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- Graduate Image: Interview Tips - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2007 from Sandy DumontGraduate Image: Interview Tips By Expert Image Consultant, Sandy Dumont Your image in college may not have been that important to you, but as a college graduate you will soon have to put on a suit and begin interviewing for jobs. If you want to get hired in a traditional business arena, ...
Views: 2322(1 vote) - Hire the Best to Start With - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2009 from Joan CurtisHow can we hire the best with today’s job market? We all know that unemployment is at its highest. What does that mean to the employers? When I wrote the book on Strategic Interviewing (which, by the way, you can buy for a huge bargain used right now) nine years ago, there were more people ...
Views: 1001(1 vote) - How do I make sure I get the salary I deserve? Four steps to successful salary negotiations. - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2010 from Courtney LynchToday’s headlines are quick to point out that in most professions men make more than women for performing the same job. For decades women have demanded equal pay for equal work, yet year after year women's salaries fail to measure up to the salaries of men. Why does the “pay gap” still exist? ...
Views: 1027(3 votes) - How The Net Can Truly Help You Hire The Best Candidate First Time. - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2008 from Patricia DeardryTesting is an integral part of any course regardless where it is taken, from classrooms to the workplace. As we all know testing is primarily used as an assessment tool that allows decisions to be made. Traditional methods used the pen and paper strategy while during the early 1990s that ...
Views: 1033(1 vote) - How to Close Your Interview and Get the Job - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeIf you are searching for a job in any kind of sales and you want an edge in your job interview, here it is: know how to close the interview. Closing the interview requires that you stop focusing so completely on your own performance and ask questions that help you discover the needs of your ...
Views: 3215(1 vote) - How To Face HR Interviews - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2007 from Chris PIt is always difficult for a job seeker, to face the interviewer, especially for freshers who are just out of college, seeking a job. It is wise to prepare some hr interview questions before attending the interview. Some of the difficult hr questions to face are as follows. Tell me about ...
Views: 3620(1 vote) - How To Interview With Confidence - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2008 from Heather MarkelTo view the FULL article, with all TEN EXPANDED TIPS, please visit http://spiceupwork.com/index-4.html and click on the article "How to Interview With Confidence". This is often the time of year when we're back from our summer vacations, and ready to move forward with goals, or, as a college ...
Views: 1198(1 vote) - How to Write an Effective Resume - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeMany, many people do not know how to write a resume, despite a wealth of information available. It's not just a list of jobs you've had, or skills you have. It's a marketing document. You are marketing yourself. In an uncertain economic climate, you must make the most of every opportunity you ...
Views: 1964(1 vote) - Interview Preparation (Re-entering The Workplace) - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2008 from Terry HarrisOne of the most important factors to interviewing is being prepared. I can not stress enough how important this simple but commonly overlooked part of the interview is. Just taking a little time before your scheduled interview to practice answering interview questions will not only help you with ...
Views: 1259(1 vote) - Interview Preparation Gives Confidence - by Submitted on May 17, 2008 from Alvah ParkerThese ten interview preparation tips will help you to prepare for the interview. There is a lot to think about when you have one scheduled. Following these 10 tips will allow you to feel more relaxed during the interviewing process. 1. Clothes - The day before the interview (or earlier) decide ...
Views: 971(1 vote) - Interview Questions: Read This Before You Go to Your Sales Interview - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeJob interviews can be very stressful situations. To alleviate that stress so that you come across as confident, competent, and capable: be prepared, have good communications skills, and have a few tricks up your sleeve. Stepping it up so that you shine in the interview and stand out from the ...
Views: 3986(1 vote) - Interview Tips for Sales Professionals - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Clay ScrogginEarly on in my career, I was awful at interviewing, probably still am today. I’m not sure why but I would get nervous and end up saying something stupid during those awkward moments of silence. Looking back at it I was probably trying too hard to show my personality as opposed to my ...
Views: 1205(1 vote) - Interviewing - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2007 from Means DavisLet¡¦s look at an alternative to the usual interview; we¡¦re not invalidating other ways, just exploring another way that has been highly effective in today¡¦s job market. Start off with your first contact ¡V it¡¦s the most important; **Be ...
