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- Can a company choose not to hire someone because they smoke? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Ann Zaslow RethaberWhen we first starting seeing these types of screeners from hiring companies a few years ago, we asked Jay Zweig, employment law partner at Bryan Cave, if it was in fact legal to use smoking as a reason not to hire someone, and Zweig assured us that “according to the Arizona Smoke Free Act, ...
Views: 2380 - Can You Over-Prepare for Your Job Interview? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2010 from Peggy McKeeI don't think it's even possible to be "over-prepared" for your job interview. The better prepared you are, the more confident you will be--and that shows. Especially in this job market, you've got to show up with your "A" game right off the bat to avoid getting eliminated from consideration. ...
Views: 2151 - CDC Navtej Kohli-What You Should Know Before You Go to Any Job Interview - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2012 from Navtej Kohli CDCGoing for an interview is a mixed feeling of enthusiasm and nervousness. Job hunting is a tedious task and facing a board of interviewers is the toughest part of the lot. Instead of looking at interview as a daunting task, it should be taken as the opportunity to showcase your worth and work. A ...
Views: 1183 - Coming Back With Creative Questions at the End of the Interview - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2010 from Peggy McKeeAs a recruiter, I am always impressed by candidates who have questions of their own to ask—and I consistently receive feedback from hiring managers all over the country who feel the same way. The candidate who’s asked, “So, do you have any questions?” at the end of the interview better come up ...
Views: 1948 - Comments On Scott Adams: How to Get a Real Education at College - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Hal WechslerComments You Can Use By H. Bernard Wechsler July 11 2011 Comments on Scott Adams: How to Get a Real Education at College 1. Combine Skills: Be a fairly-well provider of multiple skills and talents. It is unusual to have one person who can successfully multi-task skills a) Moderate Art ...
Views: 2595 - Comments On Scott Adams: How to Get a Real Education at College - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Hal WechslerComments You Can Use By H. Bernard Wechsler July 11 2011 Comments on Scott Adams: How to Get a Real Education at College 1. Combine Skills: Be a fairly-well provider of multiple skills and talents. It is unusual to have one person who can successfully multi-task skills a) Moderate Art ...
Views: 1336 - Comments On Scott Adams: How to Get a Real Education at College - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Hal WechslerComments You Can Use By H. Bernard Wechsler July 11 2011 Comments on Scott Adams: How to Get a Real Education at College 1. Combine Skills: Be a fairly-well provider of multiple skills and talents. It is unusual to have one person who can successfully multi-task skills a) Moderate Art ...
Views: 2363 - Common Questions and Answers Asked in Interviews - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2012 from Radhika Sinha‘Interview’ – sounds scary to most of us, isn’t it? No one likes interviews, especially when you are the one getting interviewed. But there is an interesting trend to be noticed in this whole process. No matter wherever you go, appear in number of interviews, some basic questions remain the ...
Views: 1119 - Common View On Interview Transcription - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2012 from Sang AmaviscaInterview transcription service is actually a quite rapidly expanding sector within the transcription business. It is the approach of converting the interview audio or video recordings to text format. Several organizations supply these sorts of services. These transcription providers had ...
Views: 1062 - Communication Skills: Handle the Handshake with Precision - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2011 from Dianna BooherEverybody does it. But not a lot of people do it well. Yet it’s really not all that complicated. You lock hands; you drop hands. But two people can communicate a great deal that way: A handshake can say, “I trust you.” “I don’t trust you.” “I like you.” “I don’t like you.” “I fear you.” “I can ...
Views: 1332 - Conducting Job Interviews - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Richard NavinJob interviews are vital for an employer or recruitment agency if they are going to be capable of finding the right employee for the job vacancy and for their company or client. The interview must enable the recruiter or interviewer to uncover the essential details of every applicant they ...
Views: 1225 - Confidence the brings success during job interviews - by Submitted on May 08, 2010 from Samantha GregoryThe way you feel about yourself will have a great bearing during job interviews. Although it is enough to hire a person based on mere confidence alone, it makes a person express what is in his mind and it allows him to express the kind of person that he is. Since confidence is one of the best ...
