Interview Tips

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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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

Much like KPI’s are crucial to the success of an organization, there are certain key performance indicators and skills that you should be trained to identify as a hiring authority. Unfortunately, many people are dishonest on their resume. While some of these lies are obvious (and even hilarious at times), it’s […]

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May 16, 2016 in Interview Tips / News & Resources tagged advice / candidate / interview / professional / Recruiting / resume / talent by Jessica

DO Email DON’T rush OR delay! DO Alert your references (but DON’T have them reach out on your behalf!) DO Check yourself – social media DON’T be too forward… Read full article here (click for link): :

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May 10, 2016 in Interview Tips / News & Resources tagged advice / candidate / career / careers / etiquette / interview / job hunt / jobs / professional / tips by Jessica