How to Prepare for Your Job Interview

June 3, 2009 by admin  
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Preparing for a job interview might seems like a waste of time, since predicting which interview questions you will be asked is impossible. However, there are key steps you can take to increase your chances of getting the job. As an experienced HR Professional, I’ve conducted my fair share ... Continue Reading

Overcoming Job Interview Objections

June 2, 2009 by admin  
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Are you an active participant in the labor market looking for a job or career? Do you dread or endure negative experiences with job interviews? It is not fun to go through the process of looking for a job and being hit with objections from a potential employer in a ... Continue Reading

Job Interview Tips

June 1, 2009 by admin  
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Job interviews can be a stressful situation. What should you do… what will they ask… what are you doing?! These job interview tips can help your land your dream job. Know what you’re applying for. Before your interview you should always do a little research on the company and the ... Continue Reading

Preparing for a Job Interview

May 31, 2009 by admin  
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The Purpose of an Interview All interviewers have a few questions in mind before the interview starts. Which are: 1) How suited are you for the job and, are you truly interested in the company and position you seek employment with. Their goal is to get information about your background, strengths ... Continue Reading

How to Discuss Money, Income During a Job Interview

May 30, 2009 by admin  
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There is always a right time to discuss your salary requirements when you are looking to change your job. It is as important as the amount of the compensation you feel you need. Do not raise it too early, until you are reasonably certain of the other aspects of the ... Continue Reading

Things to do while you are laid off from work

May 28, 2009 by admin  
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After working every year since I was 17, I was laid off from a job of 13 years due to downsizing. Fortunately, I had 13 weeks of severance pay so I was able to wait a while until I filed for unemployment benefits, even though I could have collected both ... Continue Reading

Job Interview Follow Up – Five Simple Steps to Success

May 28, 2009 by admin  
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What to Do After the Job Interview Job interview follow up is a great opportunity to show your enthusiasm and suitability. Most candidates neglect to follow up on their job interviews. Set yourself apart from the competition by following these five easy steps to follow up professionally on your interview. Immediately after ... Continue Reading

How to Ace a Job Interview!

May 27, 2009 by admin  
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Before the Interview Part 1 Before the interview: When you get the call to say you have an interview, it’s very important you get the following information… Who will be interviewing you? Make sure you ask the following questions: 1) Who will be at the interview and what are their job ... Continue Reading

How to Dress for a Manufacturing Job Interview

May 26, 2009 by admin  
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Why Dressing Down Might Up Your Chances People are told to dress their best for an interview. However, this may not be the best tactic when deciding how to dress for a manufacturing job interview. Dressing for this type of interview is different from how an applicant would dress for an ... Continue Reading

How to Bounce Back from Job Interview Rejection

May 25, 2009 by admin  
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Job interview rejection happens to all job seekers at some point. You’ve had your job interview, you’re checking your emails, the post box and your phone. Then it comes through – “Dear John, we regret to inform you …” – the polite rejection. This is not what ... Continue Reading