Views: 1085 - Coping With Job Layoff - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Robert ShindellWhen you lose their job or learn that you are about to lose your job, you may experience a wide range of emotions. The reaction to this news can include sadness, anger, fear, numbness, and shame. Experiencing these emotions is normal. Job loss, like any loss, means letting go of something ...
Views: 1248 - Cover Letter Tips for IT Professionals - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Don GoodmanIf all an employer cared about is the IT skills and technical knowledge a candidate has obtained, then there would not be the need for an interview. The fact is, in addition to looking for specific skills and knowledge, employers want candidates who are passionate about the field and who have ...
Views: 1502 - Covering Letter Writing Services adding up to your success scale - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2012 from Jon-Paul BrettCovering Letter writing has changed a number of times over the last 20 years. Originally before the widespread use of computers and email it was actually a letter that would be posted to a potential employer with a CV. As technology has moved on and more and more jobs have moved into tertiary ...
Views: 1068 - Create an Effective Resume Even If You Were Fired - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Don GoodmanPeople get fired from the job for various reasons. However, to a potential new employer it may leave an unfavorable connotation on the candidate. If you find yourself in such a situation, you may have a number of questions concerning how to address the adverse reactions a potential employer ...
Views: 1164 - Days to Stay Off the Road - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Jeff SmithWe have to face that there are certain days of the year that make driving an altogether more dangerous job. There are a few days of the year that if you could avoid driving you can increase your safety odds. Several research studies have been conducted to find which are most dangerous driving ...
Views: 1233 - Dear Career Coach-- I Need a Job! - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Peggy McKeeDear Career Coach: I’ve been out of work for a while, and it seems that it’s getting harder to get an interview. I keep applying for every job I can find, but I’m not getting any response. I think that my unemployment is hurting my chances, and it’s getting worse the longer it goes. What ...
Views: 1728 - Dear Donna Financial Advice Column #2 Seven Important Questions to Ask at a Job Interview 12/8/15 - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2015 from Donna LeeDear Donna Financial Advice Column #2 By Donna Lee (I am not a certified financial planner but a financial coach and I cannot offer any investment advice by law.) 2Q—Are there any specific questions I should be asking when I interview for a new job? 2A—Yes; there are seven or ...
Views: 1546 - Defining Your Brand For The Interview - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Marc DeBoerDefining your brand for the interview can be tricky. When you sit down, you know who you are and what you can offer, yet how do you know that is the "right" brand to present in the interview? Or maybe, you've heard about all this branding talk, but don't even know what it means. Well, let's ...
Views: 1325 - Detroit Real Estate Investments - The Next Money Maker? - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2011 from Debbie MakarowskiThere has been a lot of focus on Detroit real estate investments lately. A lot of people are thinking that this could be the next big wealth builder, but only if you get in at the beginning. If you are thinking why you should think about Detroit real estate investments for your portfolio, ...
Views: 1040 - Difference Between Ansible and Kubernetes - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2020 from Manchun KumarElectronic media has made it possible for us to automate almost all processes in our lives. When technology has such a profound impact on customer’s lives. It most definitely will have an impact on the functions and operations of the business. There are thousands of tools out there that help ...
Views: 1144 - Difficult Questions In The Job Interview -“Why Should We Hire You?” - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Carole MartinThis is one of those broad questions that can take you down the wrong road unless you have done some thinking about what to say ahead of time. This question deals with your ability to sell yourself. Think of yourself as the product. Why should the customer buy? Answers that WON’T WORK - ...
Views: 2601 - Do I Have To Be On Twitter? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from Peggy McKeeIf you want to build your personal brand, establish an online presence, and be in the right place at the right time for your job search, then you have to utilize social media. The big 3 social media sites are LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook. While LinkedIn is focused more fully on business, ...
Views: 1806 - Do Recruiters Help You Put Together Your 30/60/90-Day Plan? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Peggy McKeeThe short answer is yes. A recruiter can and will absolutely help you put together a 30/60/90-day plan, especially an external recruiter whose paycheck depends on you getting the job. The longer answer is also yes, but you have to do your part in making sure that happens. A good recruiter ...
