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If the interviewer knows what they are doing, you will be asked if you have any questions about the job. Be prepared! Asking good questions shows that you are interested and prepared. The answers to those questions should also help you decide whether or not you want to work for the employer. Employers usually have…
One question that many job seekers seldom prepare for during an interview is answering the question, “Why do you want to leave your current job?” This question can make the most seasoned interviewee squirm a little because of the first word; why. A question starting with “why” immediately places you on the defensive. If there…
The question of, “Why do you want to work here?” is not limited to job interview question. You’ll find it knocking on your door in networking, informational interviewing, and even at job fairs. When you are asked this innocent-sounding question, you need to have a strong answer. Your answer should demonstrate your knowledge of the…
The question of, “Why should we hire you?” can take a variety of forms such as, “Why do you think you will be successful in this position?” This is a critical question because it will show your success, self-confidence, and preparation. Like “Why do you want to work here?” and “Tell me about yourself,” this…
This Job Interview Question may come disguised as, “What should I know about you?” or they might say, “What would you like me to know about you.” Like the “Why should we hire you?“ question, this is an opportunity to market yourself, presenting yourself as the solution (right candidate) for their problem (a job to…
“What’s your greatest strength?” is an often-used job interview question and is frequently paired with the greatest-weakness question. This question is also an invitation to explain why you are the best-qualified candidate for this job. Don’t simply pick any random strength you’ve been told you have (a great cook, good with kids, able to leap…
“What’s your greatest weakness?” is the question that no one ever quite knows how to prepare to answer. This single question has the power to determine in one swift blow whether you are a potential asset or a liability to a prospective employer. Luckily, there is a solution – prepare in advance for this dreaded…
A common question that will be asked in a job interview is “Why do you want this job?” Consider this as your opportunity to position yourself and gain a competitive advantage over other candidates. Walk in well-prepared to give a solid answer. A good answer requires some forethought and preparation that will make it easier…
In the current economic realities, we all now know people with work gaps. People by the 1000’s have been laid off and are still searching for jobs after 1 or 2 years. It’s an issue, but it doesn’t have the hiring stigma it once did. Now try to imagine not working for the past 10…
We have all heard that old saying, “It’s not what you know, but who you know,” and in many things in this life that saying does turn out to be true. When it comes to the job search, how many times have you gained an “in” with a company because you are good friends with…