First impressions are made at the interview introduction. The first five minutes of your job interview often sets the stage for the whole interview process that will follow. If you can make an excellent first appearance, you’ll find the rest of your interview will go more smoothly, be more enjoyable, and you’ll be much more [...]

Have you ever walked out of an interview saying to yourself, “I should have mentioned __?” “Oh, I could have explained to them that___.” Rest assured, you are not alone. The art of completing a successful job interview lies in knowing yourself, your successes, and how you will work in a specific position, and the [...]

Whether you feel your job interview has gone well or didn’t get the job, you must leave the interview on a positive note. Remember that many people leave an interview feeling like they’ve blown it, only to receive a phone call a few days later offering them the job. You can never be sure what [...]

Waiting for that all-important phone call can be agonizing after your job interview is over and you’ve sent a personalized “thank you” letter. If the hiring panel gave you a date and passed when you would hear from them regarding their decision, it is perfectly reasonable to call the company. If they didn’t specify when [...]

Are you wondering what to bring to a job interview? Aside from copies of your resume, there are essential items you’ll want to take to the meeting. Being Prepared and Organized Arriving at the interview fully prepared and organized is crucial for making a positive impression. Having all the necessary items readily accessible shows professionalism [...]

Throughout my extensive experience as an interview coach, I’ve encountered numerous job seekers who struggle with effectively articulating their skills and highlighting their relevant accomplishments during interviews. Indeed, this can be one of the most daunting aspects of the job search process. Mastering the art of conveying accomplishments requires clarity, confidence, and strategic preparation. As [...]

Interview preparation is critical to making an excellent first impression with your potential new supervisor. Read the interview tips below to help you walk into the meeting room with confidence and ready to communicate the value you can bring to the organization. Know yourself and what you can offer. The initial step in getting ready [...]

What you wear to an interview can be as important as what you say. Like it or not, we are a very visual society, and first impressions are made mostly based on our appearance. What you wear says a lot about who you are, what kind of employee you will be, and how well you [...]

A panel interview or committee interview is just what it sounds like— multiple individuals interview the candidate in a group. Companies commonly use this technique. Talking in front of an interview panel makes it easier for the decision-makers to reach a consensus on which candidate they would like to offer a job. For this reason, [...]