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…

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These 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…

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Tips 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…

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How to Research a Manager Before a Job Interview

by Guest Author, Leslie Stevens-Huffman Studies show that a competent boss is linked to higher employee job satisfaction, success, promotions and work-life balance. Yet many job seekers don’t see the job interview process as a prime opportunity to evaluate whether a prospective manager is right for them. Unless you scope out the manager beforehand, you may miss…

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Job Interview Mistakes for Extroverts

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When it comes to job interviews, you might assume that extroverts have it easy. In fact, if you do much Googling on the topics of introverts, extroverts, and job interviews, there’s a lot of advice on ways in which you can make yourself appear to be more extroverted. Don’t buy this too readily. As it…

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Recovering from Interview Mistakes

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Recovering from interview mistakes is easier than you might think, but avoiding blunders altogether is best. Still, fumbling an interview question is a mistake anyone can make. Here are some common blunders and how to to regain your footing after you make them. An Example of an Interview Answer Gone Bad An interviewer lobs an unexpected…

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