If you work in IT and live around a large metro area, chances are that whenever a large company has a new contract job need, you are getting hammered with calls from recruiters. Recruiters making cold calls about opportunities is not something new, this is standard practice and is a good thing for candidates …most of […]
Job Interview Preparation Techniques
Most people aren’t expert interviewers. You aren’t supposed to be good at interviewing. If you have had enough interviews where you feel like you have become a pro, most likely you are falling short on preparing appropriately for the process. Below are five critical steps you should always follow when preparing for the interview. 1) […]
Avoid the Horrors of Job Interview Rejection
We’ve all heard the same general rules that apply for interviewing, yet time and time again, jobs are lost on some very basic interview mistakes. Here are 3 basic interview guidelines that should NEVER be ignored. 1) You are what you wear. Too many people make common mistakes when it comes to their appearance. When […]
Secrets of the Phone Interview
In the age of Skype, videoconferencing, and social media technology, it is surprising that phone interviews still exist. However, the reality is that most job interviews begin with a phone interview typically with a company human resources representative. Below are a few tips to avoid some common pitfalls: 1) Set-up a proper interview space ahead […]
How do I Get a Second Job Interview?
In today’s competitive job market, it is important for candidates to position themselves in the best way possible. Put your best foot forward. With hiring processes that can have multiple interview steps, it is important that a candidate is diligent in following through. Interview attire is something that matters, even for an IT call center […]