In the course of your job search, invariably the question of money will come up. Your response can make – or cost you – thousands of dollars. These salary negotiation tips can help you land the job – and get paid what you are worth. “What kind of salary do you expect to receive?” The [...]

No two job interviews are conducted in the same manner, therefore the candidate’s task of preparing for the all-important interview is often very difficult. Getting ready for an upcoming job interview – prepping your portfolio and wardrobe, researching the company in advance, knowing what you expect to earn and the ways you can contribute to [...]

No two job interviews are alike. That’s why so many candidates have a difficult time preparing – it’s just too hard to gauge how an individual interview session will be conducted. So, is it possible for a candidate prepare for a job interview although there are so many diverse interviewing styles? 1. Prepare your Wardrobe [...]

Successful interviewing requires understanding the interviewer’s goals and objectives. Most interviewers basically want to find the best available person who can fit into the organization’s culture and help it achieve its immediate and long-term goals and business mission. It is, therefore, imperative that you firmly gain insight into the goals of the organization, as well [...]

You want to make your best impression on the interview. You may have the right experience and skills, but you will seriously limit your chances of getting an offer if you do any of the following: Lie We all want to embellish the truth. Interviewers expect some exaggeration. You need to be careful, however, in [...]

Believe it or not, interview jitters are normal and potentially helpful reaction. Nervousness can make you sharp, eager and assertive. In contrast, your nervousness can make you listless, confused and ineffective. The following pre-interview guide will help you control your nerves and execute a powerful and persuasive interview. Setting Up Your Interview As you receive [...]

It is important that you ask good questions of the interviewer. If you know you will be interviewing with different people in the organization, ask appropriate questions, considering each individual’s level and job function. Here are some questions to consider: Job Description How would you define the scope of the position in terms of responsibilities [...]

The needs of family life have always filtered into working life. Now, as we move into new careers and more families have dual incomes, employers are finding that family-friendly policies are necessary to keep quality employees and they’re designing working schedules to accomodate them. Parents have specific needs that some corporations meet by providing onsite [...]

Work experience and prior job performance are key areas employers look at in evaluating the potential fit of job candidates. The reason for this is clear: the past is the best predictor of the future. In other words, what you have done in the past provides the best indication of what you can do in [...]

When it comes to searching for a job while working full time, one has to remember there are no set rules. You have to make your own judgment calls. Though most companies have a code of conduct, which says that one cannot use the company’s infrastructure for personal use, there isn’t any law that stops [...]

Having done your homework, and properly prepared for the interview, you are in a position to manage the interview. Managing the interview does not mean directing, dominating or controlling the flow of the interview, but managing the content and context of your responses in order to develop the proper perspective of who you are, and [...]

Weaknesses are basically personal character traits-strengths-that are carried out inappropriately or to extreme levels. The key is, understanding and communicating how you have compensated for those perceived weaknesses, managed to turn them to your advantage, and realized positive results. This can be stated in three or four concise sentences. The way to do this is: [...]

There are many decisions to be made when you are in the midst of a job search. You will need to consider which factors are most important to you such as salary, benefits, job duties, and career development. There are also other seemingly superficial factors that one must consider. In other words, do I cut [...]

The objective of your resume is to get you an interview for the opportunity you seek. In this day and age getting an interview isn’t a very easy thing to do. First, you have lots of competition. Then Hiring Managers are pressed for time even before they begin the recruiting process. They have businesses to [...]

The idea for this article comes from a recent question from a job seeker who asked, “Why is it easier to cold call strangers to find a job than it is to network with people I already have met? I have no fear when I cold call, yet I feel very nervous and uncomfortable when [...]

Sometimes I have clients tell me that although they are pursuing a job that is a continuation of their current career path, they secretly have always thought about landing a “dream” job that seems totally off-the-wall. You know, the kind of job or position that we all seem to start thinking about when we start [...]