Interviewing
Better Questions to Ask During Your Interview
The interview process is an important and often stressful time. No matter how at ease the interviewer tries to make you feel, it’s an evaluation process. It’s important to remember they aren’t just evaluating you – you are also evaluating them. Typically near the end of the interview, the manager will ask if you have…
Read MoreWhy You Should Continue Your Job Search During the Holidays
A popular myth is that companies are not hiring during the holidays, so many give up their job search. The hustle and bustle of the season could also play a factor, but many believe it’s better to wait until the new year. This is actually a great time of year to continue your job search.…
Read MoreAre You As Prepared for the Interview As You Could Be?
You’ve read the job description and are excited about the role you’re about to interview, but have you done enough homework so you are as prepared for the interview as you could be? We always want to help make sure the interview goes as smoothly as possible, so here are some suggestions of things you…
Read MoreQuestions To Ask In Your Next Interview
Making a job switch is a big decision, but it’s important to make a timely one. Jobs won’t sit open indefinitely because you’re unsure. The interview process is a perfect opportunity to ask questions about the position and what will be expected of you so you can make an informed decision. Some important questions to…
Read MoreHow To Close An Interview And Leave An Impact
The end of an interview is your time, as the candidate, to close the interview and leave a lasting impression on the company. You want to make sure they know you’re interested in the position. The close at the end of the interview can be as simple as saying “thank you for your time, I…
Read MoreHow To Redefine Your Talent Search if You’re Struggling to Find Good Talent
Most of our companies are looking to hire the best, but we all know the unicorn candidate doesn’t exist, especially in this market. We have some quick and effective tips on how to redefine your talent search if you’re struggling to hire. Define Success. Set clear expectations about your organization. Also ask key questions about…
Read MoreWhat’s The Company’s Vaccination Policy?
This week a candidate asked me a question I’m sure we’ll be hearing a lot of in the near future: “What’s the company’s vaccination policy?” The client/company had not shared any requirements about a vaccination policy, but many major companies are now requiring vaccines. It’s a tricky subject and can be uncomfortable if the candidate…
Read MoreHow To Answer the Question “Tell Me About Yourself”
Open-ended questions like “Tell me about yourself” are frequently asked at the beginning of interviews to get the conversation started. Other examples include “Walk me through your resume,” “Tell me something about yourself that’s not on your resume” and “How would you describe yourself?” Why Do Employers Ask This Question? These questions are common at…
Read MoreHow To Create An Elevator Pitch
An elevator pitch is a quick synopsis of your background and experience. The reason it’s called an elevator pitch is because it should be short enough to present during a brief elevator ride. This speech is all about you: who you are, what you do, and what you want to do (if you’re job hunting).…
Read MoreAre Resume Gaps Hurting You?
I’m sure you’ve heard the age-old advice: “Whatever you do, secure a job offer before you leave this one, or else you’ll have a hard time explaining a career gap.” Sounds familiar? While it is important to be careful not to have a gap as you move from one career adventure to another, it’s important…
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