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#JobSearch : I Was The Perfect Fit! Why Wasn’t I Hired? (Reasons Why)

How many times have you felt you were PERFECT for that role, but still didn’t get it? You went over the interview in your mind a hundred times, noted how easily the conversation flowed, how they interviewer would nod enthusiastically when you described a certain experience or skill. They seemed excited when they said they would get back to you soon.

Then you got the email that you weren’t chosen. Safe to say, I think we’ve all been there.

I’m a firm believer in if you didn’t get the job, something better will come along. Through the years, some of our clients have come back to us to tell us about interviews they nailed and were sure they got the job. But didn’t.

However, there are various reasons companies may choose a different route:

They decided to hire internally. As unfair as it sounds, they may have already had a front runner in mind but posted it anyway to see if there is someone better.  Some companies HAVE to post externally due to contract constraints or affirmative action plans. Federal contractors or government agencies may have to post externally as well.

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You were overqualified.  Perhaps they think you won’t do tasks you deem “beneath you”. While it’s unfair for them to assume what you will or won’t do, it is a common concern. They may also fear that you will be bored at the job—especially if you’ve been on an impressive career track. Or, that after a while, you will leave and they’ll be back to square one.

You were underqualified. Thinking you’d be great in a role and actually having the experience to master the role are two different things. Read the job description thoroughly and make sure you have the experience to apply for the role.

They already had another candidate in mind. It’s possible they already found their choice but they had to have a certain amount of candidates to interview to fill their candidate roster. It might be a company policy that X number of people need to be interviewed before a choice can be made.

Your online presence wasn’t professional or up-to-date. Hiring managers check your social media profiles to learn more about you. Turn on your privacy settings if you have personal pictures or information on there. Also, if you haven’t updated your LinkedIn profile in a while (or years!), now is the time to do it. Lack of LI presence can hurt you as well. Get it up to date.

You shared too much. I’ve talked with recruiters who said the candidate told them their life story—the good, bad, and ugly—and in the process turned off the recruiter. Keep the conversation on the company, their pain points, how you can help them, and that’s it. Don’t talk about your jerk boss, your sick parent, or a personal health problem. They really don’t want to or need to hear it. Keep it professional.

You didn’t know enough about the company. Be very prepared when you go to the interview. Research the company, its mission, what they do, what they sell, or what they are about. Research the role, figure out their pain points. Have questions ready to interview the interviewer, questions like, “What should I know about the role I am seeking? Do you have any other insight?” Be both knowledgeable and inquisitive.

Whatever the answer, you may never know. You might have done everything right and still did not get the job. It might have been narrowed down to you and someone else, but they went with the other person because they had more strategy experience.

Either way, you gave it you’re all.

About two months ago, an operations exec said to me, “You know, after three rounds of interviews, they finally told me I wasn’t chosen. So, I reached out to a few old colleagues that resulted in a round of interviews with a company I was never interested in and an industry I wasn’t very familiar with. But they liked me and saw what my vision was for their company–and hired me. It has been the best job I’ve ever had.”

FSC Career Blog Author:  Ms. Erin Kennedy, MCD, CMRW, CPRW, CERW, CEMC, is a Certified Professional Resume Writer/Career Consultant, and the President of Professional Resume Services, named one of Forbes “Top 100 Career Websites”. Considered an influencer, she is consistently listed as a “Top Career Expert to Follow” on Twitter and LinkedIn.

 

FSC Career Blog |  March 30, 2020

#JobSearch : 5 Ways to Prepare for a Video Interview. Great Two(2) Min Read!

With “social distancing“, face-to-face interviews are on the decline. However, companies still have job openings to fill. Just look at a job board and you will see thousands of positions available.

Even if you aren’t part of a video interview during this global crisis, chances are you will be sometime in the future. The good news is preparing for a video interview is similar to preparing for a traditional interview.

However, here are some aspects you don’t want to overlook.

Invest in the Proper Technology and Applications

Ask the potential employer which application they use for video interviews so you can download it and explore it ahead of time. Applications like Skype and Zoom are the most popular since they are easy to use. You also want to make sure your computer is fast enough to handle a video interview so there are no delays or lag times.

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Test the App Prior to the Interview

Testing the application involves making sure your camera works correctly, ensuring you can connect to the application and determining whether there are any transmission issues. You don’t want to be struggling with navigating through the app during the interview, so testing well in advance will make the process seamless. 

Practice With a Family Member

You may have shared your executive profile with a family member or friend to proofread, and now you can use them again to practice for a video interview. The things you should be looking for are camera angles, lighting and whether or not there is lag time when communicating. Even a one-second lag time can make it seem like you are interrupting the interviewer, so you don’t want that to be an issue. 

Look Presentable

Your LinkedIn profile should have a professional headshot, and you need to match the professionalism in your video interview as well. Just because you are interviewing from your home doesn’t mean you should dress casually. It’s tempting to wear shorts and only put on a nice shirt since the interviewers will only see your upper body. However, if you have to get up for any reason, the embarrassment of not having on dress pants could be devastating. 

Eliminate Distractions

Finally, look around the room and eliminate any distractions you may have. Is there a clock that makes a sound at the top of each hour? What about any clutter in the background? All of these may seem normal to you since you live with them but can create huge distractions during a video interview. Take the advice from the best professional resume writers and make the room you’re interviewing in look like a professional environment as much as possible.

