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What’s Really Behind the Tough Interview Questions?
Published on January 31, 2013 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: interview preparation, job interview, job interview preparation, job interviews, Job Search
What’s Really Behind the Tough Interview Questions? How to handle tough interview questions. I remember the one interview question/situation that made me think, “I’m done for!!” I was interviewing for a recruiter position with my potential boss, Amy, the Human Resource Vice President at a bank. Without saying hello, Amy leaned back in her big leather chair, lit a cigarette, threw the pack of cigs on the desk, blew smoke in my face and said, “So tell me about yourself.” For a split second I thought, “I’m dead!” Then I realized this was a test of intimidation. Game on! I ignored the smoke from the unfiltered Camel, sat up in my chair and decided that with my answer, I was going to make friends with Amy. I figured that if I was offered the job, I would ultimately be working for her, so I might as well test my ability to survive in what would be a challenging environment. More about this later… ...read more
When you’ve Got ‘Splaining to do’!
Published on July 03, 2012 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: how to find a job, job interview, job interview preparation, job interviews, job interviews. finding a job, job search, quitting a job
I am sure all of us at one time or another has fantasized about telling our boss to “take this job and shove it!” No matter how tempting it may be to spontaneously quit a job, the thrill is rather fleeting once reality kicks in and you realize you now have to find another one. The killer question Why did you quit a job without having another one? It’s so much easier to find a job when you have one because quitting without another job raises a red flag that every employer will hone in on. ...read more
Playground Rules 101
Published on June 03, 2012 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: first 90 day of a new job, interview preparation, job interview, job interview preparation, job search, leadership onboarding
Playground Rules 101 Would you like to know how to make a great impression during your next job interview? It’s Easy! Just remember the rules of the playground you learned as a child. Play nice in the sandbox No matter what your level of experience or occupation, employers want to know that you can get along with others and be a good team player. You can do this by demonstrating your ability to build and maintain professional relationships across organizations and with customers. ...read more
Ultimate Top Insider Job Interview Tip
Published on August 02, 2011 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: interview preparation, job interview, job interviews, job search
I am going to reveal my number one, ultimate top insider job interview tip to you! Simply stated, Breathe and Smile! Skeptical? Sure you are! I am going to share with you the importance of proper breathing and wearing a natural smile during a job interview in order to transform and improve your interview performance. My clients swear by the success of these simple tactics. ...read more
Networking for Jobs...We let Mikey Try it...And he Liked it!
Published on February 27, 2011 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: job interview, job search, linkedin, networking, social networking
Would you like to see how networking for jobs can work for you? It only took Mike, a Panoramic client, 24 hours to land an interview and establish two solid working leads leveraging LinkedIn's networking opportunities. ...read more
The Early Bird Catches the Worm
Published on February 04, 2011 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: interview preparation, job interview, job interviews, job search, networking, resume, Resume Follow Up
Okay, so we all know what this famous saying means, success comes to those who prepare well, put in effort, and hopefully get there first! But what does this mean for job seekers? There are many benefits to being an early bird when job hunting. Today, I will tell you about a success story that happened this week to a Panoramic Resumes client. ...read more
Can You Solve Puzzles?
Published on January 17, 2011 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: free resume advice, job interview, job search, resume, resume critique, resume format, resume updates, resume writing, targeted resumes
In order to be 100% effective, a resume should be custom written to, in a matter of seconds, convey to hiring managers that you are uniquely qualified to be successful in the job to which you are applying. ...read more
Keep Plowing through your Job Search during the Holidays
Published on December 03, 2010 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: job interview, job search, Networking, resume, Social Networking
I am going to tell you why it's so important to continue your job search through the holidays. First, think about this.....who of your friends and family stop working, stop generating income, from December 1 to January 1? I don't know of anyone. Do you know of any company's that shut down for the month of December? I don't either. ...read more
What do House Cleaning and Applying for a Job have in Common?
Published on October 05, 2010 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: interview attire, interview preparation, job interview, Job Search
Absolutely nothing. Ladies and gentleman, when out and about applying for jobs, perhaps going from one retail outlet to another, please do not dress in a way that leads potential employers to believe you just cleaned out your garage. ...read more
Gentlemen, Say Yes To the Suit and Tie
Published on September 24, 2009 By: Marjorie KavanaghTags: how to tie a tie, interview attire, job interview
Many men ask if they should wear a suit and tie to job interviews - Wear a Suit and Tie to a Job Interview. Sorry guys, the unequivocal answer is yes. You must wear a suit and tie to a job interview. The only exception to this is if you are advised by the potential employer not to. ...read more
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