Interviewers tend to assume that everyone wants to be continuously employed. “Why weren’t you?” they think. “What’s the problem?” Let’s explore how to answer interview questions about gaps in employment, to reassure interviewers that you’re motivated and ready to hit the ground running.

Employers want to hire someone who is deeply interested in their company. Obviously, a really interested candidate will research the company before the interview. Also see my post, “How to Research the Interviewer.” Now, let’s explore how you can gain useful insights about the company itself, and why. When you’ve done your homework, it shows. [continue reading…]

An interview with a company founder is a high-stakes conversation in which it’s crucial not only to give good answers, but to ask good questions. This post will help you identify the best questions to ask founders in an interview.

A week after your final interview for a new job, the recruiter reaches out to schedule a “wrap-up” conversation. Is this an interview? Is it a good sign, or bad?