Adaptability – an essential skill we are honing this year as we navigate the covid crisis. Change is inevitable and being able to adapt to change is essential in a company’s success. Here are a few interview questions employers may ask to determine your adaptability skills: How have you adapted to work-life balance during thisContinue reading “Adaptability Interview Questions”
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Research Your Targeted Companies
Research is an important part of a Strategic Job Search to learn more about companies you want to work for. It also helps you be prepared for an interview. What to research: Mission, vision, values, culture (are they aligned with yours?) Current events, trends, and industry news Products/Services/Clients Their needs Their competitors Key players –Continue reading “Research Your Targeted Companies”
Qualities Employers Look For In An Interview
Are you displaying these qualities in an interview? ⭐️ Confidence ⭐️ Enthusiasm ⭐️ Ability to influence ⭐️ Analytical skills⭐️ Problem-solving skills⭐️ Championing the company ⭐️ Likeability (I added this one) Judith Humphrey, of The Humphrey Group, shares data about these qualities that employers look for in an interview💡 2-minute read at this link: https://www.fastcompany.com/90523307/if-you-really-want-the-job-show-you-have-these-6-qualities
Wait to hit send…
Have you ever sent an email or text message to a colleague, or more importantly, a potential employer, and immediately wanted to retract it because of a grammatical error, typo, or you realized it may not be received in the manner you’d hoped? We are sometimes quick to respond to emails and text messages; notContinue reading “Wait to hit send…”
Know Your Strengths and Abilities
Have you ever asked “Do I really know myself?” Part of a strategic job search is to know your Strengths and Abilities and be confident articulating them in an interview. Write down your top 6 strengths and develop stories about them using the CAR method (Challenge / Action / Result); quantifying where you can. TheseContinue reading “Know Your Strengths and Abilities”
Interview Question #1
Often, the first job interview question is “Tell me about yourself”, but what if the first question is “Tell me what you know about our company.” If you haven’t done your research and you’re unable to answer this question, the interview could end quickly. Rather than waiting to do research before an interview, do itContinue reading “Interview Question #1”
Preparedness During an Uncertain Job Market
In times of uncertainty we always prepare. Our medical professionals have been preparing to care for people stricken with the virus. Our schools have prepared to move classes online so students can continue to learn. At home we’ve prepared by stocking up on food and essentials (although many still need TP!) and making adjustments whileContinue reading “Preparedness During an Uncertain Job Market”
Betsy Sheets | Career Coach 