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What To Do When They Don't Call Back After Your Job Interview
By Carole Martin · 15 years ago
Not getting a follow up call, as promised, happens more than you think. Candidates are sure that they are a shoe-in for the position, and expecting an offer, and then nothing. This is not only ...
Example For Answering Job Interview Question: What Did You Like Least About Your Last Job?
By Carole Martin · 15 years ago
This question is somewhat of a trap, because it asks for a negative answer. If you haven't given it some thought, you may blurt out something about your boss or the company, and talk yourself ...
What Are Your Long Term Career Goals - Job Interview Question
By Carole Martin · 15 years ago
This open-ended question, and others like; "Where do you see yourself in five years?" throw most candidates off balance. The object of the question is to check for your self-awareness and communication skills.
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Job Interview Question: Why Should We Hire You?
By Carole Martin · 16 years ago
This is one of those broad questions that can take you down the wrong road unless you have done some thinking about what to say ahead of time. This question deals with your ability to ...
Tips to Boost Your Job Interview Confidence
By Carole Martin · 16 years ago
You say you're feeling nervous about interviewing? Guess what - so is everybody else. It is very common to be nervous before the interview. It's also OK to be nervous. Being anxious can raise your ...
The Job Offer Is Not Always As Good As It Looks
By Carole Martin · 16 years ago
Have you ever negotiated an offer?
If not, you are not alone. Most people DO NOT negotiate salary. They accept what is offered.
Whether you negotiate a salary or not is secondary to doing your ...
The Job Interview Is Not Just About The Job Duties
By Carole Martin · 16 years ago
"CAN HE DO THE JOB?"
The first item of business for an interviewer to determine is if you have the qualifications to perform the duties of the job. That is the basic part of interviewing ...
Prepare For The Common Job Interview Questions
By Carole Martin · 16 years ago
Many job interview questions are to be expected. Too many job seekers stumble through interviews as if the questions are coming out of left field. Study this list and plan your answers ahead of time ...
Not Enough Time to Prepare for the Job Interview?
By Carole Martin · 16 years ago
You didn't see it coming – at least not this fast. The call came in last night and you have until Friday to prepare for that important interview – and today is Tuesday.
What to ...
Seven Steps Toward Making a Good Impression At Your Next Job Interview by Carole Martin, The Interview Coach
By Carole Martin · 17 years ago
When you get started on the right foot the interview will flow easily. This is one impression you cannot leave to chance.
1. Appearance counts. When you look good, you feel good. Make sure you ...
More Companies Using Job Interview Phone Screening by Carole Martin, The Interview Coach
By Carole Martin · 17 years ago
Planning and preparing before you begin to send out resumes could save you some embarrassing moments when you receive that unexpected call.
You just never know when that phone is going to ring. Let’s say ...