Everyone faces tough job interview questions now and again. But there are a few queries that provoke a little anxiety in even the most confident of applicants. Why? Because certain questions address topics better served by offering less detailed, and more positive responses. For example, when asked “who was your least favorite supervisor” or “what […]
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Make Your Job Search Easy With An E-Resume
While you should always have a polished, results-infused resume that looks sharp for networking, applications and interviews, you should also create an electronic-friendly version, or E-Resume, to help you easily upload your data so that it slides nicely through Applicant Tracking Systems. Did you Know? As sited in an article in CNN, when an employer […]
Keep These Ten Things In Mind Before Your Interview
When it comes to your next interview, it’s not only important to share your qualifications and answer questions smoothly and succinctly, but project the other key factors that can easily trump credentials such as articulating value, motivation, likability and drive to name a few. I have worked with numerous decision makers who’ve hired “drive” over […]
Manage Multiple Job Offers
What a great position to be in. More than likely you’ve been there and will be there again, especially if you’re positioning yourself for opportunities and handling your job search like the professional that you are. So now that you’re juggling a few offers, I recommend answering the following questions to help you decide which […]
Avoid Informational Interviewing Faux Pas
By kim on June 12, 2018 in Employee Engagement, Interview Questions & Tips, Million Dollar Career, Resume, CV & Salary
Asking for time with someone to learn is what is known as informational interviewing. While it was probably something you did back in college when you were exploring career opportunities, it’s a practice that should never be abandoned. You’re never too old or too much of an expert (even if you’re the C.E.O.) to conduct […]
Address Career “Blips” On Your Resume
By kim on February 13, 2018 in Blog, Interview Questions & Tips, Million Dollar Career, Resume, CV & Salary
Your employment record follows you wherever you go. So do referrals, so do gaps, so do multiple changes. So do “blips.” So no matter the success, fail or duration of your past positions, you want to end on a good note. When you do, it’s much easier to honestly and strategically tell your story in […]
Introverts Guide to Landing a Job Interview
It’s hard to believe that many U.S. presidents have been introverts. Imagine making small talk with foreign dignitaries, being hounded by the press, all while spearheading a successful national job campaign when you’d rather focus on quiet, introspective activities. Still, they somehow landed the job and succeeded in doing it to boot. If the […]
Video Killed the Interview Star
It’s true. Video interviews are all the rage. You better be ready to perfect your presence the next time you’re in a job search. You may have already experienced some form of video interview and felt a flutter of nerves because, in addition to the pressure to deliver great answers, you had to worry about […]
Tough Interview Question: What Is Your Target Salary Range?
This is one of those questions that I get asked about a lot. How you answer it can actually make or break an offer as well as determine your next year’s income. Unfortunately, there isn’t a “one size fits all” answer to this question. But you shouldn’t wait until after the interview to plan for […]
Are You “Killing It” In Your Informational Interviews?
My clients certainly know how much I stress the importance of informational interviews AND they see positive results! Informational interviews should be conducted on a regular basis because we all need to learn, grown, network and help others do the same. But are you “killing it” or just going through the motions? If you’re ready […]