Just because you are sitting in the comfort of your own home, don’t let your guard down. You need to prepare as though you were traveling to an in-person interview. Make sure your technology is working and that your personal appearance is professional. You want them to remember you for the right reasons.

FSC Blog Author: Ms. Erin Kennedy, MCD, CMRW, CPRW, CERW, CEMC, is a Certified Professional Resume Writer/Career Consultant, and the President of Professional Resume Services, named one of Forbes “Top 100 Career Websites”. Considered an influencer, she is consistently listed as a “Top Career Expert to Follow” on Twitter and LinkedIn.

 

FSC Career Blog | March 24, 2020

Job Search: 3 Things to Keep You Busy While You Wait for your Executive Job Interview Call. Great Two(2) Min Read!

Job searches can be stressful, time-consuming and frustrating, but they don’t have to be. It’s natural to think you’ll get a call for an interview right away when you send in your resume to a company. But even if you worked with the top-rated resume writing services, there’s still a chance you won’t get the call as quickly as you had hoped.

Instead of dwelling on it and thinking about where you may have gone wrong, use the downtime to your advantage. You never know what may happen, but keep yourself busy by doing these things. 

See if Other Companies Match Your Interests

Every executive resume service will tell you to not put all of your eggs into one basket. While you should spend a significant amount of time researching a company before sending in your targeted resume, don’t stop there. Move on to the next company to see if your personality fits with their culture and if you have the skills they are looking for. Most people have a specific list of companies in mind that they want to work for, but may discover other opportunities in the meantime they didn’t expect.

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Make A New LinkedIn Connection

You can also use your downtime to update your LinkedIn profile and come up with strategic ways to utilize the platform. Take some time to find executives from other companies of interest and reach out to them. There’s never any harm in introducing yourself and making a new connection. Just don’t go overboard by building your list of connections so large and not knowing half of them. Making connections through your LinkedIn profile can lead to various opportunities later on. 

Thank Your Past and Current Mentors

Waiting for a job interview call is a good time to reflect on where you’ve been and look forward to where you want to be. An executive resume service may suggest reaching out to your past and current mentors to simply thank them for how they’ve helped shape your career. They will appreciate the gratitude more than you think, and you never know if they’ll be able to provide you with one last nugget to help you move forward.

The best thing you can do is have a plan, and it’s not sitting around staring at the phone willing it to ring. Set yourself up for success by researching companies, continuing to make connections through LinkedIn and your network, and reaching out to those who have helped you along your career path. Taking these steps will be more effective and keep you focused on your future.

 

FSC Career Blog Author: Erin Kennedy, MCD, CMRW, CPRW, CERW, CEMC, is a Certified Professional Resume Writer/Career Consultant, and the President of Professional Resume Services, named one of Forbes “Top 100 Career Websites”. Considered an influencer, she is consistently listed as a “Top Career Expert to Follow” on Twitter and LinkedIn.

 

FSC Career Blog |  March 16, 2020

7 Mistakes that can Derail a Promising Job Interview.

Applying for your next big career opportunity requires a lot of work. You need to reach out to your network, arrange informational meetings, talk to recruiters, submit résumés, prepare talking points, and ace the preliminary interview.

Beware of the following seven things that can derail your interview at this all-too-critical stage of the game:

1. NOT LOOKING THE PART

Your appearance makes a huge difference—that is the conclusion of a recent study by JDP, a consumer reporting agency specializing in background screening. The majority of respondents said they worry that some aspect of their dress will cost them the job.

Here’s my advice: Research the way people dress in that company, and dress a cut above that. A job interview is a formal event, so dress as you would if you were making a client presentation in that firm, or having a meeting with senior management. In many instances that means wearing a suit or jacket, and making sure your top and bottom coordinate.

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2. GOING OFF MESSAGE

Straying from your message in a job interview can be dangerous if it makes you sound unfocused. Make sure to bring every answer back to why you are a highly desirable candidate.

If asked about your former boss, for example, show how he mentored you in ways that make you ready for this new assignment. If you’re asked about a time when you failed at something, tie that back to lessons learned that will help you in your new role. If you are asked about volunteer work you’ve done, show how it reflects the values you bring to the company. Reinforcing the same message over and over again may feel repetitive to you, but it will make you sound focused to the interviewer.

3. GETTING INTO YOUR PERSONAL LIFE

You’ll come to the interview prepped with key messages, but if the discussion moves into personal topics, gracefully shift back to your core arguments.

Some interviewers will quiz you about your personal life. According to the JDP study, more than half of job candidates (59%) are asked about their personal life, and 37% of women are queried about their plans for children, despite the fact that this is illegal. Interview questions about parental or marital status—as well as race, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability—are not permissible under Federal Equal Employment Opportunity laws.

That doesn’t always stop interviewers from asking. When I was 37, I interviewed for a speech writing job. The CEO for whom I’d be writing said out of the blue, “Well, at your age thankfully you won’t be having any more children.” I remained silent, passed up the job, and had a child at age 44.

Besides being inappropriate, these personal questions can derail you from your professional pitch. You can get caught up in “well, I’m not sure,” or “my partner and I are just starting out, we don’t know if we want children,” and before you know it, you’re sharing more than you like. If you feel any topic raised is out of line, return to the points that will help you get the job.

