Interviewing
10 Reasons You Are Not Getting Interviews
By Barbara Wulf
You created the resume. You composed the cover letter. You
applied for the job opening and now you wait....Getting the Job You Desire: Preparing for Various Interview Types
By Heather Eagar
If you've been on multiple job interviews then you know that you
might encounter a different environment...Informational Interviews
By Julie Jansen
As a college student or recent college grad informational
interviews are a necessary and useful way to...It's A Sales Letter, Not A Cover Letter
By Bob Roth
When college students are instructed to create a cover letter,
they are receiving bad advice. Letters...Salary Talk During the Job Interview
By Carole Martin
Even though you may have gone through a phone screening that
involved answering questions about salary,...10 Things You Must Do Before That Successful Interview
By Teena Rose
You've worked hard to get here. You've sent out 31
resumes, networked, attended job fairs, enrolled in...10 Ways To Increase Your Chances Of Hearing Someone Say "You're Hired"
By Susan Morem
1. Take your job search seriously:
Consider looking for a job your new job. Devote time each day
to your...3 Powerful and Very Effective Nonverbal Communication Techniques
By Andy Robinson
We've all heard or read the research asserts the idea that less
than 10% of our communication is verbal...3 Tips for Successful Interviewing
By Heather Eagar
It can be a nerve-wrecking prospect to think about your
impending job interview. What will you say? How...3 Ways to Prove You're The One to Hire
By Kevin Donlin
What’s the best way to get hired for the job you
really want, in any economy?
Prove that you’re...5 Things You MUST Do Before An Interview
By Melanie Szlucha
So you just found out that you have a job interview tomorrow
and unfortunately procrastination is a weaknesses...5 Tough Interview Questions to Expect
By Kimberly Schneiderman
The most important strategy to remember is to keep your answers
positive and honest. To prepare,...A Checklist to Nail Behavioral Interviews
By Karen P Katz
If you're reading this article, you probably understand that job
successful job seekers talk about what...Ace that Phone Interview
By Mary Rosenbaum
At a time when there are more applications and resumes
flooding into HR departments, the use of telephone...Ace Your Next Interview
By Robin Ryan
"We'd like you to come in for an
interview," are THE words every job
seeker wants to hear. But, it is...Acing the Interview
By Louise Kursmark
You’re earning interviews for appropriate jobs
– congratulations! That means your search...Acing the Interview
By Louise Kursmark
Youre earning interviews for appropriate jobs - congratulations!
That means your search strategies are...After the Interview... Now What?
By Tracy Laswell-Valdez
Congratulations!
You've just completed an interview for a position that interests
you, or perhaps...Always Follow Up After an Interview
By Taunee Besson
If you're pursuing a new job, you'll want to stand out from
your fellow job seekers. While researching...Are You Ready for an unexpected Job Interview?
By Deborah Walker
Most job seekers wait to polish up their interview skills
until they are looking for a new position. Important...Ask good questions
By Joan Lloyd
Sandy thought she had the job in the bag. Her background was a
perfect match for the job. She had an...Ask!
By Richard Bolles
In the job interview
I had been in this field (Career Change and Job-hunting) for
about twenty-five years...Asking Good Questions
By Joan Lloyd
Dear Joan:
I am a teacher and I share with my students many of the ideas
you bring up in your columns....At the Interview, Why not 'Brag About Your Objection'?
By Joe Turner
Here's a scenario that trips up many candidates: You're
about to have a phone screen, or even a face-to-face...Avoid a Three-ring Circus with These New Interviewing Strategies
By Teena Rose
I referenced the circus because I just finished another
interviewing book that recommends asking for...Background Checks
By Nick Reddin
What questions can employers legally ask? When
dealing with background checks, are there limits...Be A Shining 'Star' In Your Job Interviews
By John Putzier
More and more companies and their hiring managers are
adopting one of a variety of "behaviorally based"...Be Prepared for Any Interview Question
By Heather Eagar
Things can go really against you despite your thorough
preparation for a just a couple of ‘types'...Behavioral Interviews: A Great Showcase for You but You Must Prepare Now!
