The first impression is so important and mistakes in the interview or even before the interview can be detrimental to your chances of getting the job… Hiring managers are dealing with job applicants all day, every day. Step into their shoes for a moment to think about how they might feel when you come into… Read more »
Category: Interview Tips
5 Tips for a Good Interview [Video]
Start the interview great to end it great! It’s about your presence and the way you talk about yourself that will determine the outcome of your interview… During your interview, hiring managers get to know you by the way you look and talk about yourself. In the video above, Chase interviews two “Chase” job seekers:… Read more »
All About The First Impression
One minute is all it takes. Psychologists have discovered that 50% of the interviewer’s decision is made within the first 30-60 seconds of an interview. 25% is made within the first 15 minutes. Making the best first impression is crucial to landing the job you want, so follow these tips to showcase the best you!… Read more »
How to Dress for Interview Success
55% of initial impressions – during interviews or otherwise – come from the way you dress. You should always dress your best for an interview and be cautious as to what your interviewer will assume about you based on your overall appearance. The last thing you want is the hiring manager thinking you’re unqualified for… Read more »
How to Reschedule an Interview (The Right Way)
You finally landed an interview! You may set 3 alarms for the morning, check the air pressure in your car tires, and leave 2 hours early, but a situation may still arise where you can’t make it to an interview. From car problems, like engine failure or a car accident, to waking up to a… Read more »
Dos and Don’ts: The “Greatest Weakness” Question
“What is your greatest weakness?” This may be the most dreaded and difficult question to answer during an interview. Even though it doesn’t seem like it, there is a tactful way to answer this without completely ruining your chances. Since no answer is perfect and everyone struggles with this question, it’s more about avoiding a… Read more »
How to Answer: “Tell Me About Yourself”
An interview is like starring in a performance. The focus is all on you. There is a critic evaluating your act. There is even a particular set of clothing to wear. You wouldn’t star in a performance without learning your part and rehearsing your lines, so why improvise a job interview? The most common interview… Read more »
5 Tips for Following Up After the Interview
Congratulations! You got the interview and it seemed to go well, so now what? Whether you think that interview went well or you feel a little uncertain, the next step is a follow up. Get Your Follow Up Info During the Interview First, you need to have their contact info in order to follow up,… Read more »
What To do Before the Interview
You’ve been chosen for an interview. You’ve jumped through all the hoops. You’ve made it to the final step. But now what? With such an intense process ahead of you, we’ve provided a list of tips to help you simplify the day of the interview. Before the interview, you should… Get some Sleep This is easier… Read more »
How to Answer a Question You Can’t Answer
There will always be a question that will stump you, no matter how much you prepare. Hiring managers do this on purpose because they want to stump you and see how you handle the situation. Not every day on the job will be an easy one, so they want to make sure you are prepared… Read more »