Small Talk Your Way into Your Next Supply Chain Role

You might dismiss small talk as a minor part of the application process, but a lack of small talk could be a deal-breaker when you are at a job interview and the hiring manager isn’t totally convinced you’re right for the gig, or they have you up against someone with similar qualifications who also happens…

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The Right Attitude Helps Your Relationship With a Hiring Manager

Applying for a job can be a time-consuming and stressful ordeal. Some people invest a lot of energy attempting to craft the perfect cover letter and memorize answers for every possible interview question. A more targeted approach is to take a step back and think about developing a great relationship with the hiring manager. By…

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Will You Like Your Boss? How You Can Tell in the Interview!

Going into a job interview, you’re probably most concerned about making a good impression on your potential future boss. However, the interview is also a chance for you to size up the person on the other side of the equation and determine if she or he will be a dream to work for, or a…

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Why You Must Update Your References on Your Job Search

Professional references are like gold: Their value never decreases and they’re worth even more in a crisis. Because of their high value, you need to treat your references with more than just respect. You need to let them know how much you appreciate their assistance. This includes keeping them in the loop during your search…

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“Why Should I Hire You?” Here’s What You Should Say

Right next to “What is your biggest weakness?”, the question “Why should I hire you?” is probably the most common question hiring personnel like to ask in an interview. Because you can see it coming, this question offers you a real opportunity to take advantage of. The best responses to this question showcase confidence, personal…

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How You Can Give a Great Video Interview to Land the Job

As a cheap, faster and more convenient alternative, video interviews are becoming increasingly popular with hiring managers. Not quite a phone interview, and also not a face-to-face interview, the video interview is a beast all its own and job seekers need to develop a distinct mentality when going into a video interview. A 2013 investigation…

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Why You Need to Be Interesting to Ace that Job Interview

You might be highly accomplished and confident, but when it comes to talking up yourself in an interview, you just feel reluctant. Many people have this problem: How do I make myself sound interesting in a natural way, without coming across as arrogant? Success is interesting! You may not realize this, but not talking about…

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Are You Challenging Job Candidates with Adversity in an Interview?

No matter how hard you try to get to know a job candidate during an interview, the entire situation is stilted, formal and full of premeditated questions and responses. In order to get the information you need from a candidate, you may have to challenge them with some adversity to see how they react. The…

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Help Your Chances by Following Up Properly After the Job Interview

You’ve impressed a hiring manger with both your resume and interview performance, but now you’re waiting for them to let you know if you got the job, are still in the running or the job has gone to someone else. How and when should you reach out? Have they been too busy to move the…

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Questions to Never Ask on a Job Interview

Sure, your professional experience expressed on your resume and cover letter helped get you that interview, but now it is time to shine and earn a job offer. Job interview performance isn’t only about your responses to questions; what you ask of the interviewer is also important. It is a great chance to show off…

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