The #1 reason people quit jobs is their manager. So in job search, you need to know how to interview your potential boss and get a feel for whether you’ll like working with that person. It’s fine to ask “What is your management style?” but the answer won’t tell you the whole story. Here are [continue reading…]

Stories are powerful in interviews, but if your stories are too long, you’ve got a problem. The interviewer may become impatient (they do have a list of questions they want to ask!) or bored. Here’s how to stop rambling in interviews.

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Some of the toughest interview questions don’t seem so tough when you first hear them, like “Why do you want this job?” Others, like “What’s your biggest weakness?”, give job seekers the jitters right off the bat. 

In honor of the 10th anniversary of The Great Job Sooner Blog–ten years helping people like you get a great job sooner!–I’d like to share 10 useful posts on answering tough questions like these.

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“Tell me about a time you disagreed with your boss.” Your answer to this interview question reveals your ability to disagree constructively and build a good working relationship.

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Some of the most common interview questions are about conflict management. Your answer can demonstrate crucial skills – or raise concerns that kill your chances.

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