4. BECOMING RATTLED BY A QUESTION

Questions can fly at you from all directions, and it’s important that you not get rattled. Take time to answer each question, and prepare as fully as you can.

For example, suppose you’re asked about a recent project you led, and you freeze, unable to think of an answer. Don’t start babbling, which is what we often do when we’re nervous. Instead, pause, think it through, and provide a thoughtful answer. You’ll look more confident because you’re not afraid to take a moment to collect yourself.

More broadly, prepare answers to as many questions as possible. By spending time in advance thinking through the tough questions, you’ll ace them when they come to you.

5. GETTING TOO CHUMMY

If you’re lucky enough to bond with the interviewer, be wary of becoming too familiar with that person.

Let’s say she compliments you on your shoes or your shirt, and suddenly you feel the two of you are friends. This might lead to your tone becoming less grounded and your words becoming less polished and more akin to the language you use in everyday chats with friends.

You might even disclose things that are better left unsaid, such as, “You know, this interview process has been awfully long, and I’m glad we’re at the end of it.” While it’s good to develop a friendly rapport, stay on a professional footing. 

6. LOSING YOUR CONFIDENCE

In the interview, there may be moments that surprise you or unnerve you, but that’s when it’s most important to remain confident.

The interviewer may disclose, for example, that there are nine other candidates being interviewed, when you thought you had been short-listed. Avoid dropping your eyes, showing disappointment in your face, or slouching in a body position that shows you’re disheartened.

Instead, sit tall, make direct eye contact, keep your arms open, and keep a receptive expression on your face.

7. NOT CLOSING

As the interview winds down, reaffirm your interest in the position and ask about next steps. Many candidates walk away from a job interview feeling confused about how they did, and what the future holds for them.

In affirming your interest in the position, you might say, “I was excited about this opportunity when I came in today, and I am even more excited now.”

Asking what the next steps are further reinforces your commitment. It also can elicit from the interviewer some sense of where you stand. If your future boss says, “I have enjoyed our discussion, and we’ll get back to you within a week,” that’s cause for believing it’s full steam ahead for you.

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Judith Humphrey is founder of The Humphrey Group, a premier leadership communications firm headquartered in Toronto. She also recently established EQUOS Corp., a company focused on delivering emotional intelligence training to the fitness, medical, and business sectors

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9 Important Things to Discuss With HR Before Accepting a New Job.

At one time, many people had the mindset that jobs were hard to come by, so they should take whatever was offered to them with no questions asked.

Today, people are becoming choosier about their career paths, and they know that they are deserving of more than the bare minimum. In our job seeker-driven labor market, people aren’t content to take anything that is being offered, and they know that they need to ask certain questions to make sure that they are going to be treated like a valued employee and not just a number. 

If you are offered a new position, here are nine important things that you need to talk with HR about before you accept the offer.

1. Ask About Benefits 

It is important to know what is included in the benefits package. If the benefits are not appealing, this may not be the right company for you to work at. Find out about provider options, how much you have to pay into the health plan yourself, what is covered (including prescriptions and specialty services), if dental and vision care is covered, etc. These days, with the high cost of health care, it is important to know that you have excellent health care coverage through your employer.

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2. Ask if the Salary Is Negotiable

Depending on the employer, and the job being offered, the salary may or may not be set in stone. Most employers aren’t going to come right out and tell you that salaries are negotiable because they want to pay as little as possible. This is information you are going to need to dig for, so you are just going to have to come right out and ask. You will never know unless you do, after all. Besides, you may be pleasantly surprised by the answer. In many cases, if the candidate has enough to offer an employer, the employer is going to be more than willing to negotiate the salary a little bit.

3. Ask About Other Perks

These days, it is not always enough for companies to offer competitive wages and benefits packages. The more perks a company offers, the more attractive the job offer is going to be. So, you need to find out what other perks might be available to you should you decide to accept the position being offered. Perks can be anything from flexible shifts and working hours to office parties to paid time off and more. Some of the best perks to ask about are advancement training and promotion opportunities.

4. Ask about Vacation Time

Now may not seem like the most appropriate time to ask about vacations, but it is as good a time as any. Plus, you need to know before you take the job if you are going to actually be able to take vacations at all. Some companies only let you take time off that is unpaid, while others offer paid vacations once you have worked for them for a certain amount of time. Don’t forget to ask if you can roll over any unused vacation days and use them in the following year. My doctor told me that Cialis is probably my best chance to improve my sexual performance, so I wasted no time in ordering it at Cial4ED. And I am glad to announce that he was right about it! It didn’t go too smoothly: I felt nothing first few times and he allowed me to increase the dose. The result is nothing short of spectacular! My wife is even happier than I am!

5. Ask What Other Employees Say About the Company

You can tell a lot about a company by listening to what current and past employees have to say about it. If it is a good company to work for, the HR person should have no problem telling you what employees are saying about the company, and even find people within the company for you to talk to. (Of course, you can always check Glassdoor reviews as well!) If you find out that the employees are happy in their jobs, chances are you will be as well, and that this is a company that you would like to work for.

