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•5 Simple Rules for A Great Job Interview
by: Donna Monday
Many years ago, when I was a young job-searching greenhorn, I ventured to New York City to take a bite out of the big apple of opportunity.
When it came to finding a job in a crowded city of millions, I quickly learned that it’s much easier on one’s sanity to sign up with one of the many employment agencies which helps job seekers looking for work.
I scoured the newspaper and found a large ad for one such well-known employment agency. True to their word, they promptly...
•Traveling for An Interview 10 Tips to Get You From Here to There
Traveling for An Interview? 10 Tips to Get You From Here to There
by: Donna Monday
You’ve just been granted an on-site interview in another town. Hurray!
This means you’ll be traveling to an employer’s location so that they can further evaluate you for a specific job position.
Before you make any travel arrangements, it’s a good idea to discuss who will be paying for your trip – you or the employer. If you’re paying, find out if you’ll be reimbursed. It’s a good idea to save all your...
•Brainteasers Or How Many Crazy Interview Questions Does It Take to Get Hired
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by: Donna Monday
You've looked at all the job interview tips and techniques. Did your homework and studied all the potential employer interview questions you may be asked. Plus, you've practiced your answers in front of the mirror and in a mock interview. Yep, you're a well-prepared candidate ready to show your stuff. What more does an interviewer seeking a great candidate want?
Well, for starters, they may want to know:
** How many quarters - placed on top of each other - would it take...
•The 7 Tough Job Interview Questions That Can Make or Break You and How to Answer Them
by: Donna Monday
Some interview questions are asked so frequently that they've become classics. Practically every interview you go on you'll be answering one or more of these seven interview questions.
Why are these the most frequently asked interview questions? Probably because they give the employer a good idea of who you are and if you're the best fit for their company.
** Tell Me About Yourself
This is an obvious open-ended questions where the interviewer is inviting you to give...
•7 Tips for Writing Winning Resume Cover Letters
by: Donna Monday
Writing a good resume cover letter is something you should seriously consider when preparing to send off your resume to potential employers.
Here are seven important cover letter writing tips:
Address the individual by name. If you don’t know their name then use: “Dear Sir or Madam” or “Dear Human Resources Director”.
Attract attention with a strong opening paragraph. Create impact. Give them a reason to keep reading about you.
Refer to your enclosed resume. Be...
•Interview Preparation Made Easy Create An Interview Preparation List
by: Donna Monday
Here's a quick way to compare your own job experience and qualifications with those that your prospective employer is looking for in a specific job position. Make an “Interview Preparation List”. When you prepare for a job interview, it's good to have a quick reference of your past work experience that you can study ahead of time to help prepare you for the specific job you're interviewing for.
Grab a sheet of paper and make three columns.
Column A will be Position...
•Resume Writing and Preparation is Free Online
by: Donna Monday
Creating a strong resume is a very important part of applying for a job, either online or off line. There are many resume writing services that will help you build an impressive resume for job interviews.
You can also learn how to write a resume for free by surfing the Internet for resume writing help. Many sites will show you tips and advice on choosing a resume style that works best for you.
You can also find samples of resumes, resume templates, resume software, and...
•Dazzle Interviewers With Your Achievements
by: Donna Monday
Attention Job Seekers: Tasks and Responsibilities are Boooring
Ho hum. The interviewer sits there drumming her fingers on the desk trying to look interested while you drone on about your duties and responsibilities at your last position. As you finish up your snore-inducing list of daily tasks, your interviewer jots down next to your name - Good candidate . . .but nothing special.
What happened? You didn't get the job. Even though you felt you were well prepared for this...
•Mix It Up A Salad Boost Can Keep You Healthy
All the health experts agree that you need to eat lots of vegetables to benefit from a variety of nutrients that your body needs to stay fit and strong. Many people often skip eating vegetables because maybe they don’t like the taste, or just don’t want to bother cooking them.
A fast and easy way to eat your veggies is just a bag away. There are many pre-made salads available at your supermarket that makes it easy to add fresh greens to your diet.
I like romaine lettuce because the deeper...
•Are You in Touch With Your Inner M
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by: Donna Monday
M is for Motivation.
What motivates you to do a good job?
Is it a sense of achievement?
Recognition for a job well done?
Helping people?
Desire for responsibility?
Solving problems?
Making more money?
You should give some thought to what motivates you to do your job better and allows you to feel a real sense of job satisfaction. Motivation is one of those thought-provoking questions that some interviewers may ask you while you're interviewing for a job. Be...
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