Views: 1293(1 vote) - Interviewing's Dark Side - 8.3 Insider Job Interview Strategies You Must Have to Succeed - by Submitted on May 17, 2010 from Stephen Frey1. Research the Company 2. Know your resume 3. Know your online reputation 4. Prepare an interview emergency kit 5. Study job description - identify skills most relevant to job 6. Build rapport 7. Make eye contact 8. Body language 8.1 Showcase your skills with concrete examples 8.2. Be ...
Views: 1403(1 vote) - Job Interview Preparation - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVAnyone would agree that the job interview should find you prepared with all the information you need regarding the position you are applying for. However, that does not mean that you should know some generic characteristics of it, but rather the responsibilities it involves in the particular ...
Views: 867(1 vote) - Job Interview Questions & Answers - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2009 from Laura WhitelawJob Interview Question #1: Why Are You Leaving Your Current Position? The above question is one that sometimes trips people up. If the reason you're leaving is because you are unhappy with your current job - try and keep your answers positive. Otherwise, you'll only come off as someone who is ...
Views: 1367(1 vote) - Job Interview Questions and Answers - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from Andrew RondeauYou are excited, as you have been offered a job interview. This is the final hurdle to overcome to get that new job. Don’t mess it up. Make sure you put in the effort to prepare. Those job interview questions are going to come at you, thick and fast! When you go to your interview, your job ...
Views: 3507(1 vote) - Job Interview Techniques - 3 Super Tips When Preparing For A Job Interview - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2008 from Michael LeeMany people get anxious when they’re preparing for a job interview. But there’s nothing to be nervous about if you’re confident in your abilities. As long as you apply the 3 job interview techniques and tips below, securing your dream job can be as easy as pie. Job Interview ...
Views: 3043(1 vote) - Job Interview Techniques for the Jobseeker - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2009 from Laura WhitelawJob Interview Technique #1: Maintain Eye Contact & Smile Smile, and when the interviewer reaches out to shake your hand give him or her a firm handshake. Maintain eye contact with the interviewer while he or she is talking. Be conscious of your body language. Try and sit up straight and keep ...
Views: 1112(1 vote) - Job Interview Tip: Create a 30/60/90-Day Plan - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeIf you’re searching for a sales job (or any job), you want every advantage you can get, right? Which means, you’ve probably put a lot of effort into your resume, you’ve found the perfect suit for interviews, and you’ve gone over your answers to potential interview questions. Want another ...
Views: 6178(1 vote) - Job Interview Tips for Success - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2009 from Laura WhitelawJob Interview Tip #1: Research The Company Read as much information as you can about the company and the position. Look them up on the web or call them to obtain company brochures and their annual report. If you obtained the interview from your response to a job posting, the job posting itself ...
Views: 1008(1 vote) - Job Interviews: How You Can Benefit By Asking Questions - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeWhat really separates candidates? It is not what you think. Of course, you need a great resume and you have to have presence. You have to have your shoes shined, show up on time and answer all the questions correctly. But you know what really makes a great candidate stand out from the ...
Views: 1584(1 vote) - Know The Following Before You Approach a Recruiter - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Ken Sundheim1. Despite how perfect you think you are for a position, don't oversell yourself in the subject line out of fear that a normal application will forever remain in a bottomless inbox never to pair you with the position. Many job seekers want to display their importance in the subject line upon ...
Views: 1435(2 votes) - More than 90% of the job interview is conveyed by non-verbal means - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Body languageMore than 90% of the job interview is conveyed by non-verbal means. You did all the homework for your interview. You know everything about the company, their vision, management style, what skills you have that would benefit this company, and where you expect your career to be in 10 years. ...
Views: 1466(1 vote) - Moving Interviews and Moving On - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVJob interviewing is very unnerving for many people, so having to reschedule an interview or having to deal with an unsuccessful interview could set some people into panic mode. Don’t fret! These things happen! Here are a few tips when you are faced with such a situation. The Don’ts of ...
