Brian Krueger offers a candid and strong suggestion on the tough: ‘tell me about your greatest weakness’ question, or, a similar version I have used, ‘tell me about one weakness, everybody has some, that you have.’ I have always thought that answering this with what could be interpreted as a strength, for instance, ‘I work [...]
695 Opinions about the BIG $$$ Question . . .
November 25, 2010 By Leave a Comment
What do YOU do with the salary question? In today’s job market, it’s huge. Well I found a LinkedIn group discussion with nearly 700 comments. The person who posed the question does an excellent job of articulating the issues, and firing back further questions. I think this discussion addresses the issue in such detail that [...]
Lessons from a Recent College Grad
July 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment
My youngest child graduates . . .
My first panel interview…not a slam dunk! (Part 2)
April 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Here’s how I did.
So I’m sitting in this huge room interviewing with the Cleveland Cavaliers . . . I couldn’t tell you specifically what they asked. Why?
How to check out company culture, and why . . .
March 31, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Here are some practical ways to help you uncover a company’s culture:
How to Find a Job in City A while Living in City B: Part I – Making Connections
February 12, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Finding a job is difficult, let alone finding a job in another city across the country. But I’ve done it. Twice.
Tell Me about Yourself – the Two Minute Drill
February 11, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Why are you on the market…be ready to explain.
February 10, 2010 By Leave a Comment
There are many reasons why people are on the market. Even in this economy with double digit unemployment, layoffs do not cover everyone’s story. It is critical that you take the time to prepare your answer when a prospective employer asks, “…So tell me, why are you available?” You would be surprised how often candidates stumble when asked the “obvious” question.
So you have been laid off…now what?
January 3, 2010 By Leave a Comment
So you have been laid off……….now what? We’ve all seen the list….the biggest stresses we can experience in life….loss of a loved one, serious illness….job loss. The emotional impact of losing a job can be huge. Whether you are just starting your career with your first employer, or you are an experienced professional, you can [...]