By Joe Turner
When you go into an interview, you need to leave your
nerves at the door. The best way to prepare is...Building Your Professional Brand
By Alison Doyle
You might think that I’m giving you backwards advice, but
I’m not. Before you start writing...Challenging vs intimidating questions
By Gary Cohen
Q: What's the difference between challenging
questions and intimidating questions?
A: Challenging questions...Cover up the body art!
By John Putzier
Dear WOW:
I am a 25 year old with a business degree from a good school and
am pretty sure I am being...Deadly interview mistakes
By Carole Martin
Since no two interviews are alike, it is difficult to be
prepared for what lies ahead, but you can focus...Differences Between Questions
By Gary Cohen
What is the difference
between challenging questions and intimidating questions?
Challenging questions...Differentiating Yourself as a Job Seeker
By Claudine Vainrub
We read the unemployment statistics and cringe at the thought
of not finding opportunities. However,...Do's and Don'ts of Interviewing
By Susan Morem
DON’T: Take rejection
personally: Expect to be rejected; few job seekers
receive offers for every...Don't Answer Questions At Your Interview - Tell Stories Instead
By Joe Turner
Many years ago when I hated what I was doing for a living,
I was encouraged by my career coach to write...Don't Underestimate The Importance Of Phone Interviews
By Judi Perkins
Phone interviews are a screening process generally used when a
company is considering several candidates,...Don't Underestimate The Importance of Phone Interviews - Part 2
By Judi Perkins
Last week we looked at why a phone interview can seem so
easy – but unexpectedly feel so tough...Dressing for your interview
By Maureen Anderson
So you got the interview, but you didn't get the job. What
happened? Career consultant Dave Swanson has...First Impressions Count!
By Heather Isaacs
First impressions are often the most lasting in any situation,
be it meeting a new friend, speaking in...Five Questions You Should Always Ask On An Interview
By Judi Perkins
An interview is a two-way street. It’s never a good
idea to go in without prepared questions...Five Tips To A Successful Interview Follow-Up Letter
By Heather Eagar
The interview follow-up letter is the last of the
essential tools in your job-hunting bag. This is for...Four Common Sense Tips for the Telephone Interview
By Heather Eagar
Here's a phone interview tip worth considering: smile. A
smile is a magic thing, and in addition to being...Getting Your Foot In The Door
By Barbara Wulf
Years ago when I was in high school, I remember my
introduction to the world of work through summer employment. I
found...Gut Wrencher Interviews
By John Putzier
Dear WOW:
I have been going on some job
interviews lately, and it seems like I've been getting a lot...Handling Salary History
By Joan Lloyd
Questions from readers are an interesting barometer for the
prevailing issues in America's workplaces....How can I make myself stand out as a candidate?
By Julie Jansen
Dear Julie,
I was laid off eight months ago and have been actively
looking for a job since then. ...How do I convey assertiveness during a job interview?
By Joan Lloyd
Dear Joan:
I am looking for some pointers on job interviews. I
have been told by two interviewers...How Do I Interview In Another State?
By Joan Lloyd
Dear Joan:
Hello Joan: I applied for a job with a city in another
state and I've been invited to take...How To Ace An Interview-The Checklist
By Deborah Brown-Volkman
A job interview is a screening tool. For you, it's an
opportunity to assess whether or not you want to...How To Deal With A Bad Reference
By Joan Lloyd
Dear Joan:
I was up for a job with a hospital; I had first and second
interviews and they checked my...How to Handle Your First Interview
By Heather Eagar
You’re fresh out of college, or have been a stay-at-home
mom for years, and are now ready to take...How to maximize the effectiveness of your informational interviews
By Joan Lloyd
Over the past couple of years, I have stepped up my
networking efforts and have been meeting with various...How to Respond to "Tell Me About Yourself"
By Taunee Besson
Q: "I have an important interview next week. So I won't be
caught unprepared, I've been thinking about...How to Sell Your Self and Your Skills without Bragging
By Leigh Branham
If you are like so many of my clients, then one of the
toughest challenges you face when interviewing...How To Stand Out During Interviews & Get The Job You Want
By Deborah Brown-Volkman
Are you being remembered by prospective employers as you seek
out new job opportunities, or are you a...How to Start a Job Search
By Alison Doyle
One of the hardest parts of beginning a job search is knowing
where to start. The internet has more job...How to Successfully Prepare For Interviews
By Deborah Brown-Volkman
A job interview is a screening tool. For you,
it's an opportunity to assess whether or not you want to...How To Write An Interview Thank You Letter
By Judi Perkins
Sending a thank you letter is as important as interview
preparation. But they’re tough to...How Yogi Berra Would Do on the Job Interview
By GL Hoffman
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear
“Yogi Berra.”
