Why are YOU the best candidate for the JOB
" Why are YOU the best candidate for the JOB" Often asked in interviews and similar to: “How will you add value to this organization?” How to answer? 1. State your “why” for wanting the role and for working for this company in particular. 2. Cross-reference your...
How to build a RESUME
Need to build a RESUME? Do this….. Full name, Location, Email, Cell and LinkedIn URL 3 job titles you are qualified to fulfil separated by vertical dividers. PAGE 1: 1. Professional Summary: What you are professionally + Who you are in terms of personal attributes....
7 steps to answer “Why did you leave your last job?” in an INTERVIEW
7 steps to answer, “Why did you leave your last job?” in an INTERVIEW: 1. Don’t try to avoid the question. 2. Be truthful. 3. Don’t trash your former manager or employer. Be as diplomatic as you can. 4. Don’t appoint blame to others. Take ownership; be accountable. 5....
PHONE interviews
PHONE interviews are the hardest to ace. Want to be PREPARED? Like this…… 1. Get dressed as if going to an in-person Interview. Why? It creates professional attitude and mindset. 2. Don’t slouch on the couch. Chair and table/desk or stand and pace. Standing promotes...
10 steps to writing a POST on LinkedIn
10 steps to writing a POST on LinkedIn: Do this….. 1. Pick your topic. It’s always best to post about things that you have personal experience, understanding of, or expertise in. 2. Ideally it’s not about you; it’s to add value to your audience. Write succinctly (1300...
12 ways to SHINE in interviews WITHOUT speaking:
12 ways to SHINE in interviews WITHOUT speaking: 1. Dress appropriately. 2. Walk in tall and straight. 3. Firm (but not crushing) handshake. 4. Smile. 5. Eye contact. 6. Sit back in the chair, upright; don’t slouch. 7. Relax shoulders. 8. Feet on the ground, or cross...
Answer the 5 Trickiest INTERVIEW Questions
Want to answer the 5 trickiest INTERVIEW questions? Then do this….. 1. “Tell me a little bit about yourself.” WHAT I am + WHO I am = WHY I am a good candidate for this role. 2. “What is your biggest weakness?” State weakness + how you overcome it, compensate for it,...
Core Competencies and Achievements on Resume / CV
Want to know what a proper Core Competencies and Achievements section looks like on a RESUME? Like this...... This is the hard and TRANSFERABLE skills section of your resume. It is immediately below your Professional Summary and should appear in full on Page 1 of 2+...
10 questions to ask RECRUITERS
10 questions to ask RECRUITERS: 1. Who does the role report to? 2. What 3 things are the key to success in the role? 3. How long has this job been vacant? 4. Is somebody currently still in this role? 5. Is the company also considering internal candidates? 6. How long...
How to Research the Company for your Interview
Want to know how to RESEARCH the company ahead of an INTERVIEW? Like this….. 1. Visit the company website. Understand the role within the department. Understand the function of the department within the organization. Determine the workplace culture. Recognize the...