Interview faux pas: 10 mistakes you didn't know you were making
Want to ace your next job interview? Here are 10 common mistakes to avoid, according to career expert Alan Stein.
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A match made in culture: finding the right fit during a job interview
PSA: Company culture is not defined by pizza parties and foosball—it lies in how the organization treats employees, and it’s crucial for candidates.
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Be ready for anything: how to handle unexpected interview questions
No one likes being caught off guard, but there are ways to avoid long silences and drawing blanks.
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Winning at job interviews: expert tips for making a great impression
Making a good first impression could help you land the job of your dreams. But get it wrong and you could be out of the running completely ...
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Great expectations: ace the interview question on what you want in a manager
Honesty is key when answering this question to save you from toxic managers and mismatched relationships.
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Easing the exit: a guide to articulating your career change in an interview
While you may be tempted to rant about a toxic workplace, letting a recruiter know why you're leaving your current role should be handled with care.
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Mastering the art of asking questions: the key to acing your next job interview
Show your curiosity and motivation by asking the right questions in an interview—and learn which ones to avoid.
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From bossed to boss: how to land your first management role
You don't need managerial experience to become a manager, you need transferable skills and motivation.
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Make them laugh and land the job: mastering the art of humor in an interview
You might not use the same jokes on a recruiter as you would on your friends, but expressing humor in an interview could work to your advantage.
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Soft skills: how to showcase curiosity during a job interview
Curiosity may have killed the cat, but it could save the job hunter ... Find out how to learn and demonstrate this soft skill in your next interview,
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People-pleasing in an interview: how a minion mentality can derail your career
"Yep, sure, no problem, I can do that!" People pleasers, beware. Overselling yourself to the recruiter could come back to bite you...
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How to talk about your weaknesses in a job interview
One of the most dreaded questions in an interview is, "What's your greatest weakness?"—but it doesn't have to be so scary.
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Interviewing with a friend: the pros, the cons, and how to handle it
Thanksgiving is the perfect time for catching up with loved ones, eating great food, and ... networking?
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The secret art of selling yourself in an interview
Beyond convincing the recruiter your skills and experiences are relevant, you need to be able to sell YOU. A personal branding expert shares his tips.
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How to show soft skills in an interview without faking who you are
Job interviews are like a stage where you let your skills and experience shine. But how can you demonstrate the soft skills you truly possess?
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The money movement: how women of color can ask for more in job interviews
From racial stereotypes to societal taboos, there are a variety of factors that make it harder for women of color to ask for the money they deserve.
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Truth and dare: why you should talk about your side hustle in an interview
Side hustles are all the rage, and with 40% of Americans working one, now's the time to talk about it in your next job interview.
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Soft skills: how to showcase EQ in an interview
While you may be ready to list the tools you master and why you want to work for this company, have you considered how to show off your soft skills?
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It's a match: how to answer culture fit questions in an interview
The key to passing the culture fit interview doesn't lie in generic responses but—spoiler alert—in honest, well-prepared answers.
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Should you talk about burnout in a job interview?
October 10th marks World Mental Health Day, raising awareness and encouraging support for mental health issues—including burnout.
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The layoff taboo: how to talk about it in an interview
Whether you were let go as part of a mass layoff or your performance just wasn't up to scratch, you'll probably have to talk about it at some point.
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The rhythm of the interview: expert tips for speaking on the big day
Whether you ramble at 2x speed or add "um" after every sentence, learning to manage your tempo in an interview could be the key to confident speaking.
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