Oftentimes, the very first question of an interview is also one of the most difficult and can set the tone for the rest of it – “Tell me about yourself.” Although the question may be phrased differently from employer to employer, most interviews start out with a question requiring a longer answer that explains about […]
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Some of the most difficult job search skills to hone are interviewing skills. To some, interviewing comes naturally and it is the easiest part of the job hunt. To others, it can seem like hours of practice doesn’t improve the final result. Interviews are difficult to practice for because exact interview conditions are difficult to
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When it comes to the interview process, many cite salary negotiation as the most difficult or intimidating piece. In fact, many people don\’t even try to negotiate, or if they do, they fall into a few pitfalls that are easy to avoid. Use the following tips will help you complete a successful salary negotiation. Do
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Interviews can be nerve-wracking. Researching appropriate interview attire and coming up with your perfect, go-to interview outfit can allow you to focus on other preparations instead. Below are several tips for first-time interviewers to help avoid common interview attire mistakes. Avoid loud colors and patterns. Wearing a bright purple suit or tie dye button-down may
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Informational interviews are a way to meet with someone and gather information about a career path, industry, company, and more. These appointments are usually fairly short and casual – someone might want to meet up with you for a 15-minute coffee break, for example. As is evident from the name, an informational interview’s primary purpose
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One of the biggest interview blunders is a lack of preparation! Here are a few areas you will want to be sure to research beforehand. Company Background First, you will want to ensure you know the basics about the company. Read their about page on their website, and check out their social media profiles, especially
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Now that you have aced your interview, it is time to send out a thank you letter. Whether it is your first interview or you are an interview veteran, it is easy to feel overwhelmed about your letter options. Although the content of your letter is up to you, here are a few definite do\’s
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Behavioral interviewing is common in many fields. Questions are usually asked in ways like, “Tell me about a time when…” or “Describe a situation in which…” These questions are perfect for telling a story to showcase your value to the employer. The STAR method (which stands for Situation, Task, Action, Result) can help you create
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