Interview Tips

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June 10, 2025 Julie Shenkman

It’s Possible: Landing a Job in an Employer’s Market

So, you’re in the market for a new job. Whether you’re looking by choice or need, we understand that finding a job in a market where employers have the upper hand can be nerve-racking. There’s a lot of competition to

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May 8, 2025 Andrea Fricks

How to Tell Your Best Stories in Interviews

Getting ready for a job interview? One of the best ways to feel confident and prepared is to plan ahead for common interview questions, especially those that ask you to describe how you’ve handled specific situations in the past. While

April 17, 2025 Julie Shenkman

Interviewing the Interviewer: Questions Every Job Seeker Should Ask

The first round of a job interview is your chance to make a strong impression and determine if the role and company are the right fit for you. While employers assess candidates, it’s just as important for you to evaluate

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November 7, 2024 Julie Shenkman

Why You Should Ask, ‘How Long Did the Last Person Stay in This Role?’

“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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September 10, 2024 Julie Shenkman

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.

March 12, 2024 Andrea Fricks

Answers 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

November 9, 2023 Julie Shenkman

4 Tips to Nail Your Next Phone Interview

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

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September 14, 2023 Julie Shenkman

Why 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

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August 29, 2023 Julie Shenkman

When 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

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August 10, 2023 Julie Shenkman

Why 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

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