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When it comes to interviewing do you think it’s best to be ‘practically perfect in every way’? If so, then you’re probably suffering from Mary Poppins syndrome. One of the commonly asked interview questions requires candidates to list their strengths or weaknesses. It’s a straight forward question, however most people don’t give it much thought [Read More...]
Have you ever walked out of an interview feeling that you failed it or could have said more? Well, you’re not alone. According to the ABS 457,600 people are currently searching for full-time work and chances are that they are probably feeling the same way. Competency based questions are a way for interviewers to assess your [Read More...]
You’re never going to offend anyone if you wear a suit! A client said this to me recently as we exchanged war stories about interviews and how subtle things that might seem innocuous impact the outcome of the interview significantly. Specifically, the client was giving feedback on a candidate that had just interviewed with his [Read More...]
If you think you’ve never had a conflict at work, you are living in a bubble. One of the most common interview questions ever asked is to describe a situation where you have had to deal with conflict at work. Of all the questions in the interviewers’ arsenal this is perhaps the one that comes up most. Why [Read More...]
In today’s economy, finding and securing your ideal job can be challenging. For a start, employers are more selective in their hiring processes, and there is plenty of competition vying for the same job opportunities. Many of these will have similar qualifications and experience to you. Knowing how to present in interview so that you [Read More...]
Even accomplished professionals can find interviews unnerving. For many it’s like going into an exam where you are the subject matter. You know you’re going to be quizzed on your skills, experience and personal attributes, but you can never be entirely sure what is going to come up on the day. The key to success [Read More...]
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