When preparing the wardrobe and look for an interview there are many aspects you need to consider, including how much, and what kind of makeup to wear. While you wish to look your best, it is essential to remember that your makeup should not distract the interviewer...
The wrong clothes can make or break your chances at a new job and a fashion mistake at a job interview not only creates a bad first impression, it could cost you the job. Some hiring managers say fashion and grooming mistakes can spoil a candidate's prospects almost...
Have you ever been baffled by a strange interview question such as "What is your favorite animal?"? The truth is these outlandish questions get asked at all types of companies and at times reveal just how you deal with stressful situations, the way you work and the...
Scenario: You just said yes to a Skype interview! Now what? Here are a few things to think of before your interview to help you prepare and have a successful video conferencing interview. BEFORE YOUR INTERVIEW Ensure that you have the program or APP downloaded...
The statistics regarding the number of job searchers using the internet is astronomical; over 2.2 million Canadians visited Monster in the past month. Why? Many employers are now using the internet as a tool to hire or weed out prospective candidates. To further...
"Tell me about yourself" - are you prepared to answer this question in an interview? It is a pretty popular question and you will likely be asked it sometime during your job search. Here are some hints to help you compose an answer. Are you prepared to...
Scene: You are answering a behavioural interview question and you feel yourself digging a hole – you can tell by the look on the interviewer’s face that your answer is not going over well…the problem is the more you say the deeper you dig. Sound familiar? WHAT can you...
Canadian statistics show it takes the average person 4-9 months to secure employment. So, how does one stay committed and motivated to their job search? Here are some quick pointers. 1. Einstein said; “The definition of insanity is doing something over and over,...
It seems once or twice a week I have this conversation with my clients - if they have a disability, should they disclose this to the potential employer? First and foremost it is against the law for an employer to ask if you have a disability; however, I have been in...
Do you think employers have a wish list of qualities that they look for in a perspective candidate? We may possess our own list when it comes to the ideal job, so why not an employer? The hiring process is not simply about matching your skills and experience with...
With a multi-generational work force and an emphasis on maintaining healthy, positive workplaces, organizations are aiming to hire right the first time rather than merely fill a gap. Recruitment, screening and interviewing are not only time consuming for an...
We all get nervous when called for an interview and clients are always asking me, “What if I bomb it?”. The anticipation can always cause big jitters and may lead to an interview failure. At times, acknowledging your anxieties is the first step to dealing with them...
Have you ever been stumped by an interview question? We have all faced typical questions that employers like to ask, such as “Tell me about yourself.”, “What are your weaknesses?”, and “What do you know about our company?". In these instances, we have done our...
You know it’s a good idea to write a thank-you note after an interview, but a lot of people fail to take this basic step. When done well, thank-you notes can help you stand out from a crowd of applicants. Several clients ask me for assistance when writing a thank you...
1. Slouching – at most interviews, you will be seated, likely at a table across from the interviewers. If you slouch in your chair, you will be seen as not interested and possibly lazy, slovenly, and entitled. Yikes. Sit up straight, just like your mother taught you...
How do you react under pressure? Whether you are put on the spot while selling a product, answering questions, making a presentation or even attending a meeting, speaking your thoughts in unexpected situations can be a skill that you might have to master. You are not...
Personal hygiene is a very difficult and uncomfortable issue for many employers and job coaches to deal with. However, it is an important issue. It may even be the most important aspect when meeting an employer for the first time and affects your future in the...