INTERVIEW TIPS

3 Tips for Putting a Pep in your Step in a Ho-Hum Job

Job got you down? Feeling in a rut? Don’t despair. There are things you can do to catapult yourself into a new situation, new job, and even more money. You can shift your attitude starting right now by following these simple tips.

#1 Environment overhaul. Rearrange your office, cubicle, or workspace. Changing your environment is a positive and productive step towards feeling better about a ho-hum job. Purging old files, donating unused binders, and even moving furniture will put a spring in your step.  The sheer act of making change will help energize you to look at your current projects through a new lens. You may even feel as though you are … READ MORE

Interviewing; A view from the other side of the table

Over the last few years I have been fortunate enough to be able to sit as an interview assessor for high level positions within city government. As an assessor you are able to observe many things about the candidates during the process. This includes body language, dress, and confidence in their abilities. What I look for when the candidates come into the interview room is a command presence and confidence in their abilities.

Recently, I have witnessed some … READ MORE

Really Standing Out From Your Competition

Nobody needs to tell you that today’s job market is highly competitive. Recruiters and hiring managers receive a large number of resumes for every open position. How can you really stand out?

There are strategies that go beyond catchy titles or keywords on the résumé. The way to really stand out is to research the company, then align your career marketing materials to demonstrate that you are the perfect fit. You really want to blend in and contribute your knowledge and expertise to add value to the organization! How can you do that? … READ MORE

The Interview: Is There Anything You Would Like to Add?

It is likely that at the conclusion of almost every job interview, as a candidate you will be asked if you have any questions or would like to add anything. The questions you pose, or what you deem important to discuss at this point will reflect on both your level of interview experience and sophistication, and what you believe are of paramount importance when considering … READ MORE

Tips to get hired at a Job

If you want to leave a real impression then follow these simple steps:

You do not have a solution and answer for everything thrown at you from an employer but you can get through the tough questions (check out our interview articles) with our "search and response" technique. Remember that you are not supposed … READ MORE

Getting Past the Gatekeepers; HR Screening

You feel tired and yet you know you are approaching the goal line of getting your new job. What stands between you and a touchdown is an HR director ready to stop you at the 1-yeard line! So here are a few tips to help you get past the gatekeeper and have a successful interview process. READ MORE

Earn What You Deserve at Your Job

You have to first distinguish at what point you are being offered a salary in the negotiation process:

1^st situation is where you have not yet been selected for the job, and the employer is giving you an indication of the salary range. Remember to delay firm comments as much as possible and … READ MORE

Answering tough questions in job interviews

So the interviewer asks you a question that you can't answer. Don't sweat it with this technique. You have to accept that you don't have an answer for everything so instead use the search "search and response" method for difficult situations. READ MORE

What to do after a job interview

Don't leave the interview room quietly! Now I am not saying to bang a drum and dance around the conference table but do one important thing….. talk to your interviewers!

So did you last interview end with a nervous thank you and a final handshake? Did you leave the room without looking back? If you did, you lost the valuable time to beat … READ MORE

The Value of an Online Degree in getting a Government Career

Many people find that their career reaches a plateau and may look at a higher level of education. Anyone that has ever been stuck in their career path know how frustrating that can be and to search for a greater career path through higher education. READ MORE