Being interviewed by a potential employer can be the most stressful step in the job search process for many people. But how about you? Are you worried that the hiring manager might ask you a question – or several questions […]
Category Archives: Interview Tips
Things you need to bring to an interview that will help you get hired
Needless to say, those in reentry face unique challenges when searching for a job. But these challenges are not insurmountable. Once you’re called for an interview, you have your foot in the door. There are certain things you need to […]
Dealing with typical interview questions
The very thought of an interview and the interview questions that might be asked – whether in-person or online – makes many people nervous. But that doesn’t have to be the case. Although there are many things you can do […]
How to deal with ghosting in a job interview
If you think ghosting is just for dating, think again. Ghosting has entered the workforce, and it can be a big problem for job seekers – and for hiring managers, as well. For those who don’t know exactly what ghosting […]
How to create a turnaround talk to convince employers to hire you
Once you have your turnaround packet together for your job interview, it’s time to create a turnaround talk to go along with it. The purpose of this “talk” is to tell the truth about your conviction and to emphasize that […]
Tips on how to succeed in a video job interview
The coronavirus has changed our lives in many ways, including how we interview for jobs. Although unemployment numbers have soared, some companies are still hiring. They are, for the most part however, using a technique not usually employed in the […]
How formerly incarcerated job seekers can create a turnaround packet that will impress potential employers
One of the most important things those in reentry can do to help conduct a successful job search is to create a turnaround packet and the talk to go with it. And with people sheltering in place, there’s no […]
Using proper body language in an interview can help you get the job
Experts say that potential employers will make up their mind about you during the first few seconds after meeting you. And it has a lot to do with body language. The importance of body language cannot be underestimated. Most job […]
How to make an elevator pitch memorable
It isn’t often that we find a unique job search idea that we haven’t heard of before. After all, we’ve been writing blog articles on the subject for nearly eight years now and did a lot of research and gained […]
If you have a criminal record and are looking for work, don’t ever give up
Looking for work if you have a criminal record can be a Herculean task. One that requires more than a little out-of-the-box thinking. And perseverance that compels you to never give up no matter what it takes. A woman in […]