Interviewing Tips
Say More With Less: 5 Effective Communication Skills to Sound Smarter and More Confident
-from Study International Mastering effective communication skills can lead to salaries or career growth in today’s digital age. Many studies have shown that: 85% of Americans — and 87% of professionals ages 25 to 35 — who countered on salary, other compensation or benefits, or both pay and other compensation and benefits got at least…
Read MoreUnderstanding Body Language: 7 Strategies For Job Interview Success
-from Forbes Words are only part of the story, in the job interview process – and understanding body language is the best way to create success in your career. Body language is the sum total off all the signs we give off when we communicate, including gestures, posture, eye contact and more. These seven strategies…
Read MoreShowcase Your Personal Brand in an Interview
– from Forbes If you want to land your dream job, simply having a good resume and strong interview skills are not enough. Today, employers are looking for a unique type of employee who is willing to go the extra mile to secure a position within their company. One of the qualities that hiring managers…
Read MoreHelp – I complained about my job in an interview….
-by Kirstin Ferguson I complained about my job in an interview, and it got back to my boss. Help? I went for a job interview at a company in the same industry, and during the interview, I explained, professionally, issues at my current workplace, and why I wanted to leave. Someone who had sat…
Read MoreHow to Evaluate a Job Candidate’s Critical Thinking Skills in an Interview
by Christopher Frank, Paul Magnone, and Oded Netzer Hiring is one of the most challenging competencies to master, yet it is one of the most strategic and impactful managerial functions. A McKinsey study quantified that superior talent is up to eight times more productive, showing that the relationship between talent quality and business performance is…
Read MoreMaximize Recruiting Potential w/Customer & Employee Insights
– by Ainsley Lawrence – Ainsley Lawrence is a freelance writer with an interest in the way business, technology, and education intersect with the personal. She loves traveling to beautiful places and is frequently lost in a good book. Your organization already has a reputation among customers and employees. Do you know what…
Read MoreThank You Letters
Send a Thank You letter – after your interview. It’s good business…and just plain polite! What can a Thank You letter do for YOU…? (a lot) Even if you think an offer is in the bag, you can always improve your chances of getting the job if you send a thank-you letter. Your letter…
Read MoreHere’s How to Avoid Sounding ‘Fake’ or ‘Corny’ in your Next Job Interview
By J.T. O’Donnell – CNBC MakeIt When preparing for a job interview, it’s important to look for ways to stand out from your competition. Unfortunately, many candidates fall short because they end up saying cliches such as “I’m so excited about your company’s mission” or “I’m ready to take on more responsibilities” or “I’m extremely passionate…
Read MoreBrilliant Questions to Ask at the End of a Job Interview
By Rachel Gillett, Allana Akhtar, and Taylor Borden – Business Insider 34 brilliant questions to ask at the end of every job interview. Job interviews are stressful but they have certain guarantees. It should be expected that an interviewer will wrap up with: “Do you have any questions for me?” Asking thoughtful questions not only…
Read MoreHow to Overcome Employment Gaps Due to COVID-19
– by Beau Peters, with additional insights by Heather Kaiser, American Recruiters Certified Professional Resume Writer. Beau Peters is a creative professional with a lifetime of experience in service and care. As a manager, he’s learned a slew of tricks of the trade that he enjoys sharing with others who have the same passion and…
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