6. Ask About Incentive Compensation 

Some companies will give bonuses to their employees as compensation for certain incentives, such as taking on additional responsibilities, pay raises based on performance, etc. Find out if monetary bonuses are offered, and if so, what the criteria are to be eligible for these bonuses. The more you know about how you will be compensated, the more you will strive to really earn those bonuses and be the very best that you can be when it comes to doing your job.

7. Ask About Relocation Expenses 

If you are going to have to relocate in order to take the position, you need to find out if the company is going to help with any of the relocating expenses. Obviously, they are not going to pay for everything, but if they expect you to move for them, they should be expected to help in some way. For instance, they may offer to pay a percentage of the actual moving expenses or put you up in a rental unit until you are able to find an appropriate and affordable place to live.

8. Ask About Education Opportunities

Many companies will offer incentives for employees to go back to school or receive additional training that is going to help them advance in their careers. In fact, this is one way that companies can ensure long-term employees, because these employees are grateful for the help, and want to give back. Some companies will pay for a portion of tuition, and some even allow you to take a leave of absence in order to get your degree. The more education you have, the more you will have to offer your employer, and they often recognize this and will help.

9. Ask for Everything in Writing 

Ask if you can have the job offer, and everything that you have agreed on, in writing. This way, there is little chance that the employer is going to pull back on the offer. A written agreement is much more binding than an oral agreement, and if you have everything on paper, they can’t turn around later and say that something wasn’t part of the offer, add work that isn’t in the job description. If they don’t want to give you anything in writing, it is a good sign that this may not be the best company for you to work at.

 

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Why Young Professionals Don’t Negotiate Salary (and Why They Should). How about You?

Salary negotiation is a pivotal step when you’re interviewing for a new job. It’s your chance to get paid what you’re worth (or get closer to that figure), and could establish your financial trajectory at your new company for years to come.

The more you negotiate, the better you’ll get, no matter where you start the process.

According to a 2018 survey from Robert Half, only 39 percent of people polled said they’d asked for more money upon receiving their latest job offer. In other words, more than half of all new hires accepted whatever they were offered, with no attempt at negotiation.

And that indicates that among millennials and young adults, negotiation is especially rare; in fact, only 37 percent of millennials have ever asked for a raise, according to Payscale.

So, why are so many young professionals reluctant to negotiate salary, and is that proactive move really that important in the first place?

Why young professionals are reluctant.

According to the Payscale study, there are many reasons why young people don’t negotiate salary or ask for raises, but two main reasons stand out: They feel uncomfortable in the negotiation process and don’t want to be viewed as pushy.

Discomfort is natural, especially if you’re nervous about the position, but it’s typically a byproduct of lack of exposure to an experience. If you’ve never negotiated your salary before, haven’t had education or practice on how to do it and haven’t witnessed anyone doing it, you’re bound to be uncomfortable trying it for the first time.

As for being pushy, most employers expect some degree of pushback or negotiation from new hires. And, sure, there are some ways to negotiate that can make you seem arrogant or demanding, but negotiation in and of itself is not the issue.

Related: How to Eliminate Salary Negotiation Anxiety

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Why salary negotiation is so important.

So why is salary negotiation so important in the first place?

  • No downsides. Unless you’re unreasonably aggressive, condescending, or unprofessional in your negotiation, there’s virtually no downside to negotiating your salary. All you’re doing is asking for more money, and your employer can accept or reject that request. If your request is accepted, you’ll instantly get more money for the duration of the job. If it’s rejected, you face no inherent penalty. In other words, there can only be positive or neutral results — nothing negative.
  • Compounding returns. Negotiating for a higher salary sets you on a more valuable trajectory and one that will reward you for many years to come. For example, data suggests that executives who negotiated their salary at their first job out of college stood to make at least $500,000 more over their careers, compared to those who did not. Imagine pushing for $60,000 a year instead of $50,000. Assuming proportionately similar raises in both scenarios, a person who negotiates for $60,000 would make $10,000 more each year for the remainder of his or her time with the company. That extra $10,000 would certainly be nice, but if you work at the same company for 30 years, that $10K could turn into $300,000.
  • Future salary effects. Your current salary could also play a role in how your future pay is calculated. If you change roles within a company, it may use your existing salary as a baseline for determining your new pay. If you start out higher, you’ll have room to ask for even more money, eventually. You may also feel confident asking for more money in a role at another company in the future.
  • Integrity, research, and power. Some employers may think more highly of you if you ask for more money. If you’re basing your request on objective data and research, you’re demonstrating your willingness to put in the time to conduct research properly. If you’re up-front about your expectations, you’re showing integrity. And the mere fact that you’re willing to ask for more money shows you’re confident in your abilities, which could reflect well on you.
  • Employer incentives. Remember, employers are incentivized to pay you as little as possible. They aren’t motivated to give you more money up-front, so they may expect you to ask for more money no matter what. For these reasons, employers typically offer you a salary slightly-to-moderately lower than the going rate. If you accept that figure blindly, without pushing for more, you’ll effectively be operating at a loss. Negotiation is a way to counteract this issue.

Related: Fixing the Pay Gap Starts With Your Salary Negotiation Skills

If you’re a young professional, it’s in your best interest to start negotiating for your initial salary, and if you’re looking for a raise, to do that as soon as possible. You can learn the fundamentals of negotiation by reading upon them, but if you want to feel more confident and get better results, role-play what you’ll say, in a real environment. You don’t have to start with job interviews; instead, start small, with negotiations at flea markets or in your everyday interactions.