Views: 1916 - Do You Have a Brag Book? Don’t Leave It at the Interview - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Peggy McKeeBrag books are a fantastic way for you to showcase the best you have to offer as an employee. It’s a historical look at what you’ve done over your career, and it’s made up of your performance statistics, project results, product brochures you’ve created, awards, rewards letters, and even ...
Views: 3201 - Do You Have Any Questions For Me? The Question Every Candidate Should Be Prepared to Answer In An Interview - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2012 from Michelle RiklanJob interviews aren’t meant to be an interrogation — they are supposed to be a dialogue. An interview is as much about making sure the company is a fit for you as it is that you are a fit for the company. Preparing for the Interview Before the interview, at a minimum, you should research the ...
Views: 5675 - Do your Research! Steps you should take when researching Companies - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2012 from Paddy PhillipsSocial media is a good place to start researching companies When you first find out you have been asked to interview, you will no doubt experience a range of emotions – excitement and nerves being the main ones. You may also have the subconscious reminder that it’s important to research ...
Views: 956 - Don’t Dress Like You’re at the Beach and 5 Other Job Interview Tips - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Crystal ThomasCompleting the final classes to earn your online degree is an exciting time. It can also be nerve-wracking as you prepare for job interviews. You may feel unprepared, especially if you are moving into a new industry. Luckily, there are common job interview tips that apply across a variety of ...
Views: 1294 - Don’t Send a Thank You Note After Your Interview –Send an Email! - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2010 from Peggy McKeeThe era of the thank you note after a job interview is over. Well, not the actual “thank you,” just the delivery system. It’s critically important that you thank the interviewer for the opportunity, but it’s also critically important that you get it to him within 24 hours. And a ...
Views: 2113 - Don’t Underestimate the Importance of a Phone Interview - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2011 from Robert BoroffMore and more recruiting teams are picking up the phone in order to conduct their first round of interviews. It is much more cost efficient for a company to screen a candidate over the phone prior to meeting them in person. This means that a phone interview is your first chance to make a good ...
Views: 972 - Effective Business Presentations - Show and Touch - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Milly SonnemanEffective business presentations help clients and prospects see, feel, and get in touch with solutions. Yes, you're already familiar with 'show and tell.' But what about 'show and touch'? In my training seminars on presentation skills, I often teach subject matter experts how to do this. And, ...
Views: 713 - Even More Behaviors for a Successful Job Search - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2009 from Gordon WalterIn this economy and with many people to choose from, it can be a close call between finalists in awarding the job. Sometimes the final decision on selecting one candidate versus another can sometimes be based upon relatively minor points. One person was a little better and it made the ...
Views: 816 - Everybody Knows Something - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2012 from Gary SpencerMicroconsulting Did you know that you are already a consultant? Think about it - when was the last time a friend, colleague, customer, or other acquaintance asked you to help them to better understand a topic or to make a more informed decision? Happens all the time, right? That's ...
Views: 1189 - Executive Interviewing: How to Persuade the Right Way - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Heather EagarWhen you’re interviewing for a job at the executive level – especially if you’ve been out of work for a while – you may want to try just about any tactic possible to get the job. Because you’re used to being aggressive to get your way, you may want to try to persuade the interviewer to give you ...
Views: 1080 - Fastest Way to Find a Job - Tip 10 - Recruiters - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2012 from Peggy McKeeRecruiters Recruiters can be extremely valuable to your job search. Why? First, they very often have an “in” at some great companies that you don’t…if there’s an opening and the recruiter says, “Hey, this is someone you should look at,” that’s going to carry more weight than if you show up ...
Views: 1377 - Fastest Way to Find a Job - Tip 11 - YouTube - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2012 from Peggy McKeeYouTube Posting a video on YouTube to try to find a job might sound like a desperate, last ditch effort, but think again. If you’re on LinkedIn, Facebook, Google Plus, or other social media networks, why wouldn’t you be on YouTube? There are lots of things you can do on YouTube that you ...
Views: 1414 - Fastest Way to Find a Job - Tip 12 - Job Boards - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2012 from Peggy McKeeJob Boards What do I mean by job boards? The big ones are Monster, CareerBuilder, SimplyHired, and Indeed. Companies post job openings and requirements on there, with instructions for how to apply for that job. What job seekers normally hear from me is, “Step away from the job board! ...
