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You’ve done all of your homework: you’ve studied the company’s website and thoroughly researched their industry. You’ve polished your interview techniques and practiced talking about your experience from every possible angle until you can do it in your sleep. You’ve rested up, had a good breakfast, and arrived to the interview on time. [...] We all know that nobody wants to be around a sour puss – much less hire one. A cheerful person with great presentation skills and a positive outlook is most likely to be considered favorably during an interview. However, it can be hard to maintain that positivity when a potential employer asks tough questions about [...] We’ve all been there: that awkward pause during a conversation when the silence seems to stretch to an eternity. Oh, no! Was it something you said? How do you fix it?
One interview technique that I especially like to recommend to job seekers is the art of making a connection with the interviewer. Chances are, in this job market there is some pretty stiff competition for the position to which you’re applying. The person conducting your interview likely has or will interview quite a few candidates, [...] Negotiation skills have never been more important in getting a raise, time off, or a chance for advancement than they are now. Recent market events mean that employers are looking to secure the bottom line. With careful planning, you can take advantage of this crisis to improve your bargaining position. |
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