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Sep 14, 2010 | Post by: Vikki Pachera Comments Off on More on Interview Questions

More on Interview Questions

As I mentioned in the last post, very few interview questions are ‘trick questions’.  It’s baffling then, to ask a candidate a straightforward question only to have them stumble with an answer. The key to successful interviewing is to lock yourself in a quiet room and think through the questions you’ll be

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Sep 13, 2010 | Post by: Vikki Pachera Comments Off on Interview Questions

Interview Questions

We had a client recently ask a candidate whether they had a family and kids.  It was meant as an icebreaker though the candidate came back with, “s/he can’t ask me that”.  Well, that’s not true, you can ask anything you want in an interview, but just like other conversations

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Sep 09, 2010 | Post by: Paula Lerzak Comments Off on Interviewing Tips

Interviewing Tips

Thoughts for the day on Interviewing: 1.       First impressions really do matter—-it’s simple:  look your best,  wear pressed, clean clothing.  Ladies—be sure you are comfortable ie; nothing pulling where it should not be! 2.       There are no ‘do-over’s’ in an interview—this is your turn to shine so use the time

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Sep 08, 2010 | Post by: Vikki Pachera Comments Off on Emily Post

Emily Post

~ this month we’re blogging tips on a new job search ~ Could it be true that 2/3 of American’s don’t know who Emily Post is?  Probably. You have to be on your absolute best behavior when you’re engaging in a job search. Want to stand out? Write a thank

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Sep 08, 2010 | Post by: Vikki Pachera Comments Off on Confusing Activity with Results

Confusing Activity with Results

~ all month we’re blogging tips to land a new job ~ Early on in my career, I had a great boss and mentor who would always say, “Don’t confuse activity for results”.  That has always been great advice and applicable to your resume and bio as well. Great resumes

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Sep 03, 2010 | Post by: Vikki Pachera Comments Off on Can You Hear Me Now?

Can You Hear Me Now?

~ All month we’re blogging tips on landing an new job.~ Everyone is busier than ever and the ‘phone interview’ has become an  increasingly common first step with a hiring manager. Phone screens are much more difficult than an in person interview.   Here’s some tips on how to nail it:

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Sep 02, 2010 | Post by: Vikki Pachera Comments Off on Where R U?

Where R U?

~ all month we’re blogging about how to find a new role~ Many great jobs are not publicly posted.  To be sure you’re getting pinged regularly for opportunities, you have to be identifiable.  Here’s some ideas: – A great, compelling Linkedin profile–a must! – Quotes in blogs & articles–everyone is

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Sep 01, 2010 | Post by: Vikki Pachera Comments Off on Don't Be Afraid to Say, "I Love You" First

Don't Be Afraid to Say, "I Love You" First

~~ All September, we’ll be posting tips for people looking or interviewing for new roles.  Here’s our first tip of the month:  ~~ If you are in the interview process, don’t be afraid to show your enthusiasm for a new role.  Excitement is contagious and everyone wants a new employee

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May 06, 2010 | Post by: Vikki Pachera Comments Off on Genesys Works

Genesys Works

Those of you who know me or follow our blog, know that I’m passionate about education and professional development.  Nothing is more depressing, as a recruiter, than to be asked for help by someone who’s not marketable in today’s global workforce. Years ago, I had the honor of working with

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Apr 28, 2010 | Post by: Vikki Pachera Comments Off on Spring Newsletter

Spring Newsletter

Spring Newsletter I always hated statistics.  Don’t get me wrong, I like the concept, but having been taught stats by someone using card game metaphors, which I didn’t get, left an impression. The devil is always in the detail of any given stat and the ones we find most interesting

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