“Why do you want this job?” “What are your strengths and weaknesses?” “Why should we hire you?” You’ve likely heard these questions during a job interview. Many interviewers use your responses to these questions to get an idea of what
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How to Write Impactful Thank You Notes
It’s always good to show your appreciation and gratitude to future or current employers. In the job search process, every little detail can make a difference, and one of the most overlooked yet powerful tools is a thank you note.
Continue readingAnswers to 5 Common Job Interview Questions
The job interview process can be a daunting source of anxiety for many job seekers. Being well-prepared with thoughtful answers to common questions can help alleviate stress and enhance your chances of success. Here are ways to answer to 5
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Preparing for an interview whether it be face-to-face or over the phone is always a wise choice to make if you want to sound as good vocally as you do on paper. If you’ve never had an over-the-phone interview or
Continue readingWhy It’s Hard for Employers to Hire Someone That Says They Can Do Anything
A job interview is your best opportunity to sell yourself to an employer. You want to blow them away with your qualifications. You want to wow them with all you have to offer. At times, you may be tempted to
Continue readingWhen The First Impression Happens Before You Even Meet the Interviewer in Person, How Do You Make a Good One?
You spend a lot of time preparing for a job interview. Planning to get there on time. Dressing for success. Researching the company. Studying common questions and rehearsing your answers. And of course you do. First impressions are powerful… and
Continue readingWhy You Have to Work Hard When the Company Hires by Consensus
Imagine you just finished a job interview. Walking out the door, you sigh a breath of relief. You nailed this one! The interviewer liked you… they actually liked you! You can tell. But as the weight of the interview falls
Continue readingHow to Demonstrate You’re Interested in the Job
Expressing genuine interest during your job interview is a sure way to stand out in a positive light. But what are the best ways to express interest during an interview? And how do you express interest without seeming desperate? Conveying
Continue reading6 Of the Most Commonly Asked Job Interview Questions and How to Answer Them
Now that you’ve completed the hard work of getting a job interview, you’re ready for the next phase: Preparing for your interview. You should never enter a job interview without a little prior practice. Fortunately, employers tend to ask the
Continue readingWhat to Research About a Company Before the Job Interview
Prepping for a job interview? By now we all (hopefully) know it’s important to arrive equipped with knowledge about the company for which you’re interviewing. If that’s news to you, consider this article your crash course! It can be tough
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