RSS Feed for Albertajobcentre.ca - Career Advice Articles - Interview Advice http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice/interview-advice en-ca Copyright (c)2010 BC Jobs Online Inc. All Rights Reserved support@bcjobs.ca Despite the etiquette, formality, and inevitable fear factor, job interviews can actually be enjoyable as well as extremely informative. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/interview-tips/interview-basics http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/interview-tips/interview-basics Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:20 No matter how much you may prepare yourself for a job interview, you may never be completely ready when that interviewer asks you why manhole covers are round. Even that question has been asked so often by now, it's considered one of the easy ones. Microsoft is partly to blame. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/interview-tips/interview-brainteasers http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/interview-tips/interview-brainteasers Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:22 You're sitting in a conference room or office, face-to-face with the person you most want to impress - your prospective boss - and he or she is asking you, "What is your biggest weakness?" How do you answer a question like that? http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/interview-tips/the-weakness-question http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/interview-tips/the-weakness-question Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:23 A job interview over lunch can feel as nerve-wracking as a blind date. Not only must you demonstrate that you are intelligent, pleasant and capable, you must also appear graceful while eating. You may even prefer to pass up the opportunity rather than face an intimidating line-up of eating utensils. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/interview-tips/acing-the-lunch-interview http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/interview-tips/acing-the-lunch-interview Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:25 In the workplace today, a growing number of professionals are taking a closer look at their career aspirations. If you decide a career change is in your future, one effective way to test the waters is by arranging informational interviews with professionals who work in the fields that interest you. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/interview-tips/getting-the-most-from-informational-interviews http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/interview-tips/getting-the-most-from-informational-interviews Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:26 If you’re a job seeker, you probably breathe a sigh of relief when you finish your first interview. After all the resume crafting, researching and rehearsing answers, you’ve survived time in the hot seat. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/interview-tips/the-interview-s-over--now-what http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/interview-tips/the-interview-s-over--now-what Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:27 With continually increasing workloads, more hiring managers are relying on short, preliminary phone conversations to determine who should be called for interviews. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/interview-tips/passing-the-telephone-screening-interview http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/interview-tips/passing-the-telephone-screening-interview Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:27 You applied for a position, responding with a cover letter and resume that indicate you have experience writing press releases and producing the inter-office e-newsletter. But are your standards of professionalism and production up to that of your potential new employer? http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-centre/career-advice/interview-advice/providing-work-samples http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-centre/career-advice/interview-advice/providing-work-samples Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:30 Ever called a phone number and got a voice mail message like one of these? “Heeeeeeeeeey…..It’s Jerry! I can’t stop to talk right now – either too hung over or too busy hitting clubs! Leave me a message.” http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/content/index.cfm?objectid=780E9DAC-1372-5900-ADA4CC655192334A http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/content/index.cfm?objectid=780E9DAC-1372-5900-ADA4CC655192334A Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:32 Saturday’s job ads go online and you spot the job of your dreams. The work, hours, company, atmosphere, location and overall opportunity wow you. So you send off a stunning cover letter and resume. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/content/index.cfm?objectid=780EEFF4-1372-5900-AD572C4C7142A779 http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/content/index.cfm?objectid=780EEFF4-1372-5900-AD572C4C7142A779 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:33 If you're looking for the perfect job offer, you might as well stop right now: there's no such thing. But armed with the right information, you can get a good deal in a good place. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/content/index.cfm?objectid=7811F469-1372-5900-AD6C4C3086B9DE56 http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/content/index.cfm?objectid=7811F469-1372-5900-AD6C4C3086B9DE56 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:35 Job interview secrets can help you improve your chances of landing a job. When you take the time to understand job interview secrets, you give yourself an edge over other candidates. In most cases, it’s not that there are “secrets” to job interviews, it’s that most people have overlooked some of the most important points in preparing for a job interview. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice/interview-advice/job-interview-secrets http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice/interview-advice/job-interview-secrets Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:36 Job interview secrets can help you improve your chances of securing a job. In “Job interview secrets – part 1”, we covered a checklist for managing the process leading up to the actual interview. Here’s a checklist for what to do once the interview begins. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice/interview-advice/job-interview-secrets--part-2 http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice/interview-advice/job-interview-secrets--part-2 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:59 Job training should never be overlooked. If an employer offers on-the-job training, make sure you understand the importance of such an offer. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice/interview-advice/importance-of-job-training http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice/interview-advice/importance-of-job-training Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:01 Interviewing and salary negotiation go hand in hand. The trick with interviewing and salary negotiation is to plan ahead for the job you want http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice/interview-advice/interviewing-and-salary-negotiation http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice/interview-advice/interviewing-and-salary-negotiation Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:03 Interview gone very bad? Interviewing for a new job is no easy task, and chances are you’ve faltered at some point in the process at least once. The list of potential pitfalls for interviews gone bad is numerous http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/interview-gone-very-bad-you-can-recover http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/interview-gone-very-bad-you-can-recover Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:16 Next to public speaking, cold calling might be the scariest thing people try to avoid doing at all costs. It can also be a very effective and underutilized method for career-minded individuals like yourself to separate yourself from other job searchers who don't think about doing it. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/cold-calling-your-way-to-a-new-job http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/cold-calling-your-way-to-a-new-job Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:19 Good handshake skills may predict the results of your next job interview. Recent research suggests that having a good handshake influences the opinion of those interviewing you. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/good-handshake-key-to-interview-success http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/good-handshake-key-to-interview-success Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:21 Making a good first impression is crucial in a job interview because hiring managers often know whether they might hire someone soon after the opening handshake and small talk, a new survey suggests. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/making-a-good-first-impression-is-crucial-in-a-job-interview http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/making-a-good-first-impression-is-crucial-in-a-job-interview Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:23 Job interview tactics can set you ahead. Acing a job interview begins long before you arrive at the hiring manager’s office. In today’s competitive job market, the most diligent candidates take extra steps to distinguish themselves from the competition by planning ahead. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/job-interview-tactics http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/job-interview-tactics Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:24 1. Poor handshake: The three-second handshake that starts the interview is your first opportunity to create a great impression. Once you've delivered a poor handshake, it's nearly impossible to recover your efforts to build rapport. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/10-interview-bloopers-you-should-avoid http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/10-interview-bloopers-you-should-avoid Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:26 You're one of the lucky ones. You've been selected for interview for a fast-track career program with a well-known employer. But you know for a fact that each year, scores of candidates are chosen to attend an interview, from which only a few are taken on — so how do you ensure you're one of them? http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/-researching-potential-employers http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/-researching-potential-employers Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:27 Cold calling is an effective method of introducing yourself to potential hiring managers to enquire about employment with their company. However, what should you do if the hiring manager doesn’t answer the phone and you reach their voice mailbox? http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/cold-calling-and-voicemail-often-go-hand-in-hand http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/cold-calling-and-voicemail-often-go-hand-in-hand Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:28 IT professionals often dress casually on the job, but those looking for work may want to step up their style, a new survey suggests. More than four out of ten (43 per cent) chief information officers (CIOs) polled said tailored separates are the most appropriate interview attire. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/want-the-job-dress-for-the-part http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/want-the-job-dress-for-the-part Wed, 21 Jan 2009 09:32 Less than 40% of job seekers take the time to send a thank you note after an interview, according to an article by MSNBC. But, this important follow-up can make the difference between receiving the job offer and being written-off as disinterested. In fact, because it’s such a rare step for most job seekers, it’s a very valuable tool to show your professionalism and enthusiasm for a job. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/how-to-write-a-post-interview-thank-you-note http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/how-to-write-a-post-interview-thank-you-note Fri, 28 Aug 2009 07:30 You've worked hard to get here. You've sent out 31 resumes, networked, attended job fairs, enrolled in school for more education – you've taken all the right steps. Then, one afternoon the phone rings. "Yes, we'd like you to come in for an interview. Is next Tuesday at 10:00 alright with you?" Alright???!!! http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/10-things-you-must-do-before-that-successful-interview http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/10-things-you-must-do-before-that-successful-interview Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:06 Having a winning personality has always helped in making friends or getting a date, but a recent survey confirms it also opens doors in the job search. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/survey-shows-interpersonal-skills-can-trump-industry-knowledge-in-job-search http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/survey-shows-interpersonal-skills-can-trump-industry-knowledge-in-job-search Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:07 With everything gone “techno” these days, one of the most valuable (and overlooked) resources in standing out in your job search followup is still good card stock. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/get-retro-not-techno-go-old-school-in-your-job-search http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/get-retro-not-techno-go-old-school-in-your-job-search Fri, 27 Nov 2009 08:17 The best job-seekers not only prepare answers to typical interview questions, but also prepare for the type of interview expected. There are all sorts of job interviews: screening, traditional, behavioral, telephone, case, and panel. And two of the trends in interviewing are the use of situational interviewing and stress interviewing. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/situational-interviews-and-stress-interviews http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/situational-interviews-and-stress-interviews Fri, 27 Nov 2009 08:18 In a recent article featured on ABC News.com, a survey revealed that 55% of people are unhappy in their current jobs. This paired with our recent poll that showed 82% of readers would job hop in 2010 indicates that people are ready for a change in their work life. Based on these findings, competition may stay fierce as people look for new jobs. So, here are some tips to help you brush up on your nonverbal skills to ensure you outshine the competition and send all the right messages once you’ve landed an interview. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/-the-silent-clues--how-to-make-your-nonverbal-signals-send-the-right http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/-the-silent-clues--how-to-make-your-nonverbal-signals-send-the-right Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:45 Almost every job hunter knows that the answer to the question is a bewildering “NO”! The question more often posed by perplexed job hunters is “I’m fully qualified; why didn’t I receive a call?” And this whining mantra is asked time and again. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/-i-m-fully-qualified-i-ll-get-an-interview-right http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/-i-m-fully-qualified-i-ll-get-an-interview-right Thu, 27 May 2010 07:26 This past month, there’s been a lot of online chatter about corporate dress codes and what (or what not) to wear to work. (Surely initiated by the recent, salacious news that Citigroup is being sued by a former employee who claims she was fired for dressing too provocatively- details here). It reminds me of a message my late uncle passed on to me early in my professional career. http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/dress-up http://www.albertajobcentre.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/interview-advice/dress-up Mon, 28 Jun 2010 11:58