What to wear on an audition

June 29, 2009 by admin  
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You have put together a winning resume and cover letter. You researched companies, networked and got the interview. Now is the time to make your first physical impression by properly dressing for the job interview. Students I work with always argue that if you have the qualifications and the skills it ... Continue Reading

Important job interview tips

June 28, 2009 by admin  
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I’ve been in the professional world for quite a while now; long enough to have a good idea of what the word “professional” means. I may not be a hiring manager, or one who has any say in hiring practices, but I have observed much when it comes to ... Continue Reading

Questions job seekers should ask during a job interview

June 27, 2009 by admin  
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Before you hop into that interview, consult your best friend…in this case, I mean the Internet. If you are applying for a job that is listed with Monster, Salary.com, etc, very often a job description is available. However, when you are contacted about an interview, ask if you can be ... Continue Reading

The benefits to interviewing on a frequent basis

June 26, 2009 by admin  
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Attending an interview is a situation that fills many people with fear. There is great potential for rejection and it is a rare human being that does not feel some level of nervous tension when facing a job interview. Attending a number of interviews is one of the ... Continue Reading

Negative aspects of interviews which may result in failure

June 25, 2009 by admin  
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Negative factors which most often lead to rejection in an interview Rejection in an interview means failure or inability to pass an interview.The failure or rejection may be as a result of the following factors: 1 Poor scholastic record: Attending schools that are not recognised or which are know for bad record ... Continue Reading

How to make the most of a job interview

June 24, 2009 by admin  
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A job interview is a journey and not a destination. The interview is your opportunity to make a good impression as the interviewer and hopefully, get the job you are being interviewed for. It therefore follows that if you are smart, you should make the most of the interview and ... Continue Reading

What not to do at an interview

June 23, 2009 by admin  
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Your performance at a job interview will have a substantial impact on whether or not you get the job. It is possible that you might deliver a perfect, polished performace and still lose out because someone else is even better qualified. However, it is also possible to spoil your chances ... Continue Reading

Dressing Conservatively for a Job Interview

June 22, 2009 by admin  
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In addition to fine tuning your personal resume or curriculum vitae that you will bring along, it’s important to fine tune the outfit you will be wearing when attending a job interview. After all, first impressions are critical to getting a job and even to getting that second interview. Obviously, most ... Continue Reading

Get a Job Interview Costume

June 21, 2009 by admin  
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Interviewing for a job is similar to playing a part in a play. You are the star and you need to look the part. How you present yourself influences the hiring manager or human resources representative. Read on a find out what to do to dress the part and create ... Continue Reading

Do a Dress Rehearsal for Your Job Interview

June 20, 2009 by admin  
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Sometimes dressing in your job interview clothes and going about town boosts your confidence for an interview. Consider these pointers on running a dress rehearsal. Few things are worse than wearing a set of clothes and feeling uncomfortable. Labels or seams can be scratchy. Sleeves may be too short or too ... Continue Reading