Sharing stories, anecdotes, and examples in your job interview will definitely give you the edge. But there is one more thing you can do to make your story even more powerful in your interviews. This technique can help you level up your storytelling so that you can...
Where do you see yourself in five years? You may wonder why this job interview question comes up, because you're talking about the job at hand--the here and now-- right? The Reason Behind "Where Do You See Yourself in Five Years?" Your interviewer wants to see...
"Can you walk me through your resume?" This is a common, early-stage job interview question that you need to know how to answer in a strong, succinct way.Why Employers Ask This Question So, why does an employer ask "Can you walk me through your resume?" You know...
"Why should we hire you?" This is a favorite final job interview question, and your chance to end the conversation on a strong and memorable note. Leave no doubt that you're the best person for the job! So, what's the point of this question? First, the interviewer...
"Why are you looking for a job right now?" "Why are you leaving your company?" "Why are you in the job market?" These questions are all in the same general category and they seem innocent enough, right? But be careful! The way you answer this question can reveal a lot...
Knowing how to prepare for your job interview can be overwhelming. While you can’t anticipate every possible question, there IS a simple formula you can follow for job interview success. Here’s how you can lay a firm foundation for answering many job interview...
(Part 1 of 2) As someone who works with well-established professionals and execs, I notice a big difference in the way a 50+ job seeker describes their concerns v. someone in their 30s or 40s. For example: “It’s been years since I’ve had to even look for a job—I know...
You can’t possibly predict every question or potentially awkward job interview moment. But you can be aware of some sticky situations and how to be quick on your feet if these things happen to you. Recently, I fielded some job seekers' questions about how to address...
One of those simple, early-in-the interview questions you’ll often hear is “Why are you in the job market?” Variations include, “Why are you looking for a new job?” or “Why do you want to leave your current position?” While this seems like a straightforward,...
"Tell me about yourself" is one of the first job interview questions you'll face. Sounds innocent enough, right? But what you say in that first minute of your meeting sets the tone and influences the interviewer’s first impression of you. (S)he is judging your ability...