The more you negotiate, the better you’ll get, no matter where you start the process.

 

Entrepreneur.com | April 22, 2019 | Anna Johansson

 

#BestofFSCBlog : #JobSearch : 45 Questions You Should Ask In Every Job Interview. Great Read !

It was the middle of July 2008, and I had just bought an expensive power suit for a job interview. After being laid off during the height of the recession and unemployed for about six weeks, I was feeling desperate and willing to spend money on anything that might put my career on track.

Surprisingly, the train was running on time that day, which gave me the opportunity to take my new jacket off, sit back, and prepare for this meeting one last time. At my stop, I realized I was so intently focused that I didn’t notice a robbery happening right under my nose. The jacket was gone.

With nothing but an inappropriate tank top on, I was mortified but decided to go for it anyway. I proceeded to meet all of the organization’s department heads, during which time my thoughts repeatedly returned to my improper attire. But believe it or not, I ended up getting the job.

Even though my story had a happy ending, there’s no doubt the pressures of the interview process had me unnerved. Anything can happen before or during an interview, which is why it’s crucial to walk in feeling prepared — even if your jacket has just been stolen.

Interviewers will be focused on finding out if you’re a right fit for the position, but it’s also important to decide if the company is a right fit for you. Have a list of questions ready to help you through your next interview:

Your role

Be careful not to ask questions already answered in the job description. It’s important go beyond those general duties to understand everything the job entails.

1. Can you offer specific details about the position’s day-to-day responsibilities?

2. What would my first week at work look like?

3. How does this position contribute to the organization’s success?

4. What do you hope I will accomplish in this position?

5. How does the company culture affect this role?

6. What job shadowing opportunities are available for an applicant before they accept an offer?

Proceed with caution: If rather than going into detail about the primary responsibilities listed in the job description, the employer rambles off many more duties — they may be asking you to take on more than you initially thought.

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Getting to know the interviewer

Most likely, the interviewer is the first contact you’ll have at this company — they could even be your future boss. Asking questions can help you understand their attitude, company values, and where the company’s future is heading.

7. What do you enjoy most about working here?

8. Why are you working in this industry?

9. Can you walk me through your typical work day?

10. What is your greatest accomplishment with the company?

11. What is your team’s greatest accomplishment?

12. What goals do you have for the company, yourself, and employees over the next five years?

13. What hobbies do you have outside of the office?

Proceed with caution: Be wary of leaders who have trouble opening up or don’t seem passionate about their company and team.

Management’s style

What type of management style do you need to reach the height of your potential? Now’s the best time to see if the company’s leaders align with your expectations.

14. How do leaders encourage employees to ask questions?

15. How do leaders set employees up for success?

16. How does employee feedback get incorporated into day-to-day operations?

17. How does management deliver negative feedback to employees?

Proceed with caution: Employers who can’t list how they encourage employees and set them up for success may not deliver the support you’re looking for in a company.

Company culture

From benefits and perks to the ways employees interact with each other, not meshing with a company’s culture can put a roadblock on your path to success.

18. What is your work culture like?

19. How would you describe the work environment here?

20. What benefits are focused on work-life balance?

21. What benefits and perks does the company offer?

22. What is the outline of your telecommuting policy?

23. How frequently do employees make themselves available outside of normal working hours?

Proceed with caution: Listen closely to how the interviewer describes the company’s benefits and environment to be sure it’s the right culture for your personality and working style.

Company reputation

After doing some research, you should already know a few things about the company’s reputation. Now it’s time to dig a little deeper to make sure this is a place where you’ll thrive.

24. What’s your mission statement?

25. How often is a new hire the result of a previous employee quitting?

26. Why do most employees leave the company?

27. How would employees describe the company and its leaders?

28. What are the company’s biggest problems? How are they overcoming them?

29. What do you want the company to be known for among employees — past, present, and future?

Proceed with caution: Quality leaders will be the first to admit that their company isn’t perfect. Interviewers who claim they would change nothing might be failing to grow and make positive changes.

Performance measurements

Knowing a company’s expectations and how they measure goals before accepting a job offer helps you decide if their style matches with what motivates you.

30. How are employees recognized for their hard work?

31. How involved are employees in the structuring of their own goals and tasks?

32. What are your views on goals, timelines, and measuring success?

33. How often are employees expected to provide status updates on a project?

34. How often do you evaluate employee performance?

Proceed with caution: Wanting constant updates and control over employee tasks are warning signs of a micromanager.

Future co-workers

The employees at this organization could be your next team. Make sure you’re positive this is a group you want to be a part of.

35. Can you tell me about the team I’ll be working with?

36. How competitive are your employees?

37. How do you develop teamwork skills among employees?

Proceed with caution: A competitive environment can be fun and motivating, but a lack of teamwork in the office could point to a cutthroat company.

Opportunities for growth

What is your ultimate career goal? Set yourself up for success by finding out how far this new position could take you on your career path.

