Job searches aren’t just about finding a job. They are also about finding the right job for you. That process involves discovering a position that fits your skills and background, as well as landing a spot at a first-rate organization. And let’s face it: the process is also about getting paid. To do this, you need to know what you can demand for your particular skill set. […]
Read MoreCOVID-19 has had an enormous impact on the U.S. economy. Many of the changes prompted by the pandemic will become permanent in its aftermath. Are you ready? Do you have the tools in place to run a successful interview in a new economy? These are foundational questions as you plan your recruitment strategy for the […]
Read MoreHiring skills are far from universal. This is true even among the professionals tasked with doing most of the hiring. As we point out in our comprehensive eBook on the subject, a study found that 1 out of 5 managers admitted that they didn’t have the appropriate skills to interview and to hire people effectively. Here, we’re going to outline how […]
Read MoreTo a certain degree, the gap between an adequate worker and a go-to employee is defined by how well you overcome challenges. That’s why potential employers make it a priority to learn about your response to obstacles. Your best chance to highlight this skill comes during the interview process. You’ll dramatically improve your chances of landing a job by perfecting your answer to questions […]
Read MoreMost interviews have their share of complicated questions. Even ones that seem positive can sometimes lead you into mistakes. Take the famous standard, “what’s your greatest strength?” Without a proper response, you could miss out on an opportunity and end up ruining a potential winning question. It may seem like an easy question. It certainly […]
Read MoreA positive mental state is important when heading into a job interview. You want to be calm, cool and collected. However, despite your best intentions, your mind and body don’t always cooperate. It’s easy to drift into anxiety and worry. The good news is there are steps you can take to get your mental process […]
Read MoreJob interviews routinely include a few trick questions. They appear like riddles in a fantasy story. To make it past the wizard’s lair, you need to handle queries like “what are your biggest weaknesses” or “tell me about a time you failed in life.” “What motivates you?” fits into that category, largely because it requires […]
Read MoreA job interview resembles surgery, or a battle (it’s less bloody than both, but stick with us here). And success in all three requires preparation. A doctor wouldn’t go into surgery without first figuring out where they were going to cut. A general wouldn’t go into battle without working out a plan of attack. Along […]
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