Admit it–it...Ignorance Is Not Bliss - Why You Aren't Getting Job Offers
By Heather Eagar
Do you keep getting rejected at each and every interview
that you go on? Is this getting you down? Making...Improve your listening
By Gary Cohen
Q: How do I demonstrate I am listening after I
ask a question?
A: I have spoken to many leaders and the
consensus...Interview Bloopers
By Carole Martin
I'm sure you've sat through movie or TV "bloopers" at the end of
shows and laughed at the mistakes the...Interview Etiquette
By Robin Ryan
Do you know what is appropriate to wear to a job
interview? What to say or do to impress and not turn...Interview Questions To Be Ready For - Part One
By Judi Perkins
The interview is where the job is usually lost, and lack
of preparation is the leading cause. Know the...Interview Questions: Are You Manageable?
By Linda Matias
Knowing the technical aspects of your job isn’t enough to
convince an interviewer you are the best...Interview Techniques That Work
By Peter Newfield
Let's assume that you've taken the first step in your job search
by preparing and sending in a winning...Interview tips to get the job
By Joan Lloyd
I've been receiving a lot of e-mail and letters from readers who
are having difficulty getting the job...Interview to Stand Out From the Crowd
By Taunee Besson
A savvy job seeker knows careful preparation is the key to a
successful interview. To become the number...Interviewing
By Scott Brown
Many studies have shown that interviewing does not
provide the company with the best candidate...Interviewing
By Scott Brown
Many studies have shown that interviewing does not provide the
company with the best candidate for the...Interviewing the Interviewer
By John Putzier
So, you've answered all the interviewer's gut wrenching
questions, and now s/he says, "Do you have any...Interviewing the Interviewer
By Becky Cole
How many times have you been asked to jump through hoops to show
up for an interview only to leave it...Interviewing when you're older
By Maureen Anderson
Employers sometimes fear hiring people who are older than forty.
Your job in the interview, says career...Is Body Art and Piercing Hindering Your Job Search?
By Teena Rose
Although has become mainstream, don't believe for one minute
that everyone is on board with these forms...Job Interview Tips - Why Should I Hire You?
By Mary Elizabeth Bradford
This is the one question that seems to strike fear in the
heart of every job seeker. Not only does it...Job Interviewing Blunders... And How You Can Avoid Them
By Mary Elizabeth Bradford
You worked hard to land your job interviews, and the last
thing you want to do is say or do something...Knowing what you want
By Carole Martin
When have you been most motivated?
This question is more than an interview question; it is a
question...LinkedIn & Update Your References Week
By Jason Alba
Career experts across the country will tell you two of the most
important things you can do for your...Making the Tour Work for You
By Shelly Burke
At some point in the interview process, you’ll probably be
offered a tour of the facility, floor,...Negotiating Salary: Do Not Regret Disclosure
By Jack Chapman
Oops, I already told the interviewer what I am making. Now
what?
All is not lost! Just because they know...Networking and Informational Interviewing Templates
By Susan Lauzac
What is networking? Taking the time to
build sincere business relationships with others
so information...New Grads - Tips For Moving Out, On and Up
By Heather Eagar
The first thing that comes to your mind after getting your
degree is to find a lucrative job in your...Patience during the hiring process
By Joan Lloyd
Q: I recently interviewed (2 ½ weeks
ago) for a position as an HR Assistant. I presented a...Pesky interview questions
By Carole Martin
Those same questions keep coming up - in every interview. They
can be tough ones because they are about...Poor Grammar, Poor Impression
By Judi Perkins
I've become increasingly concerned about the ignorance of
Americans - not those who have learned...Preparing For A Phone Interview
By Heather Eagar
It can be nerve-wracking preparing for a phone interview.
