Preparing for a virtual interview is very similar to preparing for an in-person interview, researching the company and preparing questions to ask your interviewer are still very important. However…there are key differences to virtual interviews for which you should prepare.
Social Media in the Interview Process
You may be wondering why hiring managers would take this extra step to look for online red flags. Social media is your private life and should not have an impact on your professional life, right? Wrong. Today's employees are expected to be good standing citizens inside and outside of the office. These red flags can include inappropriate/demeaning comments about your company, boss, colleagues, or anything work-related.
How to Handle Drinks or Dinner at Your Job Interview
Employers are starting to see value in breaking out of the traditional interview setting so they can see a candidate for who they really are in a normal every day social setting such in breweries and restaurants… But that doesn’t mean you should just let your guard down. Given the importance of the situation, let’s review a few different factors for both networking events and job interviews.
Interview Attire: How to Leave a Good First Impression
10 Words to Help You Stand Out
If given the opportunity for an interview, it’s important to understand that most employers are seeking key characteristics and want to hear keywords spoken during the interview. To embody the traits of the ideal candidate that employers seek, try incorporating these words and phrases into your interview answers.
Interviews are Blind Dates
Studies show that on average only 2% of applicants are actually called in to interview (a stat some people who have tried online dating may be able to relate too). When you get called to interview, realize that you are one of the 2% percent, so act like it! Odds are, you already have something they want, or you would not have been called in in the first place.
The Recipe for Interview Questions Made Easy
Preparing for Battle: The Interview
Prepping for an interview can sometimes seem like a complex tactical operation. It involves a set of variables: people, location, supplies, timetabling and a myriad of other action items. In order to pull off this “operation”, it requires detailed coordination. So, before your interview, it’s best to prep yourself for whatever may come ahead.