Category Archive for Interviewing
There are certain questions that, when asked during an interview, can instill a certain level of dread within most job seekers. “What is your greatest weakness” can throw job seekers for a loop if they don’t have an answer prepared in advance but “what is your greatest strength” doesn’t give off the same foreboding vibe. The question creates a false sense of security, making job seekers think that their strengths are the least…
What is Your Greatest Strength?:View
Most interview questions aren’t designed to break the mold. A job interview is usually meant to extract traditional answers from whoever is in the hot seat. So, unless you’re applying for an eccentric company where employees are expected to bring a certain breed of off-kilter thinking to the table, you can expect your interviewer to rely on a relatively traditional script. That’s why you should always have an answer prepared for…
Where Do You See Yourself in Five Years?:View
Whether you are for or against the concept of video job interviews, they are not going anywhere any time soon. More companies are adopting the video interview format rather than spending the money to fly remote candidates out to their offices. While the expectations are similar to what you would get from an in-person interview, there are a few differences that should be noted. Follow these tips to lock down your next job without ever…
Tips for the Video Job Interview:View
You know what is scary? The effects of the media on the public!
With Halloween quickly approaching, the general tactic is to scare. While many people are brave and don’t scare easily, some of us are more easily frightened. From Ghouls and Goblins to Mummies and Zombies, there are many figures that can be used as scare tactics. However, the most terrifying figure, especially lately, is the media.
The media definitely has a tendency to…
Scary Effects Of The Media:View
In most job interviews, the employer really isn’t looking to revolutionize the interview process. Creative lines of questioning only go so far when getting to know a potential employee, so most hiring managers don’t waste time reinventing the wheel. That being said, you shouldn’t be floored when a hiring manager, asks you this question: what’s your greatest weakness? Leap at the opportunity and show how you’re making your…
What’s Your Greatest Weakness?:View
You can be a highly skilled individual, boast multiple years of experience in the field, and even have the most well written resume in the world, but all of that is for naught if you can’t perform well in the job interview. Most of the mistakes that can be made during the interview process may seem small but hiring managers often see them as a big deal. Make sure you don’t make any of these interview mistakes the next time you get the…
What Your Interview Mistakes Say About You:View
Employers typically look at a resume for no more than 10-20 seconds. They give the resume a quick scan and spot all the information they are looking for. The applicant should present the resume with this knowledge. Making a resume stand out and still following the “unofficial guidelines” to making it “glance-worthy” is extremely crucial. The following is what should be included on the resume and tips for making the resume get past…
Resume- At A Glance:View
Taking on multiple job interviews in a short period of time can often make us feel like we are juggling flaming chainsaws on a tight rope strung across a deep chasm. One interview can be intimidating, but preparing for many at the same time is downright daunting. But there is a certain balance that can be struck to keep us from falling off course. First, remember that you are lucky to have multiple interviews. From there, follow these tips…
Tricks to Juggling Multiple Job Interviews:View
Not everyone’s work history ends up being a tidy, uninterrupted chain. You may intend to smoothly transition from one position to the next but any number of situations can arise that force you into an unplanned hiatus from the workforce. Then, as you try to return to regular work, you fear that your employment gap may negatively mark you as an undesirable candidate. Are you completely out of luck or are there ways to mitigate the stigma of…
4 Ways to Make the Most of Employment Gaps!:View
Two weeks ago I wrote about how not to answer the “tell me about yourself” interview question. To follow up on this important issue, this post discusses a great way to answer this tricky question and make sure you start off your interview with a bang.
Every career has a beginning, middle, and end. Just like a story, the answer to the “tell me about yourself” question should consist of a well thought out, honest, and fascinating…
Tell Me About Yourself: How to Create the Perfect Career Story:View