It is the second impression that you will make...Properly Preparing for an Interview Makes You Feel Brand New!
By Yancey Thomas Jr
Not preparing for an interview is probably the number one
mistake most job interviewees make! As a job...Q: I think I don't get interviews because of how I sound on the phone. What should I do?
A: I think this is a big problem for a lot of jobseekers. I know someone who advertised for landscaping...Questions to Ask Interviewers
By Taunee Besson
Q: "I have several important interviews coming
up, and I want to be fully prepared. I'm pretty confident...Questions You Should Ask During The Job Interview
By Carole Martin
At some point, usually at the conclusion of the interview, you
may be asked, "Do you have any questions?"...Rejection Tips - Don't Be Blue!
By Liz Handlin
Every job seeker, no matter how talented and experienced, has
received at least one dreaded rejection...Requests For Information Before Hire Makes Job Candidate Uneasy
By Joan Lloyd
Dear Joan:
I am unemployed and 51 years young. My previous employer
outsourced my job and several hundred...Self-Employed But Need a Job? Here's How to Interview.
By Joe Turner
Are you self-employed and attempting to re-enter the workforce
as a W-2 employee?
It's not unusual...Showcase Your Transferable Skills
By Deborah Brown-Volkman
The concept of transferable skills is important for job
seekers in today's economy. In your resume,...Some Things to Know Before Negotiating Salary with a New Employer
By Liz Handlin
There are many schools of thought about salary negotiations and
it appears that a great many of...Stumped by a question?
By Gary Cohen
Q: What should I do if I am stumped by a
question?
A: "Be helpless, dumbfounded, unable to say yes
or...Tell Employers What They Want to Hear
By Kevin Donlin
Finding a job can be a lot like running for public office
… without the lying, pandering or attack...Tell Me About Yourself
By John Putzier
Over the next few weeks, we are going to learn how to answer the
50 toughest questions that can come...Tell the employer what is relevant, and no more
By Teena Rose
Avoid writing your resume for
one position and failing to modify it for others — especially
when...Ten Things That Could Make Employers Like You - or Not
By Norine Dagliano
Job seekers are bombarded with daily advice from well meaning
friends, relatives, and professionals covering...The 10 Biggest Interview Killers
By Joe Turner
You've worked hard to win the interview. Don't spoil
all your work to this point and let yourself...The Bigger Picture of Body Language
By Judi Perkins
What your body language says is often more important than
what you say verbally, especially when the...The Class Everyone Thought You Took, But You Didn't
By GL Hoffman
Listen up.
Most of the time, I hate the condescending tone of the career
pundits. It’s always...The Flinch
By Jack Chapman
WHAT'S A...
FOUR-LETTER WORD
YOU USE EVERY DAY
WITH NO VOWELS
NOT FOUND IN THE DICTIONARY
AND WHEN USED...The Right Words To Get The Job You Want
By Deborah Brown-Volkman
Are you looking for the right words to show your
credentials and enthusiasm on a job interview?
A job...The Seven Deadly Sins of (Not) Listening
By Dan Bobinski
As we learn communication during our school years we
experience many speech classes and writing classes. ...The two minute crash course on interviews
By Richard Bolles
In his book, "Data Smog: Surviving the Information Glut," author
David Shenk argues (cogently) that whereas...Think Differently. Act Differently. Get Hired.
