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Top 10 tips to prepare job interview

Posted by | March 15, 2016 | Job interview

Did you know that you create a lasting impression in just 120 seconds? Top 10 tips to prepare for your job interview. Impress, be prepared, be organized,  be ready, be on time. See our best tips the prepare for a job interview:

  1. Bring copies of your resume.
    There is nothing that stalls an interview faster than when the manager says s/he forgot your resume, and you do not have an extra copy.
  2. Practice your handshake.
    Your only and immediate physical intimacy is with your handshake, so practice it on your family members. Good tip: if you are concerned that your palms may be sweaty, sprinkle a little baby powder in your pocket.
  3. Make eye contact and smile.
    Show that you are happy to be there and looking forward to the discussion. People instinctively react well to happy, smiling people.
  4. Energy level.
    Put some bounce in your step. Act like you are excited to be there, and are filled with ideas.
  5. Dress appropriately.
    Do not overdress. You can also call the receptionist and ask what the dress code is. Receptionists generally love to help.
  6. Be aware from the time you hit the lobby.
    Assume you are on camera at all times. Treat the receptionist well as some firms will ask them for their impression.
  7. Prepare answers to the common job interview questions.
    Standard questions are usually asked by most employers. Be prepared for those questions by relating your answers to this specific employer, based on your research.

Follow these tips and you will see dramatic improvements in your interviewing and overall job search.

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Top 25 questions to ask in your job interview

Posted by | March 15, 2016 | Job interview

Top 25 questions to ask in your job interview

  • What can you tell me about this job that isn’t in the description?
  • What is the key to success in this job?
  • What are your future plans for this job?
  • What are the prospects for growth for the person in this job?
  • How do people grow in this job?
  • Why is this position open? Is it a new position or a replacement for someone?
  • How long does someone typically stay in this job?
  • How often is this job open?
  • What is a typical (day, week, month, or year) for a person in this job?
  • What is the toughest time of (day, week, month, or year) for a person in the job? Why?
  • What is the key thing someone does to be successful in this job?
  • How is success in this job measured by you? By the organization?
  • What are the most important skills of the person who does this job?
  • What is the biggest challenge someone in this job faces on a daily (or weekly or monthly) basis?
  • If anyone has failed at this job, why did they fail?
  • Who does the person in this job report to?
  • Is there much travel associated with this job? Where and how often?
  • What hours are typically worked in a week for someone successful in this job? Is overtime expected or accepted?
  • What can you tell me about this organization that isn’t widely known?
  • What is the key to success in this organization?
  • How many people are in this group (department, office, and/or company)?

  • How many have joined in the last year?
  • How many people have left in the last year?
  • How long do people usually stay in this organization?
  • How do you define (or measure) “success” here?
  • How would an employee know if they were considered a success or not?
  • Does this organization promote from within?
  • How does senior management view this group?
  • Where do you see this group in five years?
  • When and how is feedback given to employees?
  • How long have you worked here?

 

  • How long have you been in this job?
  • Do you enjoy working here?
  • Why are you successful here?
  • What happens next in your process? (another round of interviews or …)
  • When will you be back in touch with me?
  • How will you get back in touch with me (telephone, email, or something else)?
  • When do you expect to make an offer?
  • When do you anticipate the person in this job will start work?
  • Who should I stay in touch with (get name, job title, and contact information)?
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Job Interview: Top 5 Job Interview Tips

Posted by | September 16, 2012 | Job interview

When you have an interview lined up? Get prepared, get ready, get informed, do research. Be ready for more then 100%. Be sure you know everything possible about: the job, tasks, the company, history,  developments in the market, how the Recruiter etc.

Top 5 Job Interview Tips:

1. Research the Company
The job interviewer is very likely to ask you why you are interested in the job for which you are interviewing. If you are able to respond in a way that demonstrates an accurate understanding of the company, the researcher will likely be very impressed with you.
The fact that you took the time to learn the organization’s mission or that you have a clear understanding of the company’s primary product line sends the right message. It lets the interviewer know that you have both initiative and a genuine interest in the job.
2. Dress the Part
First impressions definitely make a difference in how an interview perceives your suitability for a particular job. If you are dressed inappropriately for a job interview, the interviewer may well subconsciously exclude you from being considered before the job before the questions even start.
Conventional wisdom regarding appropriate dress for job interviews is that you should dress as if you already have the job. It’s even better to take it a step further and dress as if you already have a job one step above the one that you are trying to get.
3. Punctuality Matters
Being on time for a job interview is crucial. One of the biggest challenges for employers is having deal with employee tardiness and absenteeism. By being late to a job interview, regardless of the reason, you are sending a message to the interviewer that you are likely to have issues with punctuality.
You should plan to arrive at the location of your job interview approximately 15 minutes early. By planning ahead and allowing some extra time, you will have enough of a cushion to deal with traffic slowdowns that might occur along the way.
4. Prepare for Common Interview Questions
There are a number of questions that most job interviewers tend to ask in interviews. Almost every interviewer is going to ask you to describe your greatest strengths and weaknesses. Employers usually ask why you are interested in the particular job for which you are interviewing. You are also likely to be asked to describe your long-term career goals.
By thinking ahead about the best way to answer these types of questions you will be better prepared to give appropriate responses.
5. Be Ready to Ask Questions of Your Own
At the end of a job interviewer, it is very common for the interviewer to conclude by asking the candidate if he or she has any questions. This is another area where you can distinguish yourself from other applicants by being prepared to ask good questions. You can always ask the interviewer when a decision will be made about the position. You can also ask for permission to follow up with the interviewer about the position. This demonstrates a genuine interest in the job.

What you shouldn’t do, particularly in a first interview, is ask questions about the amount of vacation time, holidays, the cost of health insurance, or even pay. Such discussions are more appropriate once a job offer has actually been made. Asking such questions early in the interview process is presumptuous, and sends the wrong message to the interviewer.

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Job Search Do’s and Don’ts

Posted by | September 6, 2012 | Do's and Don'ts, Job interview, Job search

What should you do when you’re job searching? And what shouldn’t you do? There’s a laundry list of things that can help your job search and things that can hinder it.

Every part of what you do when you job search, including looking for job postings, writing cover letters, dressing for an interview, sending a thank you note, job searching (or not) from work, and using social media can make – or break – your job search.

Don’t Blow Your Job Search

Job searching can be tough enough all by itself. There is no need to make it even harder by doing or saying the wrong thing when job searching or interviewing. Here’s a list of what you shouldn’t do, so you don’t have to wonder why you didn’t get a call or didn’t get the job.
Do Boost Your Job Search with LinkedIn
Be sure to use the full power of LinkedIn to assist with your search for a new job. It’s important to effectively use your connections and to use the information available on LinkedIn when you’re job searching and growing your career.
Do Use a Job Search Engine

Job search engine sites, allow users to search all the major job sites, company sites, associations and other online job sites by keyword and location, at the same time. Use a job search engine to speed up your job search.

A cover letter is the best way to make a good impression on a prospective employer and a way to show that employer why you are strong candidate for the job.

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