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Everyone has been there and some even more than once. It is the dreaded tricky questions that are asked during the interviewing process. One can only wonder if the hiring manager asks these outrageous questions to amuse themselves or maybe they feel they have a keen insight on human behaviors and thought patterns. One can ponder for hours over this, but one thing is certain and that is these questions are sure to make you squirm. Most of us will leave the interview questioning ourselves on the answer we handed …

In today’s society, major business decisions are often based on the communication conducted over emails. The job hunt process is no exception. Sending a well constructed email will not likely be the reason a company chooses to hire you. However, an inability to communicate well in writing can lead to disqualification from many jobs. To increase your odds of landing your next job, it may be wise to review your email etiquette.
Grammar and spelling – Writing an email should not feel like a homework assignment, you will not be graded. …

Writing helps share the knowledge you have acquired and can lead to your next job. This approach spreads the message of your job search in a viral fashion. It helps you establish yourself as an expert in a particular field. Then when you get to the interview stage, it helps the hiring manager certify your expertise.
In your professional career to date, you have learned skills or acquired talents / abilities that many people don’t have. While you likely take many of these things for granted, others do not. People with …

The days of door to door job applications are dead. To get in front of the right hiring managers, you have to take slightly more strategic approaches. These strategies include all of the same tactics found in traditional marketing efforts, plus a few from the world of internet marketing. When properly applied, these basic strategies will place you squarely in front of hiring managers that may lead to your next position.
Finding your next employer can be challenging, especially if your job hunt is limited to blind posts on job boards …

“Your credentials are impressive, but we are considering candidates with more experience.”
This rejection statement means one of two things. The HR person chose a poor template for their standard rejection letter. Or more likely, your resume did not demonstrate enough relevant experience. This rejection is commonly seen by recent graduates, people changing careers, or retirees reentering the work force.
In today’s market, employers have the ability to be picky and hold out for individuals with more experience, but there are a few ways to spruce up your resume to avoid this …