There is nothing more daunting than sitting down at a restaurant table with a prospective employer and not knowing which fork, spoon, or glass to use. Additionally, how do you eat your food and still make a good first impression? Lunch or dinner interviews are a routine part of the job or promotion opportunity process.Continue reading “Mastering the Lunch or Dinner Interview Etiquette”
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Ten Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make on LinkedIn
Don’t Dismiss LinkedIn as Something Only for People Who Are Looking for a New Job. The best time to build your LinkedIn profile, connect with people, and participate on LinkedIn is now — before you need it. If you find yourself suddenly unemployed and decide that now is the time to start using LinkedIn, you’reContinue reading “Ten Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make on LinkedIn”
How to Avoid Being Ambushed in a Behavioral Interview
The most popular interviewing trend used by employers today is the behavioral interview. This form of interview questions tends to focus upon your past experiences as well as your integrity, leadership abilities, initiative, communication skills, ability to problem solve, interpersonal skills, adaptability, knowledge, and past performance to determine if you will be a good fitContinue reading “How to Avoid Being Ambushed in a Behavioral Interview”
Rejected for a position? It’s time to reboot and move on!
Turned down for the job? Didn’t get the interview? Lost the position to someone you believe to be a less qualified candidate? Don’t try to rationalize away the sting of being rejected. Don’t let your worth be defined by others… Even though it smarts, you’ve got to get right back in the hunt. Rejection isContinue reading “Rejected for a position? It’s time to reboot and move on!”
Making Ethics A Part of Your Daily Job Search Routine
When searching for employment, don’t let your values, ethics, or judgment be compromised or disputed. You should make ethics a part of your daily job search routine. Here are a few tips: When creating your resume, and when answering questions in an interview, always be completely truthful! Don’t lie or mislead employers about your past work experience, education, or qualifications forContinue reading “Making Ethics A Part of Your Daily Job Search Routine”
