Every job search seems like a waiting game. You wait to find the right opportunities. You wait to hear back after you apply. You wait to find out how an interview went. It certainly takes a lot of patience.
Getting ready for a video interview for your dream job? Video interviews have become increasingly commonplace in the hiring process. In fact, video technology is being used by at least 60% of hiring managers and recruiters.
There are many interview questions that are tricky to answer. You might feel put on the spot or have a hard time promoting your skills and abilities. One of the more challenging ones is “why should we hire you?” You want to answer it in a way that positions you as competent and capable, yet…
When it comes to your interview performance, you have to focus on more than just what you say, but also how you say it. In fact, you could give all the right answers, yet if your body language says otherwise, it’s not going to make a favorable impression. What are some bad habits to avoid?…
When a hiring manager first meets you, they’ll evaluate you within a few short seconds. This first impression they get from you will form the basis of their overall opinion. It’s therefore difficult to undo if it’s negative. To make the most favorable impression, here are a few tips to follow:
Once you make it through the interview process, you need to be ready to provide a list of references. But whom should you ask and how can you best prepare them? Here’s everything you need to know about choosing references and increasing your chances of getting the job.
You just successfully completed a job interview. Good work! The next step is to send a polished thank you email to your interviewer and further demonstrate your enthusiasm (and competency!) for the position. It’s tempting to simply copy/paste an email template that you find online. However, to truly come across as a unique candidate, personalization…
Before you head to a job interview in person, you’ll likely have to go through a phone screen. Employers rely on these because they’re an efficient way to filter out applicants that are a weak fit and schedule face-to-face interviews with those that are the best fit. But when it comes to preparing for one,…
Most job candidates (57%) don’t send thank-you notes after an interview. Here’s why that’s good news for you. According to a recent Murray Resources survey, 85% of hiring managers, executives and HR professionals say that a candidate’s follow-up after an interview makes a positive difference.
In today’s world of social distancing and Zoom meetings, virtual interviews are becoming the norm. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, studies showed around 75% of hiring executives used video interviews to connect with leading candidates.