By Kevin Donlin
You read a lot these days about how depressed the average
person is about the labor market, or that the...Thoughtful Interview
By Madeleine Begun Kane @ madkane.com
For a job applicant, an interview is to be sought, then dreaded,
then endured. And managers rarely relish...Three Common Deadly Mistakes Made In Job Interviews
By Carole Martin
Since no two interviews are alike, it is difficult to be
prepared for what lies ahead, but you can focus...Three Powerful Tips to Address Gaps in Your Career History
By Laura Smith-Proulx
Given the dot-com meltdown, frequent corporate
downsizing, family situations, and the never-ending parade...Three Tricky Interview Styles - And How To Ace Them
By Heather Eagar
In this day and age, as job competition has increased,
interviewing techniques have also gotten tougher....Throw Those Job Interview Questions in the Trash!
By Joe Turner
They're designed to scare every job seeker to
death! You've probably seen them: websites and interview...Tips for a phone interview
By Joan Lloyd
Dear Joan:
If you haven’t interviewed for a job in awhile, you
may be surprised when you are asked...Tips to Ace the Interview
By Debra Wheatman
You have a big interview coming up. You need to be prepared to
ensure you are ‘on top of your game’....Tips to Ace the Interview
By Debra Wheatman
You have a big interview coming up. You need to be prepared to
ensure you are ‘on top...To Win a Job: Act Like an Expert, Not a Job Seeker
By Joe Turner
There are over 14 million people out of work with unemployment
is at it's highest in 34 years. Competition...Top Turn-Off for Hiring Managers
By Robin Ryan
It wasn’t being late, or even lacking company
knowledge that was the biggest complaint. The number...Top-Notch Interviewing: How to Avoid Appearing Too Desperate
By Heather Eagar
The process of applying for jobs can be so taxing that at the
end of a long day of searching, it’s...Twelve Ways To Improve Your Interviews
By Susan Morem
Always arrive
early. Arrive about 15 prior to your
interview time. This will give you time to find a...Two-minute crash course on interviews
By Richard Bolles
In his book, "Data Smog: Surviving the Information Glut," author
David Shenk argues (cogently) that whereas...Use Your Resume To Help Negotiate a Higher Salary
By Deborah Walker
Most job seekers believe that salary negotiation starts once
they have an offer in hand, but nothing...Walk Into the Meeting and Walk Out With the Job
By Janet White
Do you want to know how to walk into a job interview and walk
out with a job? I’ll tell you, first...Watch Your Body Signals - Six Tips for a Better Interview
By Joe Turner
The job market has tightened, the economy is down, and
you’ve got to find a job, now. You have...What Are Your Strengths and Weaknessess?
By John Putzier
Last issue, I addressed the 1st question that most
savvy interviewers love to ask candidates, "Tell me...What Did You Say?
By Terry Arndt
In a recent Life After Graduation, LLC survey, employers and
college career centers ranked verbal communication...What do employers fear most when hiring someone?
By Susan Morem
What do employers fear most when hiring
someone?
One of the biggest fears is making a mistake by hiring...What Do Employers Want? Smooth Talkers, Good Readers
Talk is cheap, unless you are competing against hundreds of other candidates for your dream job. In that...What Motivates Companies to Hire You?
By Mary Elizabeth Bradford
Knowing what triggers a company’s interest and quickly
motivates them to sit up and take notice...What questions can employers legally ask?
By Nick Reddin
Question:
What questions can employers legally ask? When
dealing with background checks, are there...Why Aren't I Getting Interviews?
By Heather Eagar
Don't Underestimate The Power Of A
Resume
You may have spent hours searching for your dream job and
applied...Why Do You Want To Work Here?
By Judi Perkins
A job interview is stressful. The person who hasn’t made a
lot of changes isn’t practiced...Why Should I Hire You?
By Joe Turner
This is the classic question most of us hear during an
interview. It's often preceded by the phrase,...Why Wasn't I Hired?
By Judi Perkins
Interviewing can be both frustrating and arduous because
throughout the process, you receive little or...Your Interview Environment
By Judi Perkins
Most job seekers think the interview begins the moment
they stand up to greet the person interviewing...Your Next Blind Date
By Janet White
If you do any kind of research on job interviews, invariably,
the topic of job interview jitters comes...Your Personalized Branding for the Job Interview
By Carole Martin
If you have been reading articles or listening to news
reports
about the job market, you are aware that...
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