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As the Interview Draws to a Close

October 10, 2011

Look for signs that the interviewer is trying to wrap things up. Sometimes the interviewer will close by offering you one last opportunity: “Do you have any questions for me?” Even though you know the interview is concluding, go ahead and ask one or two questions – it would be odd not to. You can’t [...]

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Developing a Connection

October 6, 2011

While experience and qualifications count heavily toward your getting a particular job, the quality that generally tips the balance in hiring has to do with personal rapport. Does the interviewer feel that you’ll “fit in” to the company? While some connections can only be described as “personal chemistry” between two people, there are some things [...]

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During the Interview

September 21, 2011

If the person offers their hand, use the firm handshake you practiced, and make eye contact. After the interviewer greets you, the two of you will shake hands, and most interviewers will indicate where you are to sit. If no indication is given, ask. You don’t want to have settled into a chair only to [...]

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Learning by Observation

September 14, 2011

From the moment you arrive on site, you should be continuing “company reconnaissance.” Evaluate: Do you like the people? Does the job sound interesting? Are there advancement possibilities? Is this a place where you would be happy? Or is it at least a good perch (and credit) to have as you prepare for the job [...]

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Homework Works

May 25, 2011

You also want to dig for information like this. Who’s going to interview you? Will the interviewer be able to make the ultimate decision about your job? How long has he or she been at the company? Assuming it’s a man, where did he work before? Where did he go to school? Where did he [...]

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Get a Job in 60 Seconds

May 21, 2011

You get what you ask for. They got jobs at my company. “By the way, I also have noticed that I also have noticed that I hire women who wear sheer blouses and nylons. It plays out a favorite fantasy of mine. “You could almost conclude that to get a job here, you need to [...]

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Homework Works

May 17, 2011

Discover your nearest resources for job information and then use them. Chances are you’ll never have to be restricted by distance. Another kind of homework that works is simple speaking up. Tell everyone you meet, see and know that you’re interested in the Farcas Corporation. Ask if anyone knows anyone who works there. Honestly, it [...]

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How to Gain Seconds

May 14, 2011

Get to the interview early. Dress like your interviewer dresses. Wear your interview suit at least once before you go to the interview. Bring any relevant material that supports you as the best candidate for the job. Wear a watch and bring a pen. Don’t answer questions that weren’t asked. Don’t ad-lib. Know the company [...]

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Get a job in 60 seconds

May 10, 2011

The first is you don’t hear a question because your attention wandered back inside instead of staying 100 percent outside, where it belongs. The second is you give an answer that wasn’t asked for or needed, one that throws unnecessary material into the room. The third is you try to ad-lib and answer a question [...]

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Get a Job in 60 seconds

May 2, 2011

“I also want them to stop and look and ask questions when I take them on a tour. Genuinely. Not merely going through the motions. It’s the same principle of reacting to and enjoying where you are. At this point the introductions and warm-up period are over. The interview is starting in earnest. If your [...]

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