Interview Tips

This article (click for link) provides all good points but I’d also add the following: Do not go in to too much detail about the overall scope or goal of a particular project you worked on. We want to know what YOU actually did on the project and the effect of your […]

10 Things To Remove From Your Resume

May 30, 2016 in Interview Tips / News & Resources tagged candidate / job hunt / resume by Jessica

Whether you are actively on the job market or currently employed and happy, it’s important to take note of these 10 most common mistakes. Obviously, this is most crucial if you are currently unemployed but we all know there is no such thing as a “permanent” job any more. […]

Top 10 Mistakes You Might Be Making with Your Job ...

May 27, 2016 in Interview Tips / Jobs / News & Resources tagged advice / candidate / interview / job hunt / jobs / resume by Jessica

I am a believer that everything happens for a reason but not necessarily because I believe in fate or that things were laid out to happen in a certain way by a higher power. I do; however, believe whole-heartedly that there is a take-away, a lesson to be learned, from […]

How To Successfully Talk About Failure In A Job Interview

May 26, 2016 in Interview Tips / News & Resources tagged advice / career / careers / interview / job hunt / resume by Jessica

I always tell my candidates to remember “You are interviewing the employer just as much as they are interviewing you.” This article highlights 28 great questions to ask at the end of your interview to make sure you leave with a good overall understanding of the company, in order […]

28 brilliant questions to ask at the end of every ...

May 24, 2016 in Interview Tips / Jobs / News & Resources tagged advice / candidate / interview / job hunt by Jessica

Since I studied Psychology, I’m of course pretty partial to this article (click for link) but I think it has some great points. I prep my candidates to be confident but not arrogant, and if you really don’t know the answer then be honest about it. Honesty is always […]

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May 23, 2016 in Interview Tips / News & Resources tagged advice / communication / interview / job hunt / professional / tips by Jessica

We know things are tough right now, especially here in Houston. It’s tempting to apply to anything and everything you see out there. If you don’t seem to be getting anywhere it may be time to take a break and reflect on your strategy and state-of-mind. Sometimes in a job […]

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May 20, 2016 in Interview Tips / News & Resources tagged advice / Houston / interview / job hunt / jobs / search / tips by Jessica

All good points in this article (click here), with one personal caveat* Bulletproof your resume Set Clear Time Limits Refuse to share salary details *within reason Get a read on where they are in the hiring process “I’m interested in this job, and I want it!” When I am interviewing […]

5 Interview Hacks That Will Give You An Edge (No ...

May 19, 2016 in Interview Tips / News & Resources tagged advice / candidate / interview / job hunt / resume / salary / tips by Jessica

Let’s get real. A healthy work/life balance is important to just about everyone. But you don’t want to start asking about this in an interview or your motivation and commitment will be called in to question. Plus, current employees (and especially those doing the interview) are more likely to give […]

Article Share: How to Stealthily Tell If a Company Cares ...

May 18, 2016 in Interview Tips / News & Resources tagged advice / business / candidate / company culture / job hunt / work environment by Jessica

Have you been there before? You’ve been offered a new opportunity and you jump on it right away without much thought. Perhaps it’s a job you truly love or maybe it’s just the only thing you’ve got going right now. Then you get a call back on something you thought […]

Article Share: I Accept … The Ethics of Accepting a ...

May 17, 2016 in Interview Tips / News & Resources tagged advice / candidate / career / careers / communication / integrity / interview / job hunt / jobs / professional / Recruiting by Jessica