In today’s intense hiring world, many employers deploy pre-screening steps before inviting candidates for longer interviews. When a candidate’s cover letter and resume are appealing to the recruiter, they are usually asked to participate in a preliminary interview or phone …
As an interviewee, you’d probably be thrilled to never have to respond to the “What are your strengths and weaknesses” question ever again, but alas, it’s almost definitely here to stay. So rather than wing it when one of these …
As companies lean into a new normal of working from home and operating in a more virtual manner, job seekers are now preparing for video interviews instead of onsite visits. Rather than perfecting a firm handshake, candidates must pivot their …
It’s nearly impossible to get through a single conversation these days without broaching the subject of COVID-19. That’s natural; the pandemic has completely changed the way we live and work. It’s constantly on our newsfeeds and on our minds.
So, …
You're ready for a new challenge. You did your research, sent out applications, and eventually interviewed. When you finally heard back, you were told you were a great candidate, but your application just didn't stand out. Why?
One likely answer …
It’s that time of year again. Students are gearing up in hopes of finding a fulfilling internship or co-op position.
You’re eager to apply what you’ve learned in school to the real world. But landing an internship may seem like …
Congratulations, you did it! You landed an interview for your dream internship. Since you haven’t had a lot of experience in the workplace yet, an internship is an awesome opportunity to get “real world” work experience, figure out what you …
One of the most valuable traits employers are looking for right now can’t be found on a resume, at least not explicitly. It’s not something you can fake in an interview, or convince your prospective boss that you have without …
To continue to move along in the recruiting process and eventually get the job you want, you need to address the main concerns of hiring managers. So, what follows are what hiring managers are most concerned with regarding your candidacy—along …
Whether you need to convince a hiring manager you're the right candidate for the job or an investor to fund your startup, you need to know how to sell your ideas so decision makers understand and appreciate your point of …
