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First impression has a lot of impact on your interview. That said, the interview starts even before you meet the interviewer. Don’t just show up at the interview. Prepare your first impression before you even show up. Prepare an interview plan or checklist to run through before heading out for any interview to be sure you can tackle the interview with confidence, leaving a great first impression.
Dress appropriately for the interview: Dress for success is the motto for any successful interviewer. Throwing on a $5000 suit is not always the …

The key to success in any interview is preparation. The hiring manager has taken the time to read your resume and even possible research you. The least you can do is show similar respect by researching the company you’ll be interviewing with. If you have time, it is also wise to research the hiring manager as well.
Employer information from the library: There are many ways to research a hiring company and hiring managers. Your local librarian can help out, most likely they will be able to pull up demographics on …

The heart of any interview is of course the Q&A Session in which the interviewer asks about your experience and gives you a chance to ask about the job or the company. In a one hour interview, this stage of the process usually takes between 30 & 50 minutes. It is by far the most focused part of the interview and is your best chance to shine. To ace the Q&A Session follow these simple tips:
Stay on task: Remember, the whole interview has led to this point. Your purpose for …

Recent college grads are facing challenges not seen in most markets. In a recession, college grads are competing against job seekers with 10+ years of experience, even for entry level jobs. In many cases, highly experienced people are taking internships, just to stay relevant in their industry. This makes it very hard for most students to find a career, let alone a career that relates to their degree. Fortunately, there are still a few viable options for Echo Boomers & Gen Next.
Internships: In a recession, the role of an intern …

All too often, experienced employees place all of their emphasis on their non-transferable skills, those skills that only related to their current role. This approach is relevant in most cases. However in today’s highly competitive environment it’s very wise to also focus on your transferable skills. These skills are foreign to most individuals and can be the difference between getting the job and getting an interview.
Communication – The better individuals become at their core duty, the more difficult they find it to communicate with other members of the team. The …