Inquiring minds want to know, and no minds are more inquiring than those about to hire you. Rest assured, you will be investigated. As a rule of thumb, the better the job and the higher the pay, the tougher the screening process. If you are up for a good job at a visible company, your… [Read More]
Now, Do you have any questions?
“Who is that in the picture?” isn’t the type of reply an interviewer expects to hear when he or she invites you to ask questions near the end of an interview. In fact, the way you approach the Q&A session will have a direct impact on the interviewer’s perception of you. Based on the questions… [Read More]
Handling Illegal Interview Questions
Jim, 48, is sitting in an interview, which has been going well. He’s confident that his qualifications match those of the position, and he believes he’ll fit into the corporate culture. As the interview is winding down, the interviewer casually asks: “Will your family mind the relocation from New York to Texas?” How should Jim… [Read More]
The Jobseeker’s Guide to Pre-Employment Testing Part 1
We just wrapped up our series on Personality/Career Assessments…we will now look at pre-employment testing over the next several weeks and how you can prepare yourself. If you are a new graduate entering the workforce — or an experienced professional who is considering a job change — you might be surprised when you’re asked to… [Read More]
Jobseeker’s Guide to the Best Time to Schedule a Job Interview
When is the best time to schedule your interview? The easy answer is whenever it works for the interviewer! After all, that’s the goal — to get the interview and then the job offer. But what if you are offered a choice of dates and/or times for the interview? When should you choose? Is it… [Read More]
How to Say It: Asking for an Informational Interview
Situation: Asking For an Informational Interview If there is a company you’d like to work for, use this script to ask for an informational interview. This can also be a script if you identify a contact who can give you information or help you network for a job. Preparation: Try to find someone you… [Read More]
How to Say It: Interview Follow Up
Situation: Interview Follow Up Use this script to follow up after an interview if you haven’t heard anything back. Preparation: Send a written thank you note within 48 hours after the interview. If you were given a timeframe in the interview for a decision or next step and that time has passed (at least one… [Read More]
How To Say It: Résumé Follow Up
One of the most uncomfortable things for many people is cold calling or engaging in a conversation with a hiring manager. What to say? How to say it? When to call? This is the first in a three-part series that will provide scripts that you can use the next time you’re in that situation. With… [Read More]
14- Day Salary Negotiation Challenge: Preparing for the Interview
14-Day Salary Negotiation Challenge: Preparing for the Interview When you’re preparing to interview for a new job, one area to work on is the salary negotiation aspect of the process. This challenge will provide you with activities to help you succeed in your salary negotiation. During this challenge, you’ll take 14 days of consistent action… [Read More]
Jobseeker’s Guide to Virtual Interviews – Video Interview Do’s and Don’ts
Video Interview Do’s and Don’ts Review the guidelines for phone interviews, but also keep these “do’s” and “don’ts” in mind. DO: Dress nicely — more than one jobseeker has scheduled a Skype interview, thinking it would be voice only — and then accidentally found himself or herself on a video Skype call. Dress from head-to-toe…. [Read More]