38. What type of mentor system do you have in place?

39. What type of educational/training opportunities does the company offer?  

40. What advancement opportunities are available?

41. How do leaders promote employee growth and success?

42. What does it take to be a top performer at this company?

Proceed with caution: If an interviewer is unable to share how you can advance within the company, chances are you might not be able to grow at the rate you want.

Moving forward

Don’t leave the interview with any questions unanswered — for you or the interviewer. This is your final opportunity to make sure you’re both on the same page before you walk out the door.

43. What’s the next step of this process, and when can I expect to hear from you?

44. Is there any other information I can provide you with?

45. Would you like to see more examples of my work?

Proceed with caution: Interviewers who don’t have a lot to offer on next steps may already have another candidate in mind or might not be in a big rush to hire. Remember to stay positive and continue to job search until you’re officially hired.

Why These 3 Things Matter More Than Experience In The Job Interview Process.

One of the biggest lies that people believe is that experience is the most important thing in the job interview process. True, experience can be vital – you wouldn’t want to hire a surgeon without the proper education and experience. But whether this interview is for your first job, or your ninth gig since 2013, there is always uncharted territory in a new opportunity. Especially if it involves changing your title or your responsibility: that’s something you haven’t done before.

By definition, that expansion goes beyond your experience. The good news is, there are stories all around us of people who have overcome their circumstances (and their experience) to create something completely new. Maybe your interview skills need to expand as well – particularly if you want to discover new results in your career.

Here are three things that matter more than experience in the job interview process – and how you can leverage these insights to create a fresh career experience for yourself.

The past reminds us. It does not define us. – Unknown

1- Trust: whether you are looking for a babysitter, a brain surgeon or a brand expert, you rely on trust more than experience. In a recent survey, PWC points out that our ability to trust is the biggest challenge that tech titans face.On a more personal level, consider the story of Tessa and Tim, a married couple with a three-year-old son. They are interested in going out with some friends on Friday, and they need a babysitter. Their next-door neighbor just moved in two months ago, and she has advanced degrees in child care. She’s run a daycare center for 15 years, in another state, and she’s available to babysit. Across the street is where Clarissa lives. She’s a seventeen-year-old high school senior who the couple has known since she was in grade school. Clarissa is also available to babysit. So, who do they choose? The new neighbor with tons of experience? Nope. They go with who they know: Clarissa.

Because trust matters more than experience. So, trust your gut and consider how you are connected to your next employer. Look in the direction of trust: consider who knows you, and how. Leverage your connections, because of relationships matter (especially as you move up within an organization). Make sure your LinkedIn profile shows that you are someone that hiring managers can trust, and reach out to your network to make sure that you are more than just qualified – you are connected to the people you need in your job search.

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2- Resourcefulness: it’s the greatest human resource. An ability to figure things out is something we all share. Your ability to identify and solve problems is the kind of experience that every employer really wants. It’s resourcefulness that leads someone to find their next job (doesn’t matter if it’s a doggie daycare, day-trading or Diageo – you are on a mission of discovery in the job interview process).

When it comes to the experience you want to create for your job interview, consider focusing on your resourcefulness. Tell a story about how you figured something out, for yourself or for your prior company, where you created something that no one else could. Why? Because, according to PWC, 77% of CEOs are looking for creativity and innovation as the most-desired skills. Your ability to be resourceful is central to your ability to innovate – and find a creative solution for your next job interview.

If you can imagine, think of your experience and education as tools. What is it that makes any tool valuable? It’s the way that you use it. How have you been resourceful in the past, leveraging your experience to innovate? Tell that story and you will go beyond experience in your job interview. Find a friend or a career coach that will help you by asking questions that go outside of your experience – so you have to think of times and situations where you demonstrated that you have the ability to figure things out. Your story may not be directly related to the job description – but solving problems is central to every job, everywhere! Those critical thinking skills are what employers really want – especially if you are going to help your next employer prepare for the future of work.

3- Communication: in the job interview process, whoever tells the best story wins. Not by manufacturing some fiction, but by delivering resourcefulness in a way that’s authentic, trustworthy and powerful. Understand that there’s really only one thing (and one thing only) that companies want in the job interview process: solutions providers.

Can you communicate the solution that you can provide? Notice carefully the wording in that last question. If it looks like a chronological tour of your resume, from birth up till yesterday, is the kind of information your employer needs, look again. Your history and experience might be informative – but are they compelling? Ask yourself some difficult questions: How does your history show that you are a solutions provider? Can you communicate, using this five-step-story process, how you overcame obstacles in the past? Can you use stories and anecdotes to help others to trust in your ability to solve current challenges – and are you ready to tackle whatever the future of work has in store for you? Communicate your resourcefulness and you will build the kind of trust that leads to job offers.

Insights into these three areas can take you beyond your experience, helping you to create a new one for yourself and your next employer. Consider how you’ve been able to figure things out so far – can you trust in what you’ve experienced?

If you’ve got challenges you didn’t figure would be so difficult, maybe it’s time to get some training or coaching on how to overcome those obstacles. Because, regardless of your position, education or interests, you have the ability to be resourceful. To innovate. To tell a story that is authentic, heartfelt and compelling. Like five fingers on a hand, resourcefulness is a quality that we all have. As you reach out for that next opportunity don’t let your experience keep you from seeing all of the possibilities.

