Q. After waiting for months for an interview for a real job, I blew it big time over the simplest of questions: “Describe your favorite and least favorite memories of growing up.” I had rehearsed possible college and business-related Q&As with my roommate and father, but I didn’t anticipate this one and I rambled on about…… Continue reading Recovering from an Interview Mishap
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Pet Peeve: Cell Phone Ringing in Interviews
The informational interview had only just begun when my guest’s cell phone began blaring a rock song signaling an incoming call. She paused, dug the phone out of her purse and sheepishly pushed the “ignore” button. That worked for 30 seconds until the song returned. This time, the phone was turned off. We’re all guilty…… Continue reading Pet Peeve: Cell Phone Ringing in Interviews