Posts Tagged ‘#interviewskills’
Recruiters Advice for Job Seekers During Disruption
The number one question I’m getting from job seekers is: “Do I still go ahead with my job search?” Without hesitation, my answer is: YES. Here’s why…
Read MoreThe Single Interview Success Technique Most People Miss
Increase Your Chances of Getting the Job Following up your interview with a sincere “Thank You” is essential. Most professionals understand that sending a note after the interview is important. What some people often misunderstand is how to best send a “Thank You” follow up to the interview – and when you need to do it! The etiquette of…
Read More7 Top Tips to Successfully Negotiate Your Salary
Articulate your Value to Get What You Deserve It takes courage and planning to successfully negotiate your salary or a salary increase. In fact, it might be even more nerve-wracking to ask for a raise than it is to negotiate a new job offer. Negotiation is not only critically important, but it is also underutilized. In…
Read More5 Powerful Ways to Develop an Impactful Resume
“I don’t understand, I’m qualified for the jobs I’ve applied to, but I just don’t hear anything back,” said Sara sadly. Unfortunately she, like so many others, suffer from the same resume malaise. Her resume isn’t working for her. Sarah’s resume is working against her! She needs to understand the 5 powerful ways to develop an impactful resume.
Read MoreIs Your Attitude Killing Interviews? Improve Interview Impact in 5 Steps
Is Your Attitude Killing Interviews? “I don’t understand why my expertise doesn’t speak for itself!” exclaimed Mike. He beetled his brows and frowned, “I get asked incredibly stupid interview questions when it’s plain to see I’m qualified right here” as he slapped the paper resume in front of him. Mike sat back and said: “I’m…
Read MoreA New Perspective for the Unemployed: 5 Tips to Increase Your Value
A New Perspective for the Unemployed: 5 Tips to Increase Your Value Every day hundreds of Americans join the unemployment line. While the media assures us that unemployment is at an all-time low, we all know that is a statistic based on shaky data. As our economy struggles to once again find a firm foothold…
Read MoreInterview for Impact: Increase Your Job Candidacy by 70%
Interview for Impact: Increase Your Job Candidacy by 70% Interviews: love them or hate them – every job seeker must learn how to interview for impact. A great first impression will only last a few minutes if you don’t have what it takes to be a savvy interviewee. It is vital to ensure that you…
Read MoreHow to Answer the Worst Interview Question
How to Answer the Worst Interview Question “What’s your greatest weakness?” the interviewer asked me. I resisted the urge not to roll my eyes in exasperation. That has got to be the worst interview question – ever. Problem is, many employers are still stuck in the 80’s behavioral interview mode with the following typical questions:…
Read MoreThe Secret About the Secret Pool of Jobs
The Secret About the Secret Pool of Jobs It was late one afternoon when I got the call. The speaker on the other end quickly introduced themselves as responding to my application for a job position and they wanted to set up an interview. I eagerly accepted the time and date for the interview as…
Read MoreHow to Ace the Interview in 15 Minutes or Less
Ace the Interview in 15 Minutes or Less Interviews: love them or hate them – every job seeker must learn to ace the interview in 15 minutes or less. In the age of impatience, we get very little time to make a great first impression. It’s a sad fact that the person most qualified for…
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