The absolute worst way to go to an interview is with the attitude of: “Please, please – hire me.” When you go to an interview with that attitude you appear desperate. And even though you actually may be desperate in a difficult job market, you don’t want to appear that way. The demeanor and attitude [...]

Question: After retiring from the service I took a job as an IT Specialist. Because my wife was transferred, we had to move to a new location. I let go my job because they didn’t have anything in the area where we were moving too. I did take advantage of the situation by going back [...]

The Camcorder/Skype job interview was bound to happen – and it’s been happening faster and faster as the world becomes smaller and smaller. Because we are able to reach out to others around the world through social networking, electronic devices and instant communication – without leaving home or the office – it is not surprising [...]

1. Script Your Thoughts. Whether you were fired under unfair circumstances or for something you did that you regret, write down your thoughts on how you would explain the instance. Read your script aloud or use a tape recorder and practice until you like what you hear. Better yet, answer the question for someone else [...]

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 [...]

How Do You Demonstrate Confidence? As you read articles and books about interviewing you will notice that most of the information focuses on “being prepared.” When you look closely at the information provided by “experts,” you will notice that a great many of the tips given concern the external preparation. These are tips ranging from [...]