The atmosphere of today’s shaky economy and overcrowded job market easily affects attitudes about job interviews. Pass the initial candidate screening is already a great achievement and when people rush off to their interviews, they’re really stressed and often forget about some basic, but important details. When going to a job interview, you simply must remember…… Continue reading 10 Reasons Why A Job Interview Can Go Wrong
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Interview Follow Up Protocol: Don’t Become a Pest Even if the Process Drags On and On
Q. I had an interview 10 days ago and haven’t heard anything since. I’m anxious to know where things stand, but I get mixed advice on how and when to follow up. How long should I wait before calling? And who should I call—HR or the hiring manager? Is email a better way to check…… Continue reading Interview Follow Up Protocol: Don’t Become a Pest Even if the Process Drags On and On
Are You a Pest or a Smart Job Seeker? How To Follow Up As If the Job Depended On It
By Sue Plaster, M.Ed. Photo credit: Denis Jeong Photography Job seekers used to obsess over what to wear to the job interview. Almost the first step they took in beginning a job search was to buy that interview suit! But today, job seekers are likely to find it’s their communications skills that are make-or-break, before…… Continue reading Are You a Pest or a Smart Job Seeker? How To Follow Up As If the Job Depended On It
Um. Like Here Are Fillers to Avoid in Job Interview
Avoid filler words in speaking, especially job interviews.
Prepare Yourself to Ace Virtual Writing Test
Q. Finally, I made it to round two for a job possibility. I interviewed last week with the recruiter and two account people. HR said next step is a writing test that they will “administer virtually” in the next week to 10 days. I said “OK” but I’m not entirely clear what that means.…… Continue reading Prepare Yourself to Ace Virtual Writing Test
Relax, Elevator Speeches Are Easy as 1, 2, 3
A new cohort of students introduced themselves at the start of my spring quarter class last night, and their impromptu elevator speeches were quite impressive. As the job search and informational interview season gets under way, it’s vital to fine tune elevator speeches–the 30-second self introduction that makes people want to know more about you.…… Continue reading Relax, Elevator Speeches Are Easy as 1, 2, 3
Making Your Letter of Recommendation Stand Out
Are you about to venture into the real world? If you want to display a successful and professional image, you definitely need to present a good letter of recommendation. A letter of recommendation is a very useful tool, especially during the selection process. The more positive references the candidate has, the better it is. Facts…… Continue reading Making Your Letter of Recommendation Stand Out
How to Nail a Job Interview Via Questions
During a job interview, there comes a point where you are asked if you have any questions. The answer to that question should always be “YES I do!” I can’t tell you how many times I have asked that question to a candidate, just to hear “no I do not.” At this point, a…… Continue reading How to Nail a Job Interview Via Questions
Interviews: Be Prepared for 2-Way Q&As
Q. I went into an interview last week well prepared to discuss my strengths and weaknesses and career goals, but I wasn’t prepared for what happened. Almost the entire time with three different people consisted of them asking me what questions I had about the company. They, in turn, answered those questions and asked follow up questions…… Continue reading Interviews: Be Prepared for 2-Way Q&As
Old-Fashioned Search Techniques Land Interviews
A soon-to-graduate co-ed made a four-hour trek to suburban Chicago last week for an informational interview that she arranged through a friend of her family. Fortunately, there’s a real job at the end of this rainbow, so it was worth the trip. But the student should have tried to arrange at least one other interview…… Continue reading Old-Fashioned Search Techniques Land Interviews