Common Do’s and Don’ts for the Personal Subject Interview

April 14, 2011 by admin  
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A major part of the security clearance process is the personal subject interview, often referred to as the PRSI. This interview is required for all top secret clearances, and although interview procedures may vary slightly between agencies, for the most part, all PRSI’s are administered by federal investigators and follow ... Continue Reading

Should You Write Questions Down Beforehand for Interviews?

April 9, 2011 by admin  
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At the end of every interview, a person is generally asked if they have any questions. Some people get flustered and nervous during an interview and can’t properly ask the question they intended. Is it acceptable or wise to take notes during an interview? Some people are “list makers” and others ... Continue Reading

5 Tips to Stay Relaxed During a Job Interview

April 2, 2011 by admin  
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Keep the following tips in mind during your next job interview, and your skills, experience, and personality will do the talking: Know you’ll be OK no matter what. As badly as you want the job, you’ll have other opportunities. There are few “once-in-a-lifetime opportunities.” Don’t put undue stress on yourself by ... Continue Reading

Behavioural Interview Questions – Example Questions You Might Encounter

March 28, 2011 by admin  
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Being asked behavioural interview questions for the first time without practice is very intimidating. If you never experienced the behavioural interviewing style before it can seem frightening. It’s not until you’ve seriously practiced answering them that you find you can recall stories from your career easier. Generally interviewers ask questions based ... Continue Reading

Tips from the top on making the right impression at job interviews

March 27, 2011 by admin  
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GETTING a job interview is tough enough as it is so make sure you don’t waste your opportunity to impress a potential boss. We’ve talked to top employers, those who do the hiring and firing, to get their dos and don’ts at interviews to help give you the best chance of ... Continue Reading

Strategy for Getting a Second Interview

March 16, 2011 by admin  
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Here’s a smart strategy for getting asked back for a second interview: Ascertain from the employer the biggest problem you’d help solve in the position. Then, in your thank you letter, include a brief but well thought-out solution. Let the person know that you’d love to arrange a second meeting ... Continue Reading

Use Body Language For A Successful Job Interview

March 15, 2011 by admin  
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Job Interview success depends on more than what you say. What you do can also determine whether you become a new employee or remain in the unemployment line. Pay close attention to your body language, for a successful job interview. Attention to Details During the interview, the person(s) conducting ... Continue Reading

How to answer illegal interview questions?

February 27, 2011 by admin  
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A job interview is an opportunity for you to meet a potential employer and convince them that you are the best person for the job. Most job interviews include a series of questions, and, occasionally, interviewers attempt to ask illegal interview questions. Your response to these ... Continue Reading

6 Questions to Ask in a Job Interview

February 24, 2011 by admin  
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NEW YORK (MainStreet) — Job interviews usually close with the same five words: “Do you have any questions?” It may sound benign, but for a job applicant, it can feel like the moment of truth. By this point, the employer has read your cover letter and resume, corresponded with you by e-mail ... Continue Reading

What are somethings you should never say in a job interview?

February 24, 2011 by admin  
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-Never say “”UHmmmm”. Always be prepared for what you have to say. -don’t say “I don’t have any weaknesses.” or “I’m a perfectionist” when asked to name one of your flaws. -If you are asked if you have any questions, don’t just say “No.” -don’t talk badly about your previous boss. - try not ... Continue Reading