Skills are usually acquired, but you don’t get a second chance to make a good first impression! Instead of going to millions of interviews, you can learn the steps the easy way. So how do hiring managers decide who to hire? It’s understandable that the hiring manager would try to figure out who’s the best… Read more »
“What motivates you?” as an interview question may sound odd, but what the hiring manager is trying to figure out is what makes you tick. The manager is looking for insight into why you are motivated to do this particular job and if it’s a good fit. In this article, you’ll read: Why Ask This… Read more »
“Sell me this pen” is a common interview question for a sales position. The interviewer is trying to figure out if your sales skills are well developed. This isn’t about the pen itself, but your ability to sell anything. There are several ways to answer this: either you can base your answer on the values… Read more »
“What do you know about our company?” isn’t a question that you might have expected, but it does come up. Unlike the questions regarding your greatest strength or weakness, this answer has to be tailored to each company. That is also exactly why the question is being asked. Why Would You Be Asked “What… Read more »
“Walk me through your resume.” Does that count as an interview question? This statement can seem odd because the hiring manager has probably already read your resume. Answering this can feel like you’re supposed to read your resume to them, or list off every job you’ve had. Don’t be fooled! This standard icebreaker question isn’t… Read more »
“Where do you see yourself in five years?” It’s a common enough question in an interview. Some of what might come to mind aren’t things you’d want to say in an interview, such as “I’ll have your job!”, “running this place,” “working for myself,” or “retired lottery winner”. None of those are a good way… Read more »
A temp agency can help job seekers in so many ways. Plenty of places say that they’re hiring, but do you know for sure? Can you be certain that your resume will make it to an actual person and not get stuck in the computer’s Applicant Tracking System? How do you know if you’re even… Read more »
According to the Better Business Bureau, job scams or false jobs are on the rise due to the unemployment rate rising during coronavirus. Many people are now searching for work and getting increasingly desperate as unemployment checks run out. You can find job scams anywhere. Here’s what the lowest of the low will do during… Read more »
If you’ve made it to the interview, you are probably up against other candidates. It’s safe to assume that the other candidates have the same qualifications as you. This means you need to do something extra to stand out and the thank you email is the best place to do that! We’re here to cover… Read more »
The demand for unemployment benefits during coronavirus has skyrocketed. While states are lifting their stay at home orders and restrictions, some businesses that closed their doors in March are cautiously reopening. Workers in retail, restaurant, and meatpacking plants are being asked to return to work. But with coronavirus hotspots breaking out across the country, some… Read more »