Views: 974(1 vote) - Our CAR Collection Makes Job Interviews Happen - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Tim CunninghamToo many of us have never been taught how to write interview generating resumes. Until reality shows us otherwise, we tend to think that all we need is our contact information, the title of the job we are applying for, a list of previous jobs and an outline of the responsibilities that we ...
Views: 1275(2 votes) - Overcoming Job Interview Objections - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Todd HicksAre you an active participant in the labor market looking for a job or career? Do you dread or endure negative experiences with job interviews? It is not fun to go through the process of looking for a job and being hit with objections from a potential employer in a job interview; yet, you just ...
Views: 2372(1 vote) - Overcoming Nervousness & Acing the Telephone Interview - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from David SnellWith so many people out of work these days, there may be dozens if not hundreds of people applying for the job you want, need and deserve. And because there are so many job seekers for every available position, an increasingly important aspect of the weeding out process is “the dreaded ...
Views: 1488(1 vote) - People skills most important in job interview - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2008 from Joe TakashWondering about the types of skills that employers are looking for in prospective recruits? A survey of 1,400 chief financial officers by Accountemps showed that more than 75 percent placed a very high value on communication skills when hiring accountants. "Accountants are required to ...
Views: 2138(1 vote) - Preparing for a Job Interview - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2009 from Laura WhitelawPreparing for a Job Interview: The Mental Preparation Let's face it! There is lots of competition out there in the job market today. Not only do you need to be prepared for the questions you may get asked but you also need to be emotionally prepared. If you are nervous or lacking confidence, ...
Views: 969(1 vote) - Preparing For Your Job Interview - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraThe night before your interview, the beating of your heart is so fast. Who on earth can sleep deeply before the big day? Your stomach feels as if your organs are having some trouble. You feel anxious, nervous and uneasy. Your imagination can make you like that. You're confused if you like to ...
Views: 727(1 vote) - Questions to Ask (and Not to Ask) at a Job Interview - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2009 from Michael LeeIn a job interviewer, the HR manager or the boss does all the interviewing. At first, anyway. Once the interview is done, they usually ask the applicants if they have any questions. If you’re the applicant, do you know what questions to ask at a job interview? There are some appropriate and ...
Views: 1128(1 vote) - Ramp it Up, Step it Up, Get Your Foot in the Door! - by Submitted on May 19, 2009 from Karen HughesSuccess is predictable. Even in today’s economy, people are achieving success. Predicting your success can be determined by your ability to communicate effectively. Having great communication skills builds trust and trust builds relationships. Relationships are how businesses are built and ...
Views: 1279(1 vote) - Ride-Alongs and Ride-Withs (aka Job Shadowing) - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeWhat is a ride-along? Why is it important? A ride-along is just what it sounds like: You spend a day with a medical sales rep who’s in the field you’re thinking you’d like to sell into, and see how a typical day goes. A ride-along can be one of your greatest opportunities to differentiate ...
Views: 2437(2 votes) - Salary Negotiation - How To Get The Salary You're Worth In Your Job Interview - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Catherine JonesJob interviews are tough. I personally do not know too many people that enjoy going on them. Not only are you attempting to impress the interviewer but you also worried about answering interview questions without stammering and thinking of good interview questions to ask. Many people are ...
Views: 1380(1 vote) - Sample Job Interview Questions For Success - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2009 from Laura WhitelawSample Job Interview Question #1: What do you know about our company? This question is usually asked in the beginning stages of the interview process. To prepare for this question, you'll want to research as much as you can about the company beforehand. You can search for information in the ...
Views: 2333(1 vote) - Selling Yourself In The Interview - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2008 from Terry HarrisSelling yourself is one of the most important steps of the interview process. It gives the interviewer a sense of who you are and whether you are a proper fit for the position you are applying for. Even more importantly, it allows the interviewer to know if you will be an asset to the ...
