Interviews
6 Common Mistakes to Avoid in a Job Interview
by Guest Author, Sandra Dawes-Chatha Job interviews can be nerve-wracking, especially when you feel the job perfectly fits your skills and career goals. You should be aware of a few things that can sabotage your chances of making a good impression on the hiring manager. The following list includes actions you should avoid and what…
Read MoreI’ve Been a Hiring Manager for 12 Years—Here’s Why You’re Not Getting Hired
by Guest Author, Charlotte Hilton Andersen Job-hunting mistakes that take you out of the running During my 12 years as a hiring manager, I’ve seen just about every mistake job applicants can make. I’m talking everything from candidates overselling their skills to having emotional outbursts during an interview to trying to use someone else’s résumé.…
Read More7 Best Job Interview Tips for Older Candidates
by Guest Author, Gabrielle Olya Being a mid-career or advanced-career job candidate means you have plenty of years of experience under your belt, which should be an advantage during the interview process. Unfortunately, studies have shown that ageism is rampant when it comes to hiring. For example, a recent study conducted by Generation found that 63% of job…
Read MoreThese 7 Job Interview Tips Will Help You Get Hired
by Guest Author, Stuart Gentle Are you looking for your first job or hoping to change careers? Whether a seasoned pro or a total novice, nailing the job interview is key to landing the desired position. If you’re looking for a job, you know that the interview process can be nerve-wracking. You want to make…
Read MoreInterviewing Is Like Dating—Here Are Warning Signs That It’s Not Going To Be A Match
by Guest Author, Jack Kelly You start dating with the high hopes that the person will be “the one.” In your desire for romance and finding a partner, you overlook obvious warning signs. In a lot of ways, the interview process is comparable to dating. You’re infatuated with the company, long to work there and…
Read MoreWant to have a better job interview? Avoid these 10 ‘off-putting’ behaviors
by Guest Author, Ashton Jackson A job interview is arguably the most important part of the hiring process, as it can make or break your ability to snag the role. But there are a few deal breakers hiring managers want candidates to know. According to a new survey from Paychex, there are several “off-putting” interviewee behaviors…
Read MoreHow To Ace Your Internal Interview
by Guest Author, Miles Oliver An internal interview represents a great opportunity to advance your career and increase your earnings. You are already familiar with the firm and have an innate advantage over external applicants. However, you should not rest on your laurels when going for an internal position. The job market is extremely competitive…
Read MoreTips for Having a Great Virtual or Phone Interview
by Guest Author, Miles Oliver One of the side effects of the COVID-19 pandemic is that it forced many companies to either close their doors or transition to a remote workforce. What started as a temporary solution has proven successful, and now many companies are sticking with the remote model. This is good news for…
Read MoreThe Personality Traits That Will Get You Hired
by Guest Author, Katharine Paljug Yes, prospective employers want to know your job skills. But they’re also interested in the parts of your personality that can contribute to their business. More than ever, employers want to know about your personality traits, or “soft skills,” not just your work experience and skill level. Soft skills include…
Read MoreNailing that first interview – 10 tips for coming across well in job interviews
by Guest Author, Charlotte Grundy You might think you are the perfect candidate for the job, and, chances are, if you have reached the interview stage, your future employer thinks you are too. On paper at any rate. But, there’s a big difference between selling yourself on paper, and selling yourself to a roomful of…
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