A few ground rules to start: all things being equal, a company is much more likely to hire someone they like than someone they don’t. That’s why it’s key to find ways to build rapport with your interviewer. Equally true, … Continue reading
Interview Communication Techniques
Not everyone can claim strong verbal communication skills, and sometimes nerves or stress can unhinge a normally effective communicator. Interview coaching can often work out the kinks, but other times, it’s a problem for which job search candidates need to … Continue reading
How to wrap up your cover letters
A client recently wrote me that she was struggling with drafting a general closing for her cover letters. “I look forward to hearing from you” felt a bit presumptuous, and “When would be a good time to discuss the position?” … Continue reading
How to conduct valuable company research before your interview
Job interviews aren’t meant to be an interrogation — they are supposed to be a dialogue. An interview is as much about making sure the company is a fit for you as it is that you are a fit for … Continue reading
Questions a Job Seeker Needs to Ask at an Interview
Interviewing is often stressful for the average job seeker. When you finally have the opportunity to speak to a recruiter or hiring agent, what do you want to ask them? You don’t want to blow the interview and yet, you … Continue reading