other executives to manage every aspect of running their business. Selecting the right candidate is a crucial business decision because the executives are the face of the company. The job interview should make sure that the prospective candidate ...
Views: 1185 - Improve Your Interviewing Body Language - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Krista MitchellAre you communicating a positive attitude and interested demeanor to your interviewers? Body language (kinesics) is a significant part of communication and psychologists say that over 50% of the meaning of communication is non-verbal. Some say up to 90%. Much of the way we interpret the body ...
Views: 1129 - Information on the internet to the topic of interview questions - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2012 from Antony GrenwhichThere are two basic types of information on the internet, not only in terms of job interview preparation. We can speak about free information and paid information. In this niche, luckily for us, there is free information available. Websites with job interview tips for job applicants are ...
Views: 2531 - Informational Interviewing: A Job Seeker’s Secret Weapon – Part I - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaOne of the most powerful but underutilized strategies in finding a job is informational interviewing, the process of conducting highly focused conversations with professionals currently working in your field of interest in order to gather information about a job, company, field or industry. ...
Views: 1832 - Informational Interviewing: A Job Seeker’s Secret Weapon – Part II - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaPreparing for the Interview Next, it’s time to research the field or industry and the contact’s company. This will help you avoid wasting precious interview time asking questions that you would have been able to answer by doing a little investigation, as well as demonstrate that you are ...
Views: 1354 - Installment Loans Online, Get Your Funds Instantly - by Submitted on May 13, 2020 from Shubham SardaMany people have heard of online cash advance loan companies and how they help consumers with their problems but few understand the best way to apply for these loans. The first thing to know is that you do not need a large down payment or even a credit check. All you need is the internet ...
Views: 829 - Interview Basics - What You Don't Know Can Hurt You. - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Jessica HolbrookIt astonishes me how many job seekers in today’s day and age are held back because they lack the information and skills necessary to interview well. I have developed a simple list of basic interview skills every job seeker should posses before stepping foot in the door of an interview. You may ...
Views: 1088 - Interview Coaching for Medical Sales Interviews - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Peggy McKeeThe medical sales arena is the top-tier of sales positions in the workforce. Because the area is so varied, exciting, and lucrative, many, many candidates are vying for those jobs. So, if you want to land a job in medical sales, you’re going to have to bring your “A” game. Every ...
Views: 1806 - Interview Coaching, the answer to success at interviews - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2012 from Jon-Paul BrettInterview coaching is now a well established industry. As competition for the best jobs in all sectors becomes more intense the interview is the new battle ground. Many are turning to the help of interview training and professional interview coaches. Training to pass a tough interview is a ...
Views: 1028 - Interview Confidence - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from Churchill BrookOne of the key things that you need during the interview process is confidence. Confidence in your abilities, confidence in your fit for the role, confidence that the Company are making a good choice when they interview you for this role. This should not be confused with arrogance which is of ...
Views: 1338 - Interview Etiquette Tips - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Mike LortonTop interview etiquette tip: Write a thank-you letter to the interviewer(s). Thank the interviewer for their time, and indicate your strong interest in the job. Email later the same day or at least within 1-2 days time. More Interview etiquette tips: Be on time for the interview. Don't ...
Views: 915 - Interview for Personal Qualities - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from Rand GolletzMost executives’ hiring skills are sorely lacking. A couple of years ago, I consulted with a medium-sized company’s Board of Directors to sharpen their ability to recruit and select senior executives from the outside after a couple of bad hiring decisions had nearly buried the company. As a ...
Views: 1081 - Interview Killers - A Top Ten List of What Not To Do. - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Jessica HolbrookOver the years I have interviewed hundreds of candidates. I have seen and heard things that would shock you and that you would never expect during an interview. So I have compiled a list of the top ten things not to do during an interview. 10. Do not bring your boyfriend, best friend or ...
Views: 1189 - Interview Mastery -- Answering Questions like a Pro - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2017 from Linda CattelanHere you are face to face with your interviewer. It's the moment you've been waiting for, preparing for. Will you nail the interview or will you be stumped by the interviewer's questions. Anticipating the potential questions you might be asked and ensuring you have concise, well thought out ...
Views: 1546 - Interview Prep for Medical Device Sales - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Peggy McKeeIf you’re in the job search for a medical device sales job, you know how tough it is. Even if you have the right background in science and technology plus sales experience, there’s some intense competition for these fantastic positions. What can you do to prepare for your medical device ...
Views: 2200 - Interview Skills - Why They Are Essential For any Job Seeker - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2013 from Joel JohnsonMany people looking for work still lack some of the basics interview skills required to succeed and win the job. This is all the more surprising when you consider the fact that unemployment is at it’s highest level for many years. Getting a job offer really is dependant on the candidate giving a ...
Views: 856 - Interview Strategies - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Michelle RiklanIn the course of my career I have interviewed thousands of individuals seeking employment at all levels from the entry-level college graduate to the Chief Financial Officer. While my experience spans across a wide variety of industries, the interview mistakes that I’ve seen are ...
