Finding yourself lined up with other applicants in a group interview can make you feel . . . not so special! Know how to prepare for a “cattle call interview” and turn one of the most tricky interview formats to your advantage. There you are, crowded into a space with 10 or 20 others. Your [continue reading…]

“How many people do I have to interview with to get this job?” At some companies the answer is “quite a few,” either one person at a time – a sequential interview / serial interview format – or all at once as a panel interview.

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You’re too smart to make those silly mistakes like reeking of cologne at a job interview or forgetting to turn off your phone. But maybe you’re still not getting offers. How can you change that?

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How you answer the question “Tell me about yourself” creates a first impression that influences the success or failure of your whole interview. How can you ace this first interview question?

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The first handshakes are over and everyone is seated. “So,” begins the interviewer, “tell me about yourself.” Are your palms sweating yet? Most people dread this question, but it’s actually a great opportunity if you’re prepared. Let’s plan how you can respond with a strategically focused introduction that gets your interview off to a very [continue reading…]