Tip#5. Send a follow up letter (or email) after the interview to remind the interviewer what you would bring to the position and to address any concerns that you may have picked up on during the interview. For more : www.interviewcoach.com www.thecompleteinterviewcoach.com www.interviewfitnesstraining.com

Tip #4. Focus on your strengths – the skills that you have used in the past. Think of five skills that you consider what you do “best.” If your strengths are in sync with the employer’s wish list, emphasize your ability and past experiences using those skills to show that you have “been there and [...]

Tip #3. Do some research, using the internet to discover what is required in the type of position you are seeking. Job postings are “wish lists” that employers put together in hopes of finding the perfect candidate. Use these postings to see what employers are seeking and make sure that your resume and your interview [...]

Tip #2. Make sure that you are up-to-date on changes that have occurred in your field in your absence. This may entail taking a brush up class or course. It is important that you be able to show that you can “hit the ground running,” particularly with so many candidates to choose from in this [...]

Tip #1. Be able to explain why you have decided that now is the time for you to return to the work force – why now? Have a convincing statement about your goals or intentions of staying in the work force after being away for a period of time – this is best done by [...]

Be able to explain why you have decided that now is the time for you to return to the work force – why now? Have a convincing statement about your goals or intentions of staying in the work force after being away for a period of time – this is best done by scripting and [...]

If you thought interviewing was only about answering questions, you’ve been missing the point. You’ve also been missing an opportunity to gather valuable information. Listening is one of the skills most underutilized by candidates. Most people go into the interview thinking and worrying about how they will answer the questions, and they forget that they [...]

Changing careers or re-entering the work force can feel very intimidating to someone who is facing a tough job market plus a tough sell. Employers are in the “driver’s seat” with so many applicants to choose from and this can put you in a position of feeling less qualified than others. The first thing to [...]

When rejection comes it may trigger old wounds from past life experiences. You may feel hurt or angry and fed up with the way you are being treated. Instead of being stuck and feeling rejected, take back the power by staying proactive. If you really wanted to work for that particular company, sit down and [...]

Am I Dreaming – or am I back in the military? If these rules sound familiar it may be because these are the same standards as the military. 1. Look Sharp! – Before the interview select a couple of interview outfits. Depending on the industry, and position, get out your best duds and check them [...]