Job-Hunt Intelligence - The Secret to Job Interview Success

Published: Fri, 08/19/16

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By Jeff Lipschultz

For successful job interviews, words are nice; stories are better!

When I prepare my candidates for their job interviews, we always talk about "the checklist."

This checklist is the list of examples from their experience that directly addresses the qualifications they to need to cover during the interview. These might include:

  • Key projects
  • Closing big deals
  • Huge contributions to operational savings
  • Demonstration of industry knowledge

The checklist varies, of course, based on the person and the job they are seeking.

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By Susan P. Joyce

When an interviewer asks you if you have any questions during a job interview, this is your opportunity to do three important things:

  1. Collect information about the job and the employer that is important to you -- the things that will help you determine whether or not you will accept a job offer (if one is given).
  2. Demonstrate to the interviewer that you have done some research about them -- that you are actually interested in the job, not just wasting time.
  3. Demonstrate that you are a good fit for the job and for the organization and would be an asset, if they can convince you to accept a job offer.

Read 45 Questions to Ask in a Job Interview for suggestions on good questions to ask.

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By Jane Davis Long

You’ve decided to apply for temporary work. Maybe you’re ready for a change, like the idea of trying something new every few months, want a new challenge, or just can’t find the right permanent job.

Regardless of the reason for pursuing temporary work, there are some drastic differences between "temp" and "perm" roles, and it all starts with the interview.

If you erroneously prepare yourself for a permanent job interview, you could lose out on a great temporary (or freelance/contract ) opportunity.

Why Job Interviews for Temporary Jobs Are Unique
 
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