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...
All of us possess a special or unique skill. It can be something that you excel at or a talent that you enjoy doing and you are amazing at it. Here is a question that can help you determine your value - why do people come to you when they require your assistance,...
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...
We all know that marketing is a major component of business – you use it to sell a product and highlight the benefits that it would provide the buyer. The same goes for job searching – you are the product/service and the employer is the purchaser! This should not be a...
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...
Why is this question asked? What information should you share? I’ve witnessed numerous answers to this – some really too much and some just about right. Remember…this is just an icebreaker. It is not the time to start sharing your whole work history in chronological...
You are dreading this question, really dreading it, but you know that interviewer who is an absolute stranger is going to ask it. Why did you leave your last job? Your answer to this question is an opportunity to put your best foot forward even when it has a bit of...
How do you feel at the end of an interview? What do you do at the end of an interview? Typically we thank the interviewers and bid a farewell, hoping they loved us and will give us a call and the job. We may ask some pertinent questions that demonstrates our...
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...