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Embrace the Salesperson Within and Ace the Job Interview – Part 2 of 2
In a job interview, the candidate (sales person) is selling himself or herself (the service) to the hiring manager (the buyer). In order to be successful in the interview (sales call), the job candidate has to: Read more »
Interview Questions You Can Ask – Part 2 of 2
Ford Myers shares a list of questions you can ask in this article. Prepare thoroughly for your interviews by studying and practicing both your answers and your questions. The time you invest in this process will definitely pay-off with more – and better – job offers! Read more »
Interview Questions You Can Ask – Part 1 of 2
The most important questions of your interviews might be the ones you ask. In the interview, don’t think you’re the only one who is “on the spot.” It is perfectly acceptable for you to ask questions of the interviewer and to take notes throughout the meeting. Read more »
Interviews: Types and Structure – Part 2 of 2
Interviewing can be best described as two-way storytelling. You need to provide the interviewer with accurate, relevant stories about your career achievements and job performance. The interviewer needs to tell you the story of the company, describe the position in question, and explain specifically how they want you to fit into their picture. This will allow both parties to assess their level of interest in the other. Read more »
The Many Faces of Job Interviews – Part 2 of 2
Remember: No matter which kind of interview you’re faced with, there is one and only one key to success: PREPARATION. By practicing the interview skills that are necessary for all these types of interviews, you’ll dramatically increase your chances of getting the offer! Read more »
The Many Faces of Job Interviews – Part 1 of 2
Here is an outline of the different types of interviews, how they work, and what you can expect during each of these interview situations. At some companies, you will actually be taken through all these interview steps before a hiring decision will be made. In other cases, you may bypass some of the intermediary stages. Read more »
Follow-up Steps after the Interview – Part 1 of 2
Ford R. Myers, Career Coach. My clients often express frustration after they’ve completed their interviews for a position they want. The common complaints include, “Why doesn’t the company call me back?” or “I feel like I have no power; all I can do is wait for an answer,” or “Can’t I do anything to make the employer say YES?” Read more »
Acing The Interview – Part 2 of 2
Award-winning Career Coach and Author Ford R. Myers shares some pointers. Will you be acing the interview? Here are some more tips for you to use on your next interview… Read more »
Acing The Interview – Part 1 of 2
Author and Career Consultant Ford Myers says, “One thing I have noticed over the years is that candidates often get “trapped” in certain interview questions that are designed to make them say something negative or self-defeating (which generally leads to rejection). Indeed, job-seekers are not even aware of how negative many of their answers sound at interviews!” Read more »
Interview Questions You Can Ask – Part 1 of 2
The most important questions of your interviews might be the ones you ask. In the interview, don’t think you’re the only one who is “on the spot.” It is perfectly acceptable for you to ask questions of the interviewer and to take notes throughout the meeting (which will help you to formulate your questions). Read more »
