Interview Etiquette

Feb 18, 2015

Psychological Tricks to Help You Get a New Job

You are finally there sitting in front of the interviewer and now you want to talk about all you have achieved so far. But wait! You must not forget that no matter how much skills and experience you have, your future job does also depend on impression, gut feelings and instinctual reactions. So, let us talk psychology! Get hired using the fruits of psychological research on interview technique. The most important predictor of who will be offered the job was a magical and mysterious quality: the pleasantness and likability of the candidate! What were the behaviors that communicated ...

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Feb 10, 2015

Tips to Impress in Your Video Interview

First off, let’s start by defining what a video interview is. Video is the latest tool used by recruiters and employers to screen and interview job seekers in the first, second and third stages of the screening and hiring process. Whether you’re participating in an in-person or virtual interview your goal is the same — to make a lasting impression that earns you a subsequent interview. Yet virtual interviews present unique challenges, including use of technology, management of setting, and the ability to effectively show enthusiasm and interest, sell your qualifications, and send the right “vibe” in the absence of ...

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Oct 21, 2014

Top 10 Job Interview Mistakes

The interview is the single most stressful part of the job search process. Any number of things can go wrong, and a big part of being successful is avoiding simple mistakes. You don’t want anything to stand in the way of you and your new job, so here are 10 simple interview mistakes to avoid: Using your phone Answering your phone or texting during an interview is a sure-fire way to send the message that you’ve clearly got more important things to do. Just turn it off. Arriving late You can make a very bad impression ...

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Oct 16, 2014

Job Interview Etiquette and Manners

Essential, hints, tips, advice and guidance on interview etiquette and the suitable manners for the occasion. When you’re looking for a job, the little things really do matter. Never underestimate the power of thoughtfulness. A well written thank you note or a bit of pre-interview preparation can mean the difference between getting hired or not. Here are some ways to make sure you have good job interview etiquette. Advise the receptionist of your arrival If you find yourself in the reception area of your potential employer, good job interview etiquette is to inform the receptionist that you have arrived ...

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