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What are the top 5 questions asked in an interview?

Andrea Tholen, April 24 2024

Interviews can be daunting, but preparing for the most commonly asked questions can give you a significant edge. Here are the top five most frequently asked interview questions, along with the rationale behind them: "Tell me about yourself." This open-ended question is usually the opener and serves as a way for the interviewer to get a brief...

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How can I prepare for my interview?

Andrea Tholen, April 23 2024

Preparing effectively for an interview can significantly increase your chances of making a positive impression and securing the job. Here are some key steps to take as you get ready: Research the Company:  Understand the company’s mission, values, culture, and recent news. Familiarize yourself with their products, services, and industry...

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How do I know if I am in danger of being fired?

Andrea Tholen, April 22 2024

Anyone or more of the following situations may indicate that you are at risk: 1) They are restructuring and you have to interview for your own job. 2) Many of your responsibilities are gradually being taken away. 3) You are no longer invited to key meetings. 4) You are no longer assigned significant projects. 5) Your exposure to executives is...

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Geographical corporate realignment:

Andrea Tholen, April 1 2024

One issue of grave concern is the rapidly rising level of crime in many US cities. There are consequences that far exceed the obvious. More and more Americans are fleeing cities to explore job opportunities in suburbia. It's a massive brain drain and corporations will have no choice but to move where the talent is located. More and more...

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How to back up accomplishments in a job interview:

Andrea Tholen, March 29 2024

Specificity is Key: When discussing accomplishments, it's crucial to be specific. Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your responses. This method helps you describe the context (Situation), your role (Task), what you did (Action), and the outcome (Result) in a clear and detailed manner. Providing quantifiable...

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How do you ask for a raise or a promotion?

Andrea Tholen, March 28 2024

In the quest for career advancement, understanding your workplace culture is paramount. A positive or neutral environment often paves the way for open discussions about growth, whereas a negative culture might make such conversations risky. Before broaching the subject of an increase or promotion, it's crucial to do your homework. Research...

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What if you receive a job offer immediately after your first interview?

Andrea Tholen, March 27 2024

Companies with a positive work culture and are financially sound, will rarely make an immediate offer. They are usually selective about who they bring on board. As a general rule, employers that make immediate offers usually have a high employee turnover rate, and they are trying to quickly replace head count. Given this fact, be cautious and...

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How can you negotiate a higher salary during a job interview?

Andrea Tholen, March 26 2024

Every employer views a salary from a return on investment ( ROI)perspective. The goal is to negotiate a higher salary from a position of strength. This process begins with a powerful resume, one that sells your ROI potential. A powerful resume is like a recipe that must include all the right ingredients. In this case, the ingredients should...

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Are you a graduate but are struggling to land a good job?

Andrea Tholen, March 25 2024

Sometimes through the stress of college life or life in general, we tend to fall behind in terms of making and drafting resumes. When it comes to creating a cover letter and/or resume that appeals to hiring managers. Employers realize that recent graduates are lacking experience. Therefore, Many employers will hire based upon a college...

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Should you have a career coach or mentor?

Andrea Tholen, March 18 2024

When people are surveyed about the most important things in their life, they usually rank them as follows: health, family, career. Your career is the third most important thing in your life, and in some cases, people will rank their career even higher. When we are ill we go to a doctor. When we need legal advice, we go to a lawyer. When you...

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