Views: 1597 - Fastest Way to Find a Job - Tip 13 - Internships / Volunteering - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2012 from Peggy McKeeInternships / Volunteering Internships are fantastic. There are more paid internships than ever before, but even unpaid internships can be extremely valuable to you—if you can snag one at a company within your career area. Some internships are the very formalized set-time programs ...
Views: 1372 - Fastest Way to Find a Job - Tip 14 - Job Shadowing - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2012 from Peggy McKeeJob Shadowing Job shadowing is ideal for college students as they graduate, but it’s not just for the kids. Anytime you’re transitioning into a new field (either by choice or because you were laid off), a job shadowing experience can give you a big boost in your job search. Why should you ...
Views: 1447 - Fastest Way to Find a Job - Tip 15 - Alumni Organizations - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2012 from Peggy McKeeAlumni Organizations Alumni organizations are great networking resources for you, which means they are also great resources to help you find a job. I graduated from the University of Oklahoma, so I have attended many OU alumni functions in Dallas. (Most alumni organizations have groups in ...
Views: 1397 - Fastest Way to Find a Job - Tip 16 - Social / Civic Events - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2012 from Peggy McKeeSocial / Civic Events Not all social or civic events are hotbeds of job search networking…I’ll give you that one. Networking events are better suited for that. However, I believe that any gathering where someone might ask you, “So what do you do for a living?” is a not-to-be-missed ...
Views: 1382 - Fastest Way to Find a Job - Tip 17 Newspapers (or Craigslist) - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2012 from Peggy McKeeNewspapers (or Craigslist) If you know that I’m not very fond of job boards as a job search resource, then you must be really surprised that I would talk about newspapers or even Craigslist in a series about the fastest way to find a job. I’m sure you assume that I think newspapers belong to ...
Views: 1551 - Fastest Way to Find a Job - Tip 18 Networking Events - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2012 from Peggy McKeeNetworking Events Do you have a love/hate relationship with networking events? You know how important networking is for your job search and career success. Networking events are specifically set up so you can network and meet new people. That’s a very good thing. Yet, the thought of ...
Views: 1371 - Fastest Way to Find a Job - Tip 19 Industry Organizations - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2012 from Peggy McKeeIndustry Organizations Industry organizations are some of the best job search resources anywhere. These can be fantastic because they are a direct connection for you to people in your field—including potential hiring managers, but that’s not your only benefit here. You can expand your ...
Views: 1365 - Fastest Way to Find a Job - Tip 20 Freelancing/Consulting/Temping - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2012 from Peggy McKeeFreelancing / Consulting / Temping Freelancing, temping, and consulting are all great ways to fill your time in between jobs. Sometimes it’s just a financial necessity, and that’s OK. But these activities also offer some great benefits for you while you’re in the job search. Sometimes they ...
Views: 1418 - Fastest Way to Find a Job - Tip 21 Career Coaching - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2012 from Peggy McKeeCareer Coaching If you’re in the job search, you have certainly heard advice about job boards, networking, or even temporary work. But have you ever considered a career coach as a path to a new job? When I say “Career Coach,” I do not mean the kind of life coach who helps you decide what ...
Views: 1450 - Fastest Way to Find a Job - Tip 22 Resume Blasts - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2012 from Peggy McKeeResume Blasts I included resume blasts on my Fastest Way to Find a Job Series not because I like them, but because some job seekers think these are the way to go, and I have a better alternative. Resume blasts used to be the hot, hot thing back in 1999 and before. When I got my first job ...
Views: 1468 - Fastest Way to Find a Job - Tip 23 Friends / Family / Church - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2012 from Peggy McKeeFriends / Family / Church It is so important to talk to your friends, family, and church about your job search situation if for no other reason than they are your support system. The job search is too stressful to carry it on your shoulders alone. I’ve known job seekers to leave the ...
Views: 1396 - Fastest Way to Find a Job - Tip 24 Career Counseling Centers - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2012 from Peggy McKeeCareer Counseling Centers There are two types of career counseling centers: college counseling offices and post-graduate work centers. If you’ve gone to college you’re familiar at least with the first kind of career counseling office, but I’d be willing to be that you didn’t especially ...
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