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How to Use a Phone Interview to Build Rapport and Win the Job

Written on 10 Sep, 2012 at 22:47

Use these tips to master the art of phone interviewing and get the job!... (Continue reading)

Job Interviews: How to Succeed By Using the Job Description as Your Focus

Written on 23 Sep, 2011 at 15:58

Learn to use the advertised job description to prepare for interviews.... (Continue reading)

Twelve Things Employers Want To See in Your Resume & Interview

Written on 22 Dec, 2010 at 16:14

mysalary.com Has Posted a Nice Set of Twelve Job Hunting Tips (Referred to as “12 HR Hot Buttons) Maybe holiday time is a good time to give that resume a fresh look, and to work on your interview preparation, considering... (Continue reading)

Tough Job Interview Question: “What Is Your Greatest Weakness?”
Three Tips for Answering This One

Written on 17 Apr, 2009 at 5:00

Why Do Interviewers Ask About My Weaknesses? No interviewer expects “brutally honest answers like,’I'm below-average intelligence and difficult to work with,’” says a hiring expert quoted by the Washington Post. So why do they ask this tough job interview question?... (Continue reading)

The Best Time to Schedule an Interview

Written on 1 Apr, 2009 at 12:29

This guest post via Recruiting Blogswap is from JobGoRound.com, providing career advice on resume writing, job searching, interviewing, and more. There are certain rules for scheduling job interviews that should be followed for the best results. Best Days of the... (Continue reading)

The 12 Days of Christmas Job Hunting

Written on 23 Dec, 2008 at 6:00

Contrary to Popular Belief, Christmas Is an Ideal Time To Look for a New Job. So says David Perry, professional headhunter and co-author of Guerrilla Marketing for Job Hunters: 400 Unconventional Tips, Tricks and Tactics to Land Your Dream Job.... (Continue reading)

The Top Ten Things You Don’t Want to Do During Your Job Interview

Written on 17 Dec, 2008 at 5:00

In today’s challenging times, many of us are brushing up on our job interview skills, and we here at the Blawg are eager to help. With a humorous look the things you don’t want to do when you finally land... (Continue reading)

9 Ways to Succeed in Your Next Job Interview

Written on 13 May, 2008 at 10:05

A job interview can be one of the most stressful parts of a job search, especially when it’s for a job you really want. You'll probably spend the entire week leading up to the interview worrying about how it’s... (Continue reading)

Some Things to Know Before Negotiating Salary with a New Employer

Written on 26 Feb, 2008 at 0:44

This guest post by Liz Handlin, courtesy of Recruiting Blogswap, discusses a variety of factors for applicants to consider in discussing and negotiating salary for a new position. Ms. Handlin is the CEO of Ultimate Resumes, LLC, and writes Liz... (Continue reading)

Great list of job search and interview tips

Written on 5 May, 2007 at 23:02

One of the all-time greatest hits on this blog is a post for job hunters: “Tell Me About Yourself:” The 25 Toughest Interview Questions (and tips on how to answer them!) So I thought I’d get a little additional mileage... (Continue reading)

Spotlight on Legal Issues in Recruitment: OFCCP and EEOC Making Life More Complex For Recruiters and Companies

Written on 30 May, 2006 at 8:55

There is no doubt that OFCCP and EEOC are going to make life more interesting and challenging for recruiters and employers. In this posting, I recap and highlight comments from three different articles in ERexchange.com on the topic of recruitment... (Continue reading)

EEOC Starts Focusing On Recruitment and Hiring Discrimination

Written on 16 May, 2006 at 8:59

In our recent posting regarding EEOC’s new compliance manual on race and color discrimination, I didn’t mention that recruitment discrimination seems to get quite a bit of attention. This seems to indicate a renewed emphasis at EEOC. Curious to see... (Continue reading)

Managing the Poor Interviewer: Tips for Interviewees

Written on 10 May, 2006 at 15:18

Some of my favorite stories involve my own experiences with bad interviewers. Like the one who had no idea what to ask me or what to tell me — until he discovered we grew up in the same neighborhood. Then,... (Continue reading)

“Tell Me About Yourself”
The 25 Toughest Interview Questions (and Tips on How to Answer Them!)

Written on 6 Apr, 2006 at 10:30

We originally wrote this post in April 2006, when we discovered a very useful list of the 25 toughest interview questions. We’ve updated it several times since then, because it has proven very popular, mostly with people searching for advice... (Continue reading)

Unemployed or Looking to Change Jobs? Some Hopeful Job Market News and Interview Tips

Written on 15 Mar, 2006 at 22:46

Looking over my latest e-clippings, I found I had saved a number of items about signs of a job market healthier in many respects than some may fear, and also some with practical tips useful to job seekers. Related Reading:... (Continue reading)

Everything You Wanted to Know About Reference Checking And Didn’t Know Where to Ask

Written on 16 Feb, 2006 at 11:39

Reviews a free document on reference checking, which covers the why, how, and whom of reference checking. While you may not agree with everything in this document, it does provide a great deal of useful information.... (Continue reading)

Need Interviewing Practice? Go Online!

Written on 8 Feb, 2006 at 12:00

Want to practice your interviewing skills? Go online with this FREE program and practice away. Very realistic content and graphics. Enjoy and be ready for your next job hunt!... (Continue reading)

Believe It Or Not: Amazing Interview Stories

Written on 7 Feb, 2006 at 11:38

This article summarizes some really interesting stories about interviews. Decide which one you think is most unusual. If nothing else, you will be amazed at the variety of interview stories one can experience.... (Continue reading)

HR/Employment Blogosphere Update for December 5, 2005

Written on 5 Dec, 2005 at 13:42

I’ve added a new category to the Blogroll: “Blogs, Career & Job Search.” My intention is to make this blogroll comprehensive as to the areas covered, rather than limiting it to a few personal favorites. So I will gladly accept... (Continue reading)