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Here are a few red flags to watch out for that may indicate you should keep job searching.
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Here are some of the key areas to research when preparing for an interview.
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When using the STAR Method, be sure to discuss the who, what, where, when and how of an experience.
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Behavioral interviewing is probably the most popular interviewing style utilized today. During this conversation, your interviewer is looking for examples of your past behavior that will predict future success in a new role.
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While you’ve likely answered many of these before, it never hurts to brush up on solid answers and think of new or recent anecdotes to illustrate your point.
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Most of the interview process is out of your hands, for better or for worse. But what you can control are your actions.
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What happens in the final moments of a job interview is probably one of the most overlooked aspects of the entire job seeking or hiring process, and how you conduct yourself at these critical final moments can sway the offer in your favor (or out of it), especially if you’re in tight competition ...
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5 Mistakes to Avoid in Any Interview
10/29/2020
While there are all kinds of advice out there, here are a few things NOT to do in your next interview. -
While it’s unlikely that you’ll get the answers you want to all of your questions, there are still appropriate ways to approach your interviewers or the employer and find out as much as you can about their decision. Here are a few of the best ways to do just that.
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Let’s take a closer look at a few things that you should definitely do, as well as a couple that you shouldn’t, in order to make a good first impression.
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11 Indications of a Good Company Culture
10/19/2020
Whether you’re deciding to accept a job offer from a new employer or you’ve just started a new job, one of the most important aspects of your professional life will be the workplace culture. The office or organization’s environment or “vibe” is so powerful that it can make or break your job exper... -
Are you feeling discouraged because you’re not getting the kind of offers or feedback that you want or need? Job search fatigue is real, and when you’re in the thick of an intense job hunt, the stress of the “network, apply, interview, eat, sleep, repeat” routine can start to wear even the most c...
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In essence, a good interview often comes down to “likeability” and if you’re able to establish a friendly rapport with the interviewer(s). Keep these 5 highly effective rapport-building techniques in mind as you interview.
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When you’re on the job market, how you come across and the level of professionalism that you exhibit at every step is often just as important as the substance of your background, skills, or education.
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6 Steps to a Successful Phone Interview
10/7/2020
After submitting many resumes and cover letters, you finally got good news — a recruiter wants to schedule a phone interview with you! Take a few minutes to celebrate, but then it’s time to start preparing. -
The final interview is probably the most intense and important interview you’ll go through, and here you want to show your in-depth knowledge of your industry, the role, and the organization, so your questions should reflect this high level of preparedness and research.
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While it’s only a few hundred words, writing a good follow-up email accomplishes a few important things.
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How to Master Interview Small Talk
9/22/2020
We bet that you have a solid handle on your work experience and skills and can tell your career story backward and forward. But, what about those moments where you’re walking to the interview room, waiting for someone to join or loitering by the elevator on the way out? -
You likely know that there are some types of questions that are off-limits in a job interview, but did you also know that many of these are basically illegal?
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Unlike the professional skills and experiences you gain through formal training or education, soft skills are those elusive interpersonal skills, personality traits, character attributes, or communication styles that will determine how you interact with your colleagues and the success or failure ...