Category Archives: Interview Tips
What’s Your Handicap?
This is a common question in the game of golf. Any player who wants to improve his or her game knows his/her handicap. Being aware helps the player get better. Golfers are encouraged to practice their game to decrease their … Continue reading
The After-Interview Thank You Letter
People have been writing follow up thank you letters or notes after an interview forever. Is it really necessary? Does it have any impact at all on the hiring decision? A thank you letter can help tip the scales in … Continue reading
Confidence
How often do I hear clients say, “But I’m not an expert, does this make me sound like I know more than I do?” or “I’m not sure that I know all aspects of that software (Excel, Word, etc.,), should … Continue reading
Identifying your Target Audience
Identifying your target audience in a job search can help create a more pleasant and productive experience. We are all aware that a manufacturer of a new product will determine the target audience of the product and create marketing campaigns … Continue reading
Making Use of the Internet
Recently, I have had some interesting conversations with several job seekers regarding different aspects of the job search. A common thread through many of these conversations was the need for job seekers to make use of technology in assisting them … Continue reading
Dress For Success
Recently, my friend and former colleague, Donna Flagg wrote a refreshing piece for Psychology Today and The Huffington Post. Her article discussed the reality in which we live – that we are judged by what we wear. She had the … Continue reading
Waiting Time
All interactions with a potential employer are part of the total impression that you make. These impressions add up to influence the decision to hire or not to hire. Your initial contact, phone conversation, resume, cover letter, emails are all … Continue reading
Practice, Practice and More Practice
A friend of mine was looking for a job while in his final year of law school. He was intelligent and did well in school. He had countless on-campus interviews but met with little success. After about the tenth interview … Continue reading
5 Ways to Make Sure you Ruin Your Job Interview:
Chew gum – even if it is hidden in your cheek, it will be detected and not appreciated. Same goes for a sucking candy. Put your feet up and relax – taking the liberty of making yourself at home, reclining … Continue reading
How to Handle an Inexperienced Interviewer:
You may be well prepared to answer a spectrum of interview questions as well as to discuss every aspect of your professional, educational and volunteer experiences. However, when the time comes to prove that you are the right candidate for … Continue reading