Interviews
How to answer, “What career regrets do you have?” in an Interview
Questions about career regrets in your interview are always challenging. Everyone has regrets. It’s part of human nature. That doesn’t mean you want to highlight them in an interview. So how do you answer it in a way that is honest, but also going to land you the job? Why They’re Asking About Your Career…
Read More9 Interview Questions Successful Remote Workers Will Ace
The massive shift from working in the office to working from home brought on by the pandemic has proved to many companies that they can indeed depend on remote workers to keep their businesses operating. In fact, quite a number of organizations have confessed that post COVID, remote work will more likely become the new…
Read MoreHow to Demonstrate Leadership in an Interview
You will be expected to demonstrate leadership in an interview, but it isn’t always straightforward. This is a skill that hiring managers are definitely looking for in almost any position, but they may or may not come right out and ask it. Even if you are not going to be in charge of other people…
Read MoreAre You Using Any of These Patronizing Phrases?
How many of these patronizing phrases have you used? It happens. Even if we don’t mean it to. Sometimes the words and phrases we use convey an insult that we don’t intend. It’s easier to spot condescending speech when it is direct toward us. But it might not be so easy to identify if we…
Read MoreHow to answer, “Where does your boss think you are right now?” in an Interview
What do you say when the hiring manager of your dream job asks you, “Where does your boss think you are right now?” in an interview? This is another of those psychological questions meant to delve into your mental character. How you answer these questions will shape how the interviewers see you as a person,…
Read MoreHow to Answer, “What is your dream job?” in an Interview
Continuing with our series on how to answer interview questions, now we turn our attention toward “What is your dream job?” This kind of question seems pretty straightforward, however, you can think strategically about every question an interviewer asks. This way you can make sure your answer lines up with your goals. Your true dream…
Read MoreHow to Answer “Why did you quit your job?” In an Interview
Whether it is planned in advance or happens suddenly due to necessary or unforeseeable circumstances, you will eventually have to answer, “Why did you quit your job?” Variations of this same question can include: “Why did you leave your last job?” “Why are you looking for a new job?” “Why were you fired?” “Why are…
Read MoreHow to answer, “Why do you want to leave your current job?”
When you are interviewing, how do you answer those more difficult questions like, “Why do you want to leave your current job?” You can be strategic, thoughtful, and positive with these difficult questions. It is an opportunity to show your skills and ability to frame your experiences in a forward-moving manner. Why Do Employers Ask…
Read MoreMake the Most out of Remote Meetings
Remote meetings can be challenging at the best of times: tech difficulties, timing challenges, and a lessening of social cues can decrease meeting effectiveness. However, they can still be successful. Here are some straightforward strategies to make the most out of your meeting. Pay Extra Attention to Nonverbal Cues in Online Meetings Humans are hardwired…
Read MoreJob Search & Virtual Interviewing during the COVID-19 storm
by Tammy Chisholm, Master Resume Writer, Certified Executive Resume Master, Certified Professional Resume Writer In these uncertain times, it is beneficial to focus on the things you can control and prepare for opportunities when they do arise. You might be interested in pursuing a role in an alternate industry, advancing your career to the next step, or considering…
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