Archive Posts Tagged ‘Interviews’

The Biggest Mistake You Can Make in a Phone Interview

May 26th, 2011 Great Resumes Fast 1 comment

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…

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Changing Careers? How Can You Land the Interview?

October 18th, 2010 Great Resumes Fast No comments

Changing career fields can be daunting, especially in this economy when so many experienced candidates are competing for the same jobs. It can be hard to even land an interview-much less get an offer. However, with the right strategy, it’s possible for you to land the Read more…

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What to Look for In a Great Interview Coach

September 29th, 2010 Great Resumes Fast No comments

From career expert: Peggy McKee Author Website: http://www.career-confidential.com Today’s job search is unlike any we’ve seen before. Competition is especially fierce in this economy, and candidates get weeded out quickly. If you’ve landed the interview, you need to bring your best game right off the bat Read more…

Can You Over-Prepare for Your Next Job Interview?

September 29th, 2010 Great Resumes Fast No comments

Insights from expert Peggy McKee http://www.career-confidential.com I don’t think it’s even possible to be “over-prepared” for your job interview. The better prepared you are, the more confident you will be–and that shows. And especially in this job market, you’ve got to show up with your “A” Read more…

Ever Been Asked Have You Done (fill in the blank)? What to say when you haven't.

August 14th, 2009 Great Resumes Fast No comments

Countless interviews that I’ve conducted or participated in have all had tragic endings because of the inability of the interviewee to answer the tough questions the right way. One of the most important questions you’ll be asked in an interview is “Have you ever done …?” Read more…

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