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Practice makes perfect. One of the most valuable – and overlooked – ways to practice for a successful job interview is in your imagination, via mental practice. There’s also a lot of value in mock interviewing with a friend or coach, or practicing aloud by yourself with a mirror, but don’t skip the inner practice. [continue reading…]
If you’re hoping to have job interviews after the holidays, there are a few things you should do now. Companies planning to hire in January will do some phone screenings in advance, so be prepared! If you’re currently employed, January may be a hectic time, with new projects starting up at your current job at [continue reading…]
How should you answer this question in a job interview? Getting it wrong can ruin your chances. One common reason for leaving is that the company is experiencing problems and you want to jump ship before it crashes on the rocks. Or maybe your boss is difficult to work with, and you go home with [continue reading…]
In a recent post I listed 7 Reasons to Negotiate a Job Offer. That was the “why,” for those of us who are tempted to shy away from questioning the initial salary, benefits and other details of a compensation package. Now let’s talk about how to do it. Send the right messages. Your demeanor and [continue reading…]
A surprising percentage of us think we can’t or shouldn’t negotiate when offered a job. We may be afraid the employer will withdraw the offer or find us ungrateful or arrogant. Or we don’t really know why we don’t negotiate. “I just can’t see myself doing it!” Before you decide “I can’t” or “It doesn’t [continue reading…]
