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The 3 Questions Recruiters Expect You to Answer During a Phone Interview

The 3 Questions Recruiters Expect You to Answer During a Phone Interview Even though the phone interview should be the least nerve-wracking part of the interview process, I do know quite a few folks who find it to be one of the toughest parts. And even though I’ve conducted my share of them as both a candidate and a… Read More The 3 Questions Recruiters Expect You to Answer During a Phone Interview

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12 Things You Absolutely Won’t Regret Doing at Work Today

12 Things You Absolutely Won’t Regret Doing at Work Today Have you ever had one of those days when absolutely everything went wrong? When it felt like the universe was not only against you—but actually laughing in the face of your misfortune? Sigh. We all have, and those workdays can be paralyzing. You’re afraid to check your inbox, complete… Read More 12 Things You Absolutely Won’t Regret Doing at Work Today

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Why Your Handshake Matters (and How to Get it Right)

A Fortune 500 CEO once said that when he had to choose between two candidates with similar qualifications, he gave the position to the candidate with the better handshake. Extreme? Perhaps, but he’s actually not alone in his judgment. While analyzing interactions in job interviews, management experts at the University of Iowa declared handshakes “more… Read More Why Your Handshake Matters (and How to Get it Right)

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What to Do When You Feel Fake at Work (Because You’re Just Not That Into it Anymore)

What to Do When You Feel Fake at Work   Have you ever felt like you’re being fake at work? Keeping your head low, hiding out in the bathroom, wearing a fake smile? It’s exhausting! But more importantly, it’s a sign that you need a change. However, before we get to that, let’s take a closer… Read More What to Do When You Feel Fake at Work (Because You’re Just Not That Into it Anymore)

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4 Better Ways to Answer “Why Do You Want to Work at This Company?”

4 Better Ways to Answer “Why Do You Want to Work at This Company?”   When you’re preparing for an interview, there are a few questions that you absolutely must know how to answer—not just because they’re common, but because they’ll help you figure out the big picture points you want to leave with the… Read More 4 Better Ways to Answer “Why Do You Want to Work at This Company?”

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4 Steps for Answering “Tell Me About a Time You Failed”

4 Steps for Answering “Tell Me About a Time You Failed” While not the most common job interview question, the failure question—should you get it—is rather perplexing. How do you answer this honestly while also not scaring away your potential future employer by bringing up that time lost your company a lot of money? It’s a tricky situation… Read More 4 Steps for Answering “Tell Me About a Time You Failed”