If you plan on conducting an informational interview, it’s important to be prepared. This is an incredible opportunity to learn about an industry, career path, or company.
Don’t waste it! ...
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Summary Sunday: Issue #494
Attitudes about layoffs, job search and careers change over time. These changes sometimes happen by us and sometimes they happen to us. And sometimes they just happen.
Being able to adjust to new ...
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“Why Do You Want To Work Here?” How To Answer + Examples
“Why do you want to work here?” is an interview question that seems easy to answer, but trips up applicants all the time.
And we can guarantee that you’ll have to answer it at some point in your ...
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How To Write A Letter Of Introduction: 6 Simple Tips
Figuring out how to write a letter of introduction can seem daunting. Even though this note is supposed to be brief, it’s hard to know where to begin! ...
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Summary Sunday: Issue #493
It's important to diversify your job search activities. It's also important to diversify the sources you use to get job search information. ...
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How To Answer Exit Interview Questions: Examples & Tips
While it may seem unimportant, it’s still a good idea to be prepared for common exit interview questions before beginning the conversations. Remember, what you say in these interviews can still have ...
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Why Am I Not Getting Interviews? 15 Common Reasons
Figuring out why you’re not getting job interviews can be frustrating because it requires you to rethink your job search approach. ...
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“How Did You Hear About This Position?” Example Answers
“How did you hear about this position?” is an interview question that seems innocent enough. However, it’s still important to know how to answer it effectively! ...
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Summary Sunday: Issue #492
Do you have a trusted source of information regarding your job search? ...
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How To Explain Gaps In Employment: Tips & Examples
Learning how to explain employment gaps is important if you’ve had an extended period of time away from work. All hiring managers and interviewers consider these gaps to be a red (or yellow) flag, so ...
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How To Answer “What Are Your Career Goals?” (Examples)
“What are your career goals?” is an interview question that requires some introspection to be answered effectively. ...
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23 Leadership Interview Questions & Answers To Practice
If you’re serious about applying for a leadership position, it’s important to do some prep work before the interview. And part of that is running through what your answers will be to common leadership ...
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Summary Sunday: Issue #491
When you surround yourself with smart, talented people, you increase your own knowledge and value. That's what I get from curating content on Twitter and other social media. You can too! ...
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How To Write A Subject Line For Thank You Emails (Simple)
Writing a good subject line for your thank you email is incredibly important, and many job seekers are completely unaware of this! Instead, they send incredibly generic subject lines and hope that ...
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What To Bring To An Interview: 10 Things You Can’t Forget
So you've earned the opportunity to interview for a position that interests you, and you're inching closer to landing the gig. Congratulations!
But how do you know what to bring to a job interview? ...
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How To Sell Yourself In An Interview: 15 Effective Tips
Selling yourself in an interview can seem a bit intimidating at first. Many job-seekers know it’s important, but they have no idea where to start (or what it even means). ...
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Summary Sunday: Issue #490
One of the things that makes job search easier is understanding the process and knowing what to do at the right time. While there are no absolutes and there are a lot of "it depends" sometimes just ...
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20 Zoom Interview Tips To Help You Prepare & Get Hired
With the rise of video calls in the workplace, knowing how to prepare for a Zoom interview will go a long way if you want to get hired. ...
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How To Answer “Why Are You Interested In This Position?”
“Why are you interested in this position?” is an interview question that seems simple enough, but many job-seekers approach it incorrectly. ...
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33 Phone Interview Tips To Help You Prepare & Impress
Learning how to prepare for a phone interview can feel a bit unusual. While the fundamental approach is similar to any job interview, there are a few hurdles (and advantages) to be aware of when it ...
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Summary Sunday: Issue #489
Every job search is unique. However, there are some basic strategies and best practices that apply to almost everyone. ...
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Tips For Answering “What Is Your Leadership Style?”
“What is your leadership style?” is an interview question that can easily trip you up if you’re not prepared. And for many of us, the answer to this question requires a bit of professional ...
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Do You Want To Tell Us Anything Else About You? (Answers)
“Do you want to tell us anything else about you?” is an interview question that trips up more applicants than it should. This is unfortunate because it’s straightforward and a great opportunity to ...
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The Right Way To Answer “What Are You Most Proud Of?”
“What are you most proud of?” is an interview question that many job-seekers don’t know how to answer. It seems straightforward on the surface, but the way you approach your response can matter a ...
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9 Panel Interview Questions & Answers You Must Practice
Being familiar with the most common panel interview questions will help you make a fantastic impression and move on to the next phase of the interview process. ...
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Summary Sunday: Issue #488
As we all know, searching for a new job is never as easy as scouring the job boards and applying. That's why job seekers get frustrated and discouraged. ...
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How To Get A Job In Another State: The Complete Guide
Figuring out how to get a job in another state can be challenging, but it’s far from impossible. By learning what the potential roadblocks are, you’ll be able to prepare yourself and improve your ...
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How To Ask For Feedback After A Job Rejection (Properly)
Knowing how to ask for feedback after a job rejection can benefit your career in a number of ways. While it’s never ideal to get passed on for a job you want, it’s realistic to assume that it will ...
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How Much Do Recruiters Make? A Full Earnings Breakdown
If you’re someone who has ever considered becoming a recruiter, it’s only natural to wonder how much money they make. After all, the job is rather unique! ...
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Answering “What Do You Like To Do For Fun?” The Right Way
“What do you like to do for fun?” is a simple interview question that many job-seekers overlook. But they don’t realize that their answer carries a lot of weight! ...
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