Imagine this: There is a company you really want to work with. You work really hard on polishing up your resume and writing the perfect cover letter. A week after sending your documents, you get a call from the HR department saying they want to schedule an interview. You are super excited, but know now [...]
You had a great interview. Now you just need to sit and wait for the call offering you the job, right? Wrong! The interview is just one part of the job search puzzle. You need to take these next steps to help ensure you will be one of the final candidates considered for the position. [...]
Congratulations! You received a call from a hiring manager and your interview has been scheduled. Now you are beginning to panic because you feel you may not be prepared. There are key things you can do to increase your chances for a successful interview. The more prepared you are, the less likely you will fumble [...]
Looking for a job is, in itself, a job. It involves more than looking at ads and figuring out how to make your resume work for you. Think of your resume as a key to unlocking the door to a phone call, or ideally, an interview. To be able to insert the key (your resume) [...]
The goal of your resume is to get you an interview. In order to accomplish this task, you may need to consider updating information to contain any new skills, accomplishments, and changes that have occurred since your last update. Today’s job market is extremely competitive. Increase your chance for gaining an interview by keeping your [...]
Virtual or digital interviewing, whether it is via Skype, pre-recorded questions, or telephone is becoming commonplace in today’s interview process. If you compare the two types of interviews, you will find many similarities. For instance, body language is extremely important. In both types of interviews you should: Maintain eye contact - Projects interest and understanding [...]
One of the hardest things during a job search is landing interviews. So, how do you get that prized interview slot? Start by: Being proactive - Before, during, and after you have sent your resume you need to approach your job search in a proactive manner. Researching the company who is hiring - Review available [...]
You can enhance the interview process by keeping a few things in mind. This is an experience that should show you in a positive light. Remember these key things and you should do well. Manners - Everyone you meet at the company is potentially assessing you, so be polite and courteous to each and every [...]
You left the interview feeling great. You thought you made a good first impression, after all, you were dressed correctly, had all of the right answers, and you were sure that you presented yourself well. Then you discover that you did not get the job. What happened? In the process of doing everything right, sometimes [...]
This is the third in a series of articles celebrating my 15th year in business. Searching for a job can be challenging. You want to move forward and the job search may feel like it is slowing you down. With your primary focus on the job search, you may lose perspective on the valuable opportunities [...]