Views: 5843 - Interview tips - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from AmieMaus93 KennedyObtaining degrees and acquiring qualifications are not the only requirements for getting the job you want. You also need to make the case for why you are the best candidate for a job. To be sure, having the right knowledge, skills and abilities are important, but many other persons applying for ...
Views: 1053 - Interview tips for fresh graduates - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2012 from Henry CollinsIn the current economy, finding a job for graduates who are just entering the market can be a difficult task. There are a few hurdles that most graduates have to face because they are new to the workforce. Lack of experience is the biggest challenge, followed closely by lack of interviewing ...
Views: 1850 - Interview Tips for Job - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from James AndersonA job interview can be a daunting experience. One of the big challenges is to come across as being confident even though you are very nervous. For most of us there is a lot on the line when we go for that job interview and if it’s that dream job then it’s really important that you put your best ...
Views: 798 - Interview Tips: How to Prepare For an Interview - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2011 from Charles MartinPersonal interview is generally the last step of the recruitment process. After clearing the interview, you will be directly given the offer letter from the company. Most people find it difficult to crack the job interviews even after possessing the complete qualifications. This is because most ...
Views: 985 - Interview Tips: Interview Feedback Questions - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Charles MartinRepeated failures in the interviews may disappoint the candidates. Although every rejection will help you learn new things, understand the areas where you must make improvements, it also will make the candidate to lose his confidence. Also, if the wrong techniques are employed, it will not make ...
Views: 7123 - Interview with RJ about Sanding Belts - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Rebecca BosticCustomer Service is very important these days and in that it is important to take care of customers query. Though we have already posted some FAQ’s and also have the live chat facility for you on our website with a service representative, I thought to have a one to one chat with the owner of ...
Views: 1558 - Interviewing Advice For Hospitalist Jobs and Other Physician Careers - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Joy CutlerOne of the traits of hospitalist physicians that can be frequently overlooked is personality! Most readers know that in order to become a physician in the first place, individuals must be smart, hardworking, and very dedicated to their studies and their career trajectory. Surprisingly though, ...
Views: 3340 - Interviewing is Marketing - by Submitted on May 29, 2012 from Beth SmithDid you know that the interview process is a great marketing tool? People who are genuinely interested in your company will apply for positions, not just those looking for a job. It’s possible to have an audience of up to 500 applicants who want to work for you. While you can’t possibly hire ...
Views: 1680 - Interviewing? Here's Your Packing List - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2011 from Sheila KoohpaiYou got that final round interview in San Francisco—and it’s time to pack your bag for the flight. Packing smart for an interview will help you show up calm, prepared, and looking your best, and without a handful of new bruises from lugging an over-sized trunk through the airport. So, ...
Views: 4300 - Is Investing on Rank Builder Solution Money well-spent? - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2013 from Ricky PaulThe primary and principal aim of web presence is to be found. In order to achieve this goal, one needs to get better visibility and for better visibility, higher rank in the SERPs is essential. Keeping this view in mind, rank building programs sound like a great idea. However, every search ...
Views: 1226 - Is it crazy to create a 30/60/90-day plan before you even go to the interview? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Peggy McKeeMany candidates see the first interview as a get-to-know-you session. They want to find out more about the job to see if they’re truly interested, and they want to test the waters to see if the company is really serious about hiring them. And a 30/60/90-day plan is a detailed outline specific ...
Views: 1627 - Is It Possible to Create a 30/60/90-Day Plan In Less Than 2 Hours? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Peggy McKeeA 30/60/90-day plan is a detailed outline of what you intend to do on the job in your first 3 months as an employee. It’s an overall strategy for success laid out in a step-by-step fashion that is specific to that company and that job. The more specific it is to that company, the better off ...
Views: 1838 - Is your on-line reputation hurting you? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Robert Shindell"Is your on-line reputation hurting you?" Chances are you already have a reputation online, even if you don't want one. On Web sites across the Internet, people can find information about you. You should be aware of your online reputation so you can protect it. This is especially important ...
Views: 1157 - Is your Professional Image in need of a Make Over? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Maria MartinezOne of this week’s highlights, was a meeting in celebration of Professional Women’s Day. The American Business Women’s’ Association, group of which I am a part of, always provides not only opportunity to network with other professionals but also, they are very deliberate about making personal ...
Views: 1321 - Job Interview Advice: The Very Best Way to Stand Out - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2010 from Peggy McKeeCandidates always want to know the ONE thing they can do in the job interview that’s going to be the most impressive to the hiring manager. And there really is one answer. There are a lot of other pieces that go into a successful job interview, but the number one thing you can do in the ...
Views: 1760 - Job Interview Advice: Why You Need a Career Coach - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Peggy McKeeCareer coaching is sometimes thought of as a counseling session for “what do you want to be when you grow up?” That has its place, for sure, but career counseling is not career coaching. Career coaching works a lot like athletic coaching—it’s an experienced trainer standing behind you, helping ...
Views: 1752 - Job Interview and Preparation Coach - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Peggy McKeeDid you ever wish you had the “inside track” at your interview? Or that you knew exactly how to explain that slightly difficult/embarrassing/sensitive situation in your job history? Or even the very best way to explain who you are and what you do in a compelling, “hire me” kind of way? Maybe ...
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