Thursday, November 26, 2009

interviews

6 Tips for Acing a Job Interview After Age 50

Hiring managers explain what impresses them and what annoys them. more >>

15 Ways to Annoy Your Job Interviewer

Consider whether you're guilty of any of these less than horrendous but still irksome mannerisms. more >>

Interview for Integrity

Background checks are great, but skilled interviewing is even more essential. more >>

You Lost Me at Hello

You may be in the interviewer's seat, but keep in mind that you need to make a good first impression. more >>

The Crucial Job Interview Meet and Greet

How to handle the seemingly casual conversations that are a significant part of the interview process. more >>

How to Get Feedback When You're Rejected

You think it's a great fit, but you're not hired. Here's how to ask for feedback from a hiring manager. more >>

How to Destroy a Job Interview

You're there to answer questions, but don't talk too much. more >>

How to Play the Post-Interview Waiting Game

Tips on navigating the tricky communications path after an interview. more >>

Public Opinion: The Sarah Palin Interviews—How'd She Do?

Is she ready to assume the vice presidency—or even the presidency? more >>

In a Job Interview, Put Your Interviewer at Ease

You may not have the power, but you can win over your interviewer by helping them relax. more >>

6 Reasons You Failed the Phone Interview

Any one of these may be enough to lose a job opportunity. more >>

Why the Secretary Is Part of the Interview, Too

The way you handle yourself away from the hiring manager matters. more >>

7 Signs Your Interview Went Well

Some things to consider if you've interviewed for your dream job and are wondering about your chances. more >>

How to Screw Up a Thank-You Letter

This is your chance to promote yourself as a great job candidate, so why mess it up? more >>

No One Seems to Like Dumb Interview Questions

Even recruiters and managers think exotic and irrelevant interview questions are dumb. more >>

How to Follow Up After an Interview

Everyone knows that the job interview is key, but the follow-up can make the difference. more >>

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