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Always Take the Interview
Interviewing takes practice. No matter how trivial the job might seem, take the interview. This is a great opportunity to try new things such as time of day, day of the week, outfit, different questions for the interviewer, different responses from you, and if you’re interviewing online, testing different backgrounds and lighting. Just going through the practice will help you for the next one with improved muscle memory (your brain is a muscle of sorts,) honing your skills, a

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The Columbo Effect
One of my favorite '70s television shows is “Columbo.” Columbo was a homicide detective with the Los Angeles Police Department . His...

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When in Doubt, Ask for Clarification
Sometimes during an interview, you’ll get a vague question that makes you scramble. Instead of making an assumption about what the...

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Keep your answers fresh
In an effort to not come across as a survivor of back-to-back interviews, change up your canned answers. Test a few examples beforehand...

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Have your interview questions ready
If I had to pick one piece of advice for interviewing, aside from the obvious of appearance and having your work area set up, it would be...

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Don't Worry, Be Happy
When it comes to interviews, having both a positive attitude and outlook is extremely important! Employers can sense desperation and...

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Diversity, Equity, and Culture questions
Be ready for new questions during your interview. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have made it to the mainstream and businesses...

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List of Questions
Consider your list of questions—the ones you plan to ask the interviewer—as your protective shield throughout the job search process. By...

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Don't Stop at the Interview
Continue following up with hiring managers. Your work is not done once the interview is complete or the thank-you note sent. Following up...

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Who Gets a Thank You Note?
Write Thank-You notes after interviews to all interviewers. A quick note (by email is fine) of thanks that emphasizes your interest and...

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