Views: 1673(1 vote) - Sequencing Mothers - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2008 from Terry HarrisSequencing Mothers Regaining Your Career After Staying Home To Manage The Family Written By: Terry Harris Sequencing: The fluid work pattern which occurs over a number of years and at various stages of motherhood in which mothers move in and out of paid employment and/or opt for a variety of ...
Views: 1363(1 vote) - Seven Great Questions to ask at a Job Interview - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Paul SloaneIf you are going for an interview as a prospective employee then you should do some research. Read the job description and requirements carefully. Browse the web site to see how the organization presents itself. Search for news items and comments about the company on news sites and ...
Views: 1806(3 votes) - Seven Items to Consider When Interviewing Potential Staff Members - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Sharon MikrutI have interviewed potential applicants for a variety of staff positions over the past 20 years. In the nonprofit field, I have found there are certain steps supervisors should take when interviewing potential candidates. My top seven items to consider during the interview process, to ensure ...
Views: 1711(1 vote) - Speaking with your whole body - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Vic WilliamsThis is a short article on body language, written as if you will do a presentation, and get feedback on it. Speaking with Your Whole Body Time: 5 to 7 minutes Our bodies talk all the time. 80 to 90% of our normal human communication is via our body language, and much of that is ...
Views: 2554(2 votes) - STAR Interview Technique for Behavioral Job Interviews - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeEmployers want to know about more than just your skills and experience–they want to know how you’ll get along day-to-day. How will you react in stressful situations? What will you do when a customer gets cranky, or there’s some issue with the product? One way for hiring managers to get to ...
Views: 2329(1 vote) - Success Strategies Interviewing Potential Employees - Structured Interviewing - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Jeremy GislasonInterviewing is the time where most companies rely on ‘gut instinct’ assuming that the candidate is qualified for the position when what they should be doing is evaluating their qualifications during the interview. In addition to direct questions the interview will want to prepare ...
Views: 865(1 vote) - Successful Resume Writing & Job Interview Tips - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2009 from Pamela WatsonHow many people enjoy writing a resume? Not many. And what about job interviewing? Again, not many. Job interviews can make you feel uncomfortable because interviews are designed to treat you as if you're a product that needs to be checked out like the tire of a new car. Secondly, resume writing ...
Views: 1030(2 votes) - Take Your Best to the Next Level - by Submitted on May 22, 2010 from Jennifer Ransaw SmithI'm going to let you in on a little secret: your best is no longer good enough. I know...I know...it sucks, but it's the truth and what this means is "you don't get brownie points for doing something you're supposed to be doing," to paraphrase a Chris Rock routine! If someone hires you, they ...
Views: 1452(1 vote) - The 4 Things a Hiring Manager Looks For in a Candidate - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Peggy McKeeCandidates are always looking for the “secret” to what the hiring manager is really looking for, so that they can highlight those parts of their experience that will entice the manager into making the job offer. If you look at hiring across industries and job titles, the basic qualities all ...
Views: 1888(2 votes) - The Best Cover Letters and Thank You Letters - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from John AOVJob advertisements don’t always ask for a cover letter along with your resumé, but you should know you are always expected to send one. Some companies won’t even look at your resumé if it’s not accompanied by such a letter. After all, resumés and cover letters represent your first encounter with ...
Views: 2615(1 vote) - The Essential Job Interview Checklist - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from James MalervyYou just got the call for a job interview! This is great news, Congratulations! See how all the hard work you put into writing a professional resume, networking at various events and online job searching has paid off at last. To be sure you are the brightest star above all the other job ...
Views: 1410(2 votes) - The Job Interview: More than Words - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVThere you are, waiting to walk into the HR office for the job interviewing process. Minutes before the interview, you’re mentally reviewing the anticipated questions and the answers you have prepared. But is that all there is to it? While the advisory literature abounds in articles ...
Views: 866(1 vote) - The Medical School Interview: Writing Thank You Notes - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2009 from Dr.Michelle FinkelOnce your AMCAS and secondary essays have been submitted, getting into medical school kicks into high gear with the interview season. Because medical school admissions have become so competitive of late – especially in this weaker economy - the medical school interview has become ...
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