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Generating Interviews with Cover Letters that Sell

Generating Interviews with Cover Letters that Sell So, you’re applying for a job. You need written representation for your resume (well, you); and yes, that dreaded cover letter is a requirement. Letters are used with varying purposes in mind: introduction, explanation, instruction, and solicitation. Even cover letters for hiring purposes can be used for a [...]

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Taking Notes Can Help!

If you want to be the best at your job and impress your boss more than anyone else, take notes! Here are a few points as to how taking notes can advance your career. Impress your coworkers: In an office setting, it will be helpful to take notes in an electronic format so you can [...]

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The Face-to-Face Interview: Maximize the Opportunity

From my perspective in working with executives, particularly over the past few years….two things have become apparent: 1. Everyone purports to know how to interview…but few execute well. 2.The most qualified candidate does not necessarily get the offer…the offer usually goes to the candidate who interviews the best. So, if you have survived the emailing, [...]

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Surprise! Are you ready for an employer’s phone call?

The dog is barking, the TV is blasting, and food is boiling over on the stove…the phone rings…and it’s someone calling about your resume.  If you don’t do something fast, your “first impression” is going to be your last! When you are in job hunting mode, you need be prepared for such calls. Many job [...]

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4 Tips for the Virtual Interview

The interview process has gone the way of most other human interaction — digitally. The are now countless ways to conduct an interview over the phone or over the Internet, making the process easier and more cost effective than ever before. Video interviewing technology allows job seekers to speak with an employer when and where [...]

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Guerrilla Job Interview Secrets

The competition for jobs today is tough. And that means you will face some pretty tough interview questions from employers, who can afford to be choosy. This is where David Perry, a working recruiter with 22 years of experience, and author of Guerrilla Marketing for Job Hunters 2.0: 1,001 Unconventional Tips, Tricks and Tactics for [...]

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You Got the Interview! Now What?

There’s nothing more exciting (or frightening) than getting a telephone call from Human Resources. They want to talk to you. That great resume caught somebody’s attention. So, it’s time to get ready for the in-person interview. This is where you have the opportunity to really shine – if you know what you’re doing. Before you [...]

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12 Ways to Trash a Job Interview

You’ll find lots of information on the Internet about how to ace a job interview. Everything from take extra ginseng to bake brownies for the interviewer. Sure, there’s plenty of information on how to conduct a successful interview, but what if you want to trash an interview. Well, there are still plenty of things you [...]

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Unusual interview question, how to handle?

“Recently in a group interview, I was asked an unusual interview question: why the company should hire the next job candidate — not me! Why do you think companies ask such weird interview questions? How should I have handled the question differently?” Sometimes, hiring managers ask unusual questions to get some insight into your thought [...]

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10 Things You Must Do Before That Successful Interview

You’ve worked hard to get here. You’ve sent out 31 resumes, networked, attended job fairs, enrolled in school for more education – you’ve taken all the right steps. Then, one afternoon the phone rings. “Yes, we’d like you to come in for an interview. Is next Tuesday at 10:00 alright with you?” Alright???!!! You can [...]

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