Interviewing Tips

  You may have researched common interview questions and rehearsed answers, but could your body be undermining your confidence—and your chance at getting a job offer? Body language can have more of an impact on your success than anything you say. A classic study from UCLA says up to 55% of our communication is nonverbal,…

Job interviews over Skype are becoming increasingly common. You might be able to see one another, but a virtual interview over the internet is not the same as one face to face and you need to prepare accordingly. Here are some considerations to help you embrace technology and master a Skype interview. Dress professionally Should…

By Matthew Tarpey EMPLOYERS SHARE THE MOST MEMORABLE MISTAKES JOB SEEKERS HAVE MADE IN INTERVIEWS We’ve all heard about the importance of first impressions, but when it comes to a job interview, the data actually backs up the adage. According to a new CareerBuilder survey, 49 percent of employers know if a candidate is a…

Source: CareerBuilder WHEN THE TIME COMES FOR YOU TO ASK QUESTIONS, YOU’LL BE READY WITH THIS COMPLETE LIST. An interview is meant to be a two-way street. The hiring manager is interviewing you to determine whether you’re the best fit for the job. At the same time, you should be asking questions to determine whether…

By Ladan Nikravan NO MATTER HOW PREPARED YOU ARE FOR AN INTERVIEW, YOU CAN STILL END UP MAKING ONE OF THESE MISTAKES THAT’LL TAKE YOU OUT OF THE RUNNING. Great news! You’ve gotten an interview for that job you want, so the next step is to ace it and get closer to getting hired. You’ve…

Dear Liz, Twice this month I’ve talked with two recruiters who asked me the same question: “What’s the lowest salary you would accept?” I didn’t like the question, because I don’t know why a reputable company would be interested in paying people as little as they possibly could, but I answered the question in both…

by Liz Ryan Dear Liz, I started a new job two weeks ago and it’s going great. I wanted to share my interviewing experience with you because it was the first time I’ve job-hunted since I started reading your columns. It really hit home this time that I get to decide which company and which manager to…

A job interview can be one of the most intimidating hurdles involved with securing a new position as a nursing professional. However, being prepared can help calm your nerves and make you stand out as a strong candidate. Here are some frequently asked nursing interview questions and answers to help you feel relaxed and ready to make…

by Jacquelyn Smith, Business Insider The 15 minutes before a job interview can be harrowing. Job seekers are never quite sure what to do with that time — but experts suggest that you look in a mirror, take deep breaths, and do whatever else it takes to get focused and stay calm. “Those 15 minutes are…

by James Caan A lot of my blogs in the past have highlighted my personal top tips in an interview scenario, the right questions to ask, the right kind of answers to respond to interviewer questions, the expected etiquette of interviewees, the right way to prepare and the right way to present. This week, I…