Interviewing Articles

Tom Petty once sang about how “the waiting is the hardest part”.  He wasn’t referring to a job search when he penned this song, but he very well could have been. Job Seekers are often in a quandary regarding the start/stop and wait of a job search.  This is especially...

(Frequently Asked Questions in an Interview) There are some interview questions that deal directly with assessing the candidate’s skills and experiences with the open position; while on the other hand, there are other questions that are just part of an employer’s...

There are many questions that are considered standards, in that I mean they are asked year-after-year and really are almost a given during an interview. In contrast, there are questions that are asked because of something that is occurring at the moment that causes...

Ongoing change has become commonplace in today’s work environment.  The days where you could often do the same thing and in the same way for many years, are gone. The world today is one of constant evolution and sometimes even revolution. Not everyone, however, reacts...

This edition features a Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) focused on an inquiry that is an absolute staple of any sales interview…”How Do You Handle Rejection?” This “almost” guarantee is true whether the position is outside sales or telemarketing. The question may also...

The time between the interview and when you hear from a prospective employer can be an excruciating experience for a Job Seeker. In this edition, I will attempt to help alleviate some of that anxiety, by sharing some of the secrets of the recruiting world. These Human...

This Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) is often the opening question in an interview. Don’t, however, allow its simplicity to fool you. All questions are asked for a reason and play a role in your overall evaluation. This week, let’s review the ultimate “ice breaker”...

In 2012, we are entering a whole different era of interviewing.  The focus is shifting away from skills and experience, and more towards hiring for attitude. There are several reasons why many interviewers are adjusting their focus. The most basic being that, for most...

These are the type of interview questions that often completely frustrate a Job Seeker. When reflecting on the interview, the Interviewee will shake their head and ask themselves why didn’t they just ask what they really wanted to know? Why the indirect approach to...

A common complaint from Job Seekers is the poor communication they experience from a prospective employer.  There is often a general feeling that Hiring Managers or Recruiters do not respond quickly enough or provide enough updates to the Job Seeker.  It can be a very...