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Sell me this pen. Possibly the best sales one-liner in history. Haven’t heard it before? In the last ten years, I have seen more sales leaders use this question as part of their interview process to whittle out the can-dos from the can-nots. Why is the Pen Question Important in an Interview? The “Sell me…
Employers are clamoring to find people with the right skills and experience for their companies. But that doesn’t mean that getting your first job in engineering will be easy. Companies aren’t willing to take on just anybody. They want to find the best people possible to fill much-needed roles and proving that you’re the right…
Do you remember the first time you’ve had your job interview? Nerve-wracking. Even though you’ve been fairly achieving in the other things you do in your life, there’s a certain indescribable feeling when it comes interviews. Some stutter and some pass it with flying colours. For people who get sweaty palms just thinking about job…
As a job seeker, it’s important to prove that you can make an impact in your roles. Employers want to hire staff who make a difference and contribute to their success. So when writing your CV you shouldn’t just list your responsibilities within your roles; you should link them to results you have achieved also.…
Every several days or so, I get a short email or LinkedIn message from someone I am typically connected to on LinkedIn saying something along the lines of: “I’m looking for [this type of role]. Do you have anything for me?” and a CV/resume is attached. I wouldn’t mind so much if the person knew…
I often get asked what to do regarding networking when you’re working and you’re not looking for a job? A lot of people neglect their network when they start a new job and then it becomes harder to reach out to people you might not have spoken to in a while. I am not a…
You have finally landed a job offer letter after having interviews with numerous companies. Everything feels great and you are ecstatic. Why would you not be? After all, the tiresome process of applying for jobs and running around for interviews is behind you. Congratulations! This calls for a celebration! Given how difficult landing a decent job…
Being able to effectively communicate with others is one of the most important skills you will ever learn. Not only is it beneficial for social interactions in your personal life, but it’s also a skill that your professional life requires. Employers from all industries will be looking for employees with strong communication skills. They will…
It’s rather exciting to start a new job. It’s a chance to start over and have a new beginning. In order to get the best out of your experience and stay motivated, you need to be sure that you are making the right choice. You can never tell a lot about a company just from…
Getting into a new job is always an exciting time. It gives you so much to think about, and you have to start fitting in with new people. The last thing on most people’s minds is boring administration. But, you have to be aware of certain things. And, employers will often try and get away…