You know them - or at least some of them: the most frequently asked questions in job interviews. Yet, only very few people know how best to respond to them. "Why do you think you are the right person for this job?" "What are your strengths?" "How well can you handle criticism?" That's the sort … Continue reading Common interview questions and responses
It is not only the candidate who should organize and prep for the interview -- you need to be well-prepared too. According to the Bureau of Human Resources, structured interviews are twice as effective in predicting how well an employee will do for you. A structured interview, unlike a free-flowing unstructured interview, requires that you … Continue reading Best tips on organizing job interviews
Having compiled your list of certifications, gained some reasonable work experience, and submitted resumes, cover letters and applications for those desired jobs, the interview setting instills fear among ill-prepared candidates, including those who are short of some useful tips like this one - tell me about yourself. Most recruitment experts admit they often used "tell … Continue reading Tell Me about Yourself: How to tackle the popular Interview Question
The saturated labor market is like a shark-infested ocean where most candidates fear to tread, out of ignorance, self-doubt and pessimism. There are always jobs for those the confident, well-equipped and positive-minded ones. Are you in doubt? Facing your fears before taking part in oral and written interviews proves a basic and rewarding challenge for … Continue reading What Smart Candidates do before Interviews
Some interview invitations come with a few days notification and most job seekers get thrown off balance due to inadequate preparation time. Image: Interview preparation ideas for job seekers. Using your time wisely by getting the important things done first, will reduce chances of failure. These are some ideas on the necessary things to do within … Continue reading Interview Preparation Ideas.
Every job seeker gets nervous about competence based interviews - though in different ways. Things get worse when you face a few unfriendly interviewers who wear faces meant for soldiers on the battlefield; and dish out questions like you wrecked havoc at their homes last Halloween. Image: Competence based interviewing. At those times we pray … Continue reading Important Competence Based Interview Tips.
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