There are so many types of job interview questions that delve into your resume, behavior and aptitude, however there are a TON of questions that potential employers can ask just about you. These are the essential job interview questions that you should be prepared to answer about yourself: Tell me about yourself. What are…
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The best job interview experience often comes from an interview in which you failed. Like in sports, you can learn more from losing than winning, but you have to learn how to ask for feedback when you don’t get the job. The only way to improve upon yourself as an interviewer is to evaluate your…
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Let’s get one thing straight: change is good – even if your mom, significant other or anyone else (yes, even your self-doubt) thinks otherwise. Whether you’re unhappy in your job or just plain bored, it’s probably time for a change. Unfortunately, many put off much-needed change simply because they don’t know where to begin. When it comes to…
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Our IT friends at DetroitNet.Org have a great radio show that streams online, every Monday and has been downloaded in every state except Alaska and Wyoming. They are entertaining, smart, and have been kind enough to include us a few times on their show “IT in the D.” On October 7th, our third showing, Brightwingers Elyse Lopez,…
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Behavioral interview questions are some of the toughest you may be asked by a potential employer, but they don’t have to be. We’ve answered some of the trickiest behavioral interview questions to make sure you don’t get stumped! 1. What did you like best and least about your previous job? GAME PLAN: This question exposes…
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It is no secret that Engineering professionals of all backgrounds are in high demand nationwide. The baby boomers are nearing retirement leaving an incredible gap in the supply of talent to fill these engineering roles, and with the sophistication of automobiles there is a need for engineers with IT experience. While we could go on about…
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Using networking to find a job is so easy, that even a seven year old could do it. When I was seven, I moved from Tucson, Arizona to Columbus, Ohio. I had no family or friends anywhere near the Midwest, and to be very honest, the thought of starting school with strangers in the winter seemed…
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The informational interview or telephone interview thank you letter may be informal, but is an absolute must. Sometimes getting a meeting with a dream employer can be a challenge, and if you don’t thank them for taking the time, landing a job could be out of the question. This thank you can be handwritten, but…
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Picture this: You are on your computer applying for a position at your dream company. As you enthusiastically upload your cover letter and resume, 1,000 other applicants are applying for that same position at that exact same company. This is the harsh reality of job hunting online. The volume of applicants is enormous, so it…
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The world of interviewing is changing. Face to face interviews are becoming more prevalent later in the process, rather than in the beginning. Although phone interviews and in-person interviews are different in the sense of location, one cannot treat them as so. The initial telephone interview can either make or break your chances of proceeding…
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