Every job seeker knows that a job interview can make for a tense experience.  You want to make the right first impression, which is sometimes easier said than done.  The good news is that there are some mistakes you can outright avoid if you know what Read more…

First impressions mean everything when job seeking.  Your resume makes the ultimate first impression since it introduces you and your skills to a prospective employer.  If your resume makes the impression you hoped for, then you’ll be called in for an interview where you’ll now need Read more…

If you’re an executive planning your next career move, it might intrigue you to learn that you’ll be judged by more than just your resume during your job search. In other words, a full resume is not necessarily the best fit for each interviewer or contact. Read more…

I have to admit, with more than 12 years of hands-on experience interviewing candidates for various positions, I find that the biggest mistakes aren’t made during the face-to-face interview; the ones that have really shocked me have been when I’ve interviewed a candidate over the phone. Read more…

Being a part of a technology-driven society that regularly encourages electronic communication, it makes sense that a job seeker would feel justified in handling any part of a job application process in this manner.  However, after a job interview, it’s important to note that the rules Read more…

Preparation is a huge portion of an interview.  It’s like an iceberg, 90% of it is hidden under the surface. Preparing perfectly can still be broken down into manageable and meaningful segments in which anyone can master.  If, at the last second, you don’t take the Read more…