Going for an interview is exciting but at the same time, it is nerve racking to say the least. You want the job but you have to get through the interview first. Experts will advise on what to wear and what to do but passing the interview begins way before you step in to face...
With the number of candidates for each job opening running into great numbers, employers have a tough job judging the merits of the applicants. The final shortlist is generally called and sifted through using a variety of selection devices. On the campus, these might include a group discussion followed by a personal interview. All recruiters...
The one question that everyone dreads in a job interview is about your biggest weaknesses. Most of us throw up either a clichéd answer such as “I am a workaholic” or come up with something totally weird like “I always need something to eat while working.” Such misleading answers might have worked in Stone Age,...
When it comes to finding a great job, your online reputation matters more than you might think. In this digital age that has seen the rise of social media, employers can snoop on what you've been up to online, and if they see questionable pictures or comments that don't fit in with their corporate culture,...
Looking for work can be exhausting and frustrating since it rarely happens to land a job after 2 or 3 interviews. While there are some fields where potential employees are being hunted like no other, most people struggle with finding a job that’s up to their potential. Rejection can be tough to handle, especially when...
The interview is your audition so what you say in an interview immensely matters. The interview is the technique to gauge your ability to think on your feet, your emotional intelligence, your attitude and your creativity. It is tempting to say that there is no “right” or “wrong” thing to say in an interview as...
There can be various reasons by which you can be rejected in interviews. It may be the incompetency or lack of appropriate qualifications for the job. But if you possess all the knowledge and the skills required for the particular designation, you may be lacking somewhere else. You may be unwillingly committing some etiquette mistakes...
Often the best way of achieving career growth is to look for opportunities at a different company. This can be nerve-racking but essential for those who wish to climb the career ladder and become experts in their field. Interviews are always worrying as you are keen to make a good impression and probably very keen...
Are internships replacing the interview? Studies report that 68.9% of college seniors have completed at least one internship during their time at school, solidifying the increasing importance of internships. An internship can be an invaluable way to not only gain relevant experience, but to get your foot in the door or potentially get hired. The...
Leah is like a number of young, soon to be graduating college seniors. Graduation is a little over six months away (she's graduating in the winter semester) and you only have one more summer till you'll have to face the harsh realities of real world obligations. This is your last chance to land a summer...
