http://EmploymentDigest.net/2007/03/prepare-breathe-nail-the-interview/ News, Tips and Hints for those in Career Transistion Wed, 08 Feb 2012 06:39:59 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.1 http://EmploymentDigest.net/2007/03/prepare-breathe-nail-the-interview/comment-page-1/#comment-4660 Teodora Hristova Thu, 22 Mar 2007 12:17:48 +0000 http://www.employmentdigest.net/2007/03/prepare-breathe-nail-the-interview/#comment-4660 An interview is a two-way street. It is always tricky, especially at the end of a job interview, when the interviewer has asked all pre-determined questions and now turns to you and says "Is there anything you'd like to ask me?" The employers should always provide such an opportunity for a change of roles. That is why, always plan of some specific questions to ask. Having nothing prepared sends the message that you don’t have an independent thought process. There is no greater turn-off than a candidate who says "No. I think you've answered all my questions." This shows a lack of curiosity and employers are not looking for uncurious people. An interview is a two-way street. It is always tricky, especially at the end of a job interview, when the interviewer has asked all pre-determined questions and now turns to you and says “Is there anything you’d like to ask me?” The employers should always provide such an opportunity for a change of roles. That is why, always plan of some specific questions to ask. Having nothing prepared sends the message that you don’t have an independent thought process. There is no greater turn-off than a candidate who says “No. I think you’ve answered all my questions.” This shows a lack of curiosity and employers are not looking for uncurious people.

]]> http://EmploymentDigest.net/2007/03/prepare-breathe-nail-the-interview/comment-page-1/#comment-32499 Teodora Hristova Thu, 22 Mar 2007 12:17:00 +0000 http://www.employmentdigest.net/2007/03/prepare-breathe-nail-the-interview/#comment-32499 An interview is a two-way street. It is always tricky, especially at the end of a job interview, when the interviewer has asked all pre-determined questions and now turns to you and says "Is there anything you'd like to ask me?" The employers should always provide such an opportunity for a change of roles. That is why, always plan of some specific questions to ask. Having nothing prepared sends the message that you don’t have an independent thought process. There is no greater turn-off than a candidate who says "No. I think you've answered all my questions." This shows a lack of curiosity and employers are not looking for uncurious people. An interview is a two-way street. It is always tricky, especially at the end of a job interview, when the interviewer has asked all pre-determined questions and now turns to you and says “Is there anything you’d like to ask me?” The employers should always provide such an opportunity for a change of roles. That is why, always plan of some specific questions to ask. Having nothing prepared sends the message that you don’t have an independent thought process. There is no greater turn-off than a candidate who says “No. I think you’ve answered all my questions.” This shows a lack of curiosity and employers are not looking for uncurious people.

]]> http://EmploymentDigest.net/2007/03/prepare-breathe-nail-the-interview/comment-page-1/#comment-4526 Making sure the interview goes your way, before you even walk in the door. - The itzBig Blog - Serving the Unserved – Recruiters, Job Seekers, Quiet Working Professionals Wed, 21 Mar 2007 20:28:56 +0000 http://www.employmentdigest.net/2007/03/prepare-breathe-nail-the-interview/#comment-4526 [...] Having a successful interview depends a lot on what you’ve done before the interview. As Bill Vick recommends on his blog, Employment Digest, “Do your homework.” His recommendation is primarily aimed at calming job-seekers’ nerves, but the advice is great for even the most confident interviewees. That homework should consist of “Visiting the company’s Web site, looking at its stock or calling the company and asking questions” (according to Vick). Knowing as much as you can about the company can help you perform well during the interview and, of course, can help you make a decision once an offer is made. [...] [...] Having a successful interview depends a lot on what you’ve done before the interview. As Bill Vick recommends on his blog, Employment Digest, “Do your homework.” His recommendation is primarily aimed at calming job-seekers’ nerves, but the advice is great for even the most confident interviewees. That homework should consist of “Visiting the company’s Web site, looking at its stock or calling the company and asking questions” (according to Vick). Knowing as much as you can about the company can help you perform well during the interview and, of course, can help you make a decision once an offer is made. [...]

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