Interviews are About Understanding the Psychology of the Interviewer
We may not recognize or admit it, but each of us is driven by our own personal psychology–and so is the interviewer. Therefore, the better we understand the decision maker the better we can answer his questions thus improving the chances for getting the job. This sounds logical doesn’t it? So let’s talk about the …
Interview: Can You Work Overtime and Weekends?
Of course, you can work overtime and weekends. The real question is: WILL you work overtime and weekends, WITHOUT being resentful? Will you work those nights and weekends with the same energy, diligence and good attitude that you are promising you’ll bring to the job every day?
Wow, you might think. They haven’t even hired …
Avoid Interview Blunders… aka: Don’t Mess Up!
Interviewing can be a nightmare! Ok, there are probably some of you out there that may be thinking “what’s she talking about… I love interviewing!” But you are few and far between – if that’s you… read no further. But, if you’re within the norm, like most of us, we are usually running scared when …
Interview: Where Do You See Yourself in 5 Years?
Among the silliest questions you get in a job interview, is the one that won’t die: “Where do you see yourself in five years?”
If you’ve written a business plan, you know your five-year forecast is the least reliable outcome you “predict.” Same thing when you ponder your investment portfolio, the height of your infant, …
“Tell Me about Yourself” Revisited
One of the most dreaded requests job seekers struggle with while networking, and during job interviewing, is “Tell me about yourself.” As my recruiter friend Skip Freeman noted in his 2012 blog post titled Beware The ‘Tell Me About Yourself’ Job Interview Question, a poor response to this request in a job interview can have …
Save Time and Money When Interviewing Candidates
Do you want to save time and money on interviewing? If your answer is yes, then read the rest of the article to find out how.
Time has changed and technology has changed but companies are struggling to keep up with technology and still prefer to do things such as interviewing candidates the old way. …
Job Interview: Are You Willing to Run Errands?
You’re in a job interview for a higher-level position, and the recruiter asks you whether you’re willing to run errands, cover the phones or stock shelves. The right answer is really simple. Be truthful.
If the idea of performing menial chores outside your job description makes you sick to your stomach and tears at the …
Oh Boy…Time to Look For a New Job!
I’ve coached hundreds of clients in job search and don’t think I’ve ever heard any of them exclaim that they were excited to be looking for a job. It’s an oxymoron – the term excitement and ‘job search’ just don’t go hand-in-hand. But, what is more important is what job search frequently connects us to …
How to Sell Your Soft Skills During Job Interviews
During the interview process, many candidates feel pressured to only focus on their hard skills. While it’s important to highlight these skills, it’s even more impressive when you can explain to the interviewer your soft skills and strengths that relate to the position.
Soft skills are the qualities that can set you apart from other …
How Do You Deal with Difficult People?
What is the right answer when the recruiter asks, “How do you deal with difficult people?” You cannot say: “I like everyone! I never encounter difficult people!”
Here’s the thing. Either you’ve dealt with difficult people, or YOU are one. The truth is in an office, someone is always stressing out everyone else. So, admit …