 

Forbes.com | December 23, 2019 | Chris Westfall

Hiring Talent -12 Key Actions Managers Should Perform During The Hiring Process.

Potential hires are always on their best behavior in interviews. The hiring company needs to do the same, and hiring managers, being the first point of contact, have the most responsibility for a good impression.

A business that intends to hire the best talent has to show candidates why they should consider working here. That’s where the ability of a hiring manager to engage the potential hire and upsell the company as a workplace comes in handy.

Below, 12 members of Forbes Human Resources Council offer actionable advice on how hiring managers can engage potential employees during their interview and how to make them feel more at ease.

1. Provide A Personalized Experience

Today’s candidates should be treated like customers. Hiring managers must keep them informed throughout the hiring process and leverage technology to improve the candidate journey. If an applicant isn’t suitable for one role, they may be suitable for another in the future, so relationship building is key. – Kim Pope, WilsonHCG

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2. Remember You Represent Your Organization

As a hiring manager you are the face of the organization. How you dress, speak and act on your social media, in your organization and outside shows your level of professionalism. You need to be aware that you should be speaking to the values of the organization when you representing your organization. If you work in the health field and you are seen with a cigarette, that would not be aligned. – Tasniem Titus, Dentsply Sirona

3. Give Them Your Undivided Attention

Turn away from the laptop, put down the phone and close your door. When a candidate comes in for a job interview, they are nervous, no matter how good they are. Your focused attention is the first step toward giving them a reason to trust you as a future employer. – Joyce Maroney, Kronos Incorporated

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4. Stay Energetic

Remember that everything you say and do during the process sends a message. Don’t treat it like drudgery. How upbeat you are during the interview, your overall attitude and how you dress for the interview are all part of their experience. You are representing your organization so try to maintain a high energy level at all phases of the process that meets or exceeds that of the candidate. – Regina W. Romeo, CPS HR Consulting

5. Do Your Homework Before The Interview

Just as organizations expect candidates to research the company to which they’re applying, hiring managers should do their due diligence by spending time reviewing the candidate’s brand (e.g., resume, social media and professional websites) to get a sense of who the candidate is. This avoids wasting everyone’s time by having candidates answer questions that their brand already answered for them. – Dr. Timothy J. Giardino, Cantata Health & Meta Healthcare IT Solutions

6. Answer Questions Thoughtfully

We all know that candidates are interviewing us as much as we are interviewing them. In a candidate-driven market, this is all the more critical. Hiring managers should ensure they allocate time to accommodate the candidate’s questions and then be thoughtful about answering them. It’s always good to offer examples of their own experiences at the company to help the candidate best understand the culture. – Aimée Meher-Homji, Sodexo

7. Be On Their Side

Enter the interview with candidate success as the key priority. Hiring managers that create a positive and welcoming environment can give candidates more meaningful opportunities to do well throughout the interview, ultimately getting to a great hire more quickly. Show up prepared, supportive and present for your candidate, and treat it as you would treat any meeting with a current colleague. – Bianca McCann, SAP SuccessFactors

8. Don’t Ask Why They Want To Switch Jobs

Hiring managers have to switch gears completely and become sales experts. The basics: be on time, be prepared (i.e., read the resume!) but also, don’t ask, “Why do you want to leave your current job?” Instead, ask “What new challenges are you seeking?” and “How do you see yourself growing with us?” Take the time to sell the candidate on your organization’s amazing culture, opportunities and team. – Dr. Kelly Lum, Luminous Business Solutions

9. Respect Their Time And Their Presence

When you are interviewing a candidate, please remember that this is a first step toward a partnership. You are representing the organizational culture, practices and persona by your behavior and the questions you ask. Don’t be late and if you are a bit late, apologize for doing so. Don’t be checking your phone or laptop, or looking around when the candidate is talking. Speak to them with respect. – Srikant ChellappaEngagedly

10. Welcome The Job Seeker As A Guest

Going through interviews is uncomfortable. As a job seeker, despite all you’ve done to prepare, you’re in a new place trying to impress people you probably have never met. Hiring managers should help candidates feel welcome and comfortable enough to shine. If they’re comfortable, they’ll not only be able to better share their strengths, but will also leave with a better impression of your company. – Lindsay Putzer, Curology

11. Follow Up With All Applicants

It’s so important for hiring managers to follow up with applicants. Even if you haven’t made a decision, keep in touch with applicants and let them know where you are in the process. This will assure them that they are still being considered for the position, or if they are not, it doesn’t leave them in limbo. – Michele Markey, SkillPath

12. Be Empathetic

As a hiring manager, remember to respect that this candidate has likely had to take time off work to meet with you. Perhaps they’re jeopardizing their current role to be there, they’ve likely spent time preparing and are probably nervous (regardless of their career level). Be empathetic, treat them with respect and set realistic expectations in terms of next steps. – Jamie Hoobanoff, The Leadership Agency

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#CareerAdvice : #JobSearch – How To Respond When You Don’t Get Your Dream Job. A #MustRead for ALL!

If you change your mind, I‘m the first in line, Honey, I’m still free, Take a chance on me”  – Abba

This is a story of a candidate who refused to let me reject him.

My company needed summer interns in our sales department. We secured a table at a university job fair and posted our position. We sorted resumes and selected the most appealing candidates for interviews on campus.

