Check you have read the job advertisement and description if sent before your interview. Ensure you meet the requirements and you have a positive answer for any areas you do not fully meet. Research the company products, staff, culture, clients and competitors. Ensure you know the correct name of your interviewer and job title. Be […]
Tell Me About Yourself? This is usually the first question asked in an interview as it lets the interviewer know a little bit about you. It is important that you deliver a confident answer to this, so it is advised that you rehearse before the interview. Make sure that you identify areas that reflect the job […]
Try this to prepare… Take notes on your previous relevant, significant experience and what you did in order to achieve your goals Review your notes thoroughly Bring them with you on interview day
Keep your resume brief. You’ve probably been told to keep your resume to one page. “Your resume reflects why you are best qualified for and deserving of the proposed position. If you’ve had extensive work experience, don’t sacrifice highlighting your skills, talents, and expertise just to cram everything onto one sheet of paper. Your resume […]
In a new job, accept those first few invitations to lunch or happy hour. Don’t look too busy. Never, ever cook fish in the office microwave. Help others even if there is no direct benefit to yourself. Ask your boss what his biggest problem is, and make it go away.
End the interview with a good impression. A positive end to the interview is another way to ensure your success. Be courteous and allow the interview to end on time. Restate any strengths and experiences that you might not have emphasized earlier. Mention a particular accomplishment or activity that fits the job. If you want the […]
If you’ve looked around online for career resources, you may have noticed that most of them fall within one of three categories: They’re written for entrepreneurs. They look Instaglamourous, but have no real substance. The graphics and advice appear to be from 1993. But good news—there are relevant, attractive, helpful career blogs out there. While […]
Quick Work Relationship Tips “I’ve been reminded time and again just how far being a little nicer can go in business—and in life.” To really influence others, listen more than you talk. Every person you meet is a potential door to a new opportunity—personally or professionally. Someone in a support role—an assistant, an intern—could be […]
Make Good First Impressions — to Everyone You Encounter. A cardinal rule of interviewing: Be polite and offer warm greetings to everyone you meet — from parking attendant or receptionist to the hiring manager. Employers often are curious how job applicants treat staff members — and your job offer could easily be derailed if you’re […]
Be Reachable First things first: Be reachable. Clear your voicemail inbox and record a professional greeting in case you miss a call. Upgrade from that old “crazyman57@hotmail.com” account, and try for a more business-friendly address with your name in it. Check and double check your phone number(s) and email on your resume, cover letters, and […]