Archive for the ‘Interviews’ Category

Why to Ask Questions During an Interview

Why to Ask Questions During an Interview
Preparing for an interview often entails getting yourself ready for possible questions the employer will likely ask you. However, it is critical to ask the interviewer questions of your own. One of the best strategies for connecting with and charming the hiring manager is to ask questions. It will also...
September 13th, 2011 | Feature, Interviews | Read More

How to Master the Behavior-Based Interview

How to Master the Behavior-Based Interview
One increasingly popular tool that employers are using to evaluate candidates is the behavior-based interview. A behavior-based interview uses questions designed to draw upon past experiences – times in your life when you found yourself in a situation or problem where you needed to take a set of actions...
June 21st, 2011 | Feature, Interviews | Read More

The Job-Search Waiting Game

The Job-Search Waiting Game
When you’re in the midst of your job search, there are all sorts of questions that come to mind that do not necessarily have answers. How long will it be before this company begins interviewing candidates? Are employers hiring now or waiting until January 1 to start someone in the position? These and...
March 22nd, 2011 | Feature, Interviews, Job Search | Read More

How to Research Potential Employers

How to Research Potential Employers
So, you’ve found a job opening and either plan to submit your résumé or already have. In either case, take a moment to think about how much you know about that company – beyond what they tell you in the job description. Company research is a crucial element at all stages of the job-search process....
January 4th, 2011 | Feature, Interviews | Read More

Interview Follow-Up Strategies

Interview Follow-Up Strategies
This video blog features tips directly from one of Vandover’s senior consultants! Jim Wojtak explains five important actions to take after a job interview. Strategies include specifics on: Determining an appropriate call-back date. Sending a post-interview thank you note. What to say and what...
September 9th, 2010 | Feature, Interviews, Video | Read More