We were looking for candidates with customer-facing experience. This position would have high interaction with customers, and interpersonal skills were critical.

Grades weren’t everything, but with so many candidates, we didn’t need to stretch for someone with poor marks.

On the first day, we worked the table, selling our company and meeting candidates who had yet to see our online posting. We left a few slots open in our interview schedule the next day, in case we met interesting candidates at the fair.

I met a young man who immediately made an impression on me. He had a great personality and did his homework on our company.

He learned about us from a friend who spent a summer with us as an intern. He confidently told me, “This is my dream internship.” It sounded like a cheesy pickup line but after a day of boring conversations; his energy was appealing.

I scheduled him for an interview the next day.

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Personality Only Gets You So Far

Within twenty minutes of the interview, it became apparent to me that my guy was all sizzle and no steak.

His grades were terrible, and he couldn’t offer a compelling explanation. He didn’t belong to any organizations, wasn’t working his way through college and didn’t have a personal situation that hurt his grades.

His work experience was incomplete. Most of his experiences were small odd jobs, working small stints for family and friends.

After the interview, he was the only candidate to ask me for the job. He asked me point-blank, “Do you think I have what it takes for his job?” It was charming, and I liked him enough to give him a direct answer.

“No, I don’t. Your grades are horrible, and the only reason I can discern is that you haven’t made much of an effort in your classes. You want a career in sales but have yet to apply to a position where you might build those skills. I don’t see any effort to join an organization or extracurricular activity that might broaden your skills.”

Taken back by my direct answer, he paused and persisted, “Thanks for being honest. What do I need to do to change your mind next summer?”

He dropped a follow-up, open-ended probing question. Dang, my team had experienced sales-people who didn’t handle rejection that well.

“First, show me that you can take school seriously. String together two solid semesters in your classes. Second, find a job where you can work directly with customers. You could work at a call center, restaurant or retail shop. Find something where you have to work hard and communicate with customers.”

He wrote furiously while I talked.

“Thanks. Can I have your card and keep in touch with you? I plan to do all of this and keep you informed of my progress.”

He asked for permission to stay in touch and provide further evidence, another key trait of great sales reps (and a skill that was lacking with some on my team.) I gave him my card, and he promised to keep in touch.

If you need me, let me know, Gonna be around, If you’ve got no place to go, When you’re feeling down. – Abba

Rejection Is Only The First Position In A Negotiation

I assumed I would never hear from that kid again. He proved me wrong.

A few weeks later, he sent me an email. He found a job as a greeter at an Outback Steakhouse on campus. He thanked me for the suggestion and promised to follow up later.

One month later, he reached out again to tell me that he had been promoted to a waiter position, and was now earning tips. He shared a few stories about difficult customers and what he was learning.

Shortly after the new year, he reached out again to tell me that he made Dean’s List for the semester, and offered to mail a copy of his report card. I let him know that wasn’t necessary and encouraged him to keep working.

He kept emailing me into the Spring semester.

  • He joined a marketing organization and ran for an office position.
  • He was named “Employee of the Month” at Outback.
  • He read a sales book and shared what he learned from it.

He wouldn’t let me forget his name. I started to wonder if the interns who were starting that summer were as excited about my company as he was.

I received that answer soon enough. Two weeks before our interns were set to start, I received an email from one. She had an opportunity to spend the summer in California with a friend. She would not be joining our company.

I emailed my guy and asked him if he was ready to step up from Outback. He emailed back and thought I was joking. I called him and told him that if he was half as persistent in sales as he was in pursuing that internship, he would make a lot of money.

He started two weeks later.

Gonna do my very best, And it ain’t no lie, If you put me to the test, If you let me try.” – Abba

How To Respond To Rejection

If this is your dream job, you won’t quit after the first rejection.

How many married couples share stories about how one rejected the other the first time they were asked out? You can count this writer in that fraternity, given how many times I had to ask my wife before she let me take her out.

  1. Ask the person who interviewed you for feedback. Most companies will attempt to reject you via letter. It is efficient and leaves a paper trail. If you are persistent enough, you can get your interviewer on the phone. Ask the question, “What do I need to work on if I want to be considered for this position in the future?”
  2. Follow up in writing with a summary of everything you learned from that conversation. “From our conversation, I learned that I need to work on these five things to be considered for a future position. This is how I intend to act on your advice in the coming months.” Document your plan in writing and be appreciative that this interviewer was willing to coach you.
  3. Set a reminder to follow up every month, without fail. Write a summary every month with what you are working on in your career. Tie that email to some piece of advice the interviewer gave you.

Managers value persistence over just about any trait. Business is tough, and resilience is often one of the first attributes that leaders mention when describing their top performers.

Every time you send a follow-up email or leave a voice message, you demonstrate an attribute that your prospective employer covets. You might catch them on a day when they are frustrated with a lack of resilience on their team.

Business is constantly changing. A company’s hiring needs today could be completely different in three months. Companies grow and require more positions. People leave companies and positions open. Make it easy on that manager to pick your name the next time a position opens.

If it is your dream job, you won’t quit with the first rejection.

I worked for two decades as an executive with two different Fortune 500 companies. Most recently, I led a $4B business with over 700 employees. Since 2001, I have hired

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Forbes.com | September 17, 2019