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Job Search Guide - Informational Interviewsby Kristin Johnson and Tim Muma - Apr, 2013 The best way to get insider information and expert advice (besides LJNRadio) is to get it straight from the professionals who live it every day. An informational interview could be the key to unlocking a new position or career for a job seeker. Tim Muma speaks with Kristin Johnson, an expert career coach and founder of Profession Direction, and she gives us some advice on how to effectively conduct informational interviews to ... |
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I Want to Be a - Police Officer (Pt. 1)by Brian Dorow and Tim Muma - Apr, 2013 For a variety of reasons, many individuals think about a job in law enforcement, despite the potential concerns that come with such a position. Waukesha County Technical College Associate Dean in the Department of Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement, Brian Dorow, gives us a rundown of the steps that are necessary to become a police officer. As a former Police Sergeant, he also describes to Tim Muma the different aspects of th... |
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I Want to Be a - Sports Anchor (Pt. 1)by Lance Allan and Tim Muma - Mar, 2013 With millions of sports fans across the country, there's an obvious need for individuals to report the on and off-the-field happenings across the local and national scene. Though the coverage of sports has become a 24/7 entity, in-depth stories and focus on the local teams - high school, college and pro - requires professionals in their particular location. Lance Allan, the Main Sports Anchor for WTMJ-TV in Milwaukee, talks wi... |
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Moving Up the Ladder - What They Want to Hear in the Interviewby Jessica Holbrook Hernandez and Tim Muma - Mar, 2013 Each organization and its leaders are looking for a particular type of individual for their open positions. The minute specifics will change a bit depending on the industry or field a company is in, but overall, a vast majority of employers are interested in a handful of characteristics - particularly what they hear during the interview. Tim Muma talks with Jessica Holbrook Hernandez, the President and CEO of Great Resumes Fas... |
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5 Standout Things To Bring To Your Next Interview by Jacqui Barrett-Poindexter - May, 2013 It may seem obvious. You were invited to an interview with the hiring manager or recruiter. They beckoned you because they like your resume and believe you are qualified for the job. At this point, it’s all about the dialogue, and you are a fantastic interviewer, so what else do you need but yourself and your confidence – right? Wrong. Sometimes less is not more. And, interviews offer an opportunity to strategically slide i... |
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7 Job Interview Questions You Should Never Ask by Kerry Hannon - May, 2013 Interviewing for a job is unnerving. Even people who have a lot of self-confidence feel vulnerable to some degree. That's because when you're being judged, every nuance counts. While you're keenly focused on putting your best foot forward and asking smart and sometimes tough questions, it's oh-so-easy to say something that could knock you out of the running. When an awkward question slips through your lips, even the smooth... |
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How to Win At a Phone Interview by Miriam Salpeter - May, 2013 Companies often use phone interviews to screen candidates before meeting in person. Seize your chance to impress the interviewer so he or she can’t help but want to meet you in person. Consider the following do’s and don’ts. How to have winning phone interviews Don’t miss the details. What time is the interview? Is the interviewer calling you, or is it up to you to place the call? Does everyone have the right phone num... |
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Your Guide to Applying for a Job in 150 Characters or Less by Jen Glantz - May, 2013 The days of lengthy cover letters and bulleted resumes are fading as employers ask job applicants to present their case in a modern and challenging way—by describing themselves and why they are a perfect fit for a job in 150 characters or less. Borrowing from the style of Twitter (which maxes out at 140 characters) and similar to a quick-and-to-the-point elevator pitch, this new request forces you to carefully select wor... |
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How Important Are the First 30 Seconds in a Job Interview? by Louise Garver - May, 2013 How important are the first 30 seconds in a job interview? Have you ever thought about what a prospective employer/recruiter can find out about you in the first 30 seconds of meeting you? They can determine if you: Value the interviewer’s time It is common knowledge that most hiring managers are overworked. You might be one of them and understand that time is a very valuable asset when hiring new employees. When you (... |
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Tough Job Interview Questions You Should Ask by Kerry Hannon - Apr, 2013 In English | Much of what makes a great job interview is intuitive. It's chemistry between two people. When it comes to that point in the interview when you're asked if you have any questions, you have a final chance to make a lasting impression. Obvious questions might make it seem like you aren't that interested. Simple ones make it appear you have not done your research. The key is to have the confidence to ask a few tou... |
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Understanding Interviewing Failure by Ken Sundheim - Apr, 2013 There are 100's of reasons that our sales and marketing recruiters see an interview fail. But, contrary to popular belief, not all outcomes are the interviewer's faults. Below, we list 10 reasons for understanding interviewing failure: Prevention via Understanding Interviewing Failure 1. The interviewer has not done his or her research on the company - When the interviewer has not done his or her research on the compa... |
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5 Steps To Landing The Job: How To Follow Up After A Job Interview by Michelle Dumas - Mar, 2013 The job interview is over. You rerun it in your mind, probably repeatedly. In so doing, however, you’re actually distracting yourself from taking steps that may still impact whether you get the job or not. After all, there’s no point in herding “COWS” (Coulda, oughta, woulda, shoulda). What you should do is follow up after the interview. The job interview might be over but your prospective employer’s decision-maki... |
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15 Ways to Describe Yourself in an Interview by Ken Sundheim - Mar, 2013 In just about every interview, the interviewer asks the question, “How would you describe yourself?” While this is something that should be anticipated and practiced, many job seekers overlook the importance of this question and fail to take the time to formulate the right answers. Moreover, when describing ourselves, we should approach our answers in an honest, candid manner. Even though some answers are laid out below, ... |
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Are You Blowing the Interview Before It Even Starts? by Miriam Salpeter - Mar, 2013 Finally, it's happened—an invitation to interview for a job. Have you already blown your chance before you put one hand on their office's door? You may be surprised to learn that the way you respond to the initial inquiry sets the tone and influences employers' impressions before you've even met. Are you sabotaging your interview before you start? If any of these points sound familiar, you may now know why you didn't get t... |
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