Interview Tips
Mastering the Interview: The STAR Method
As executive recruiters, we’re often asked, “What’s the best way to make a lasting impression in a job interview?” After years of conducting hundreds of interviews, one strategy stands out above the rest: candidates who use the STAR Method consistently move to the next stage and are more likely to land the job. What is…
Read MoreInterview Tips: 6 Key Skills and Common Questions to Master
Preparing for a job interview can be daunting, especially when you encounter unexpected questions. However, many interviews focus on common skill sets such as oral communication and problem-solving. By practicing answers to typical questions, you can significantly impress your interviewer. Below, we’ve compiled some common interview questions based on six essential skill sets. Communication Purpose:…
Read MoreA Beginner’s Guide To Interview Colors
Whether it’s an online or an in-person interview, need to make sure that the first impression you make is a strong one. Because the colors you wear send subliminal messages to the brain, learning the meaning behind them can help convey the right emotions to the interviewer. If you are doing a Zoom interview, consider your background when choosing colors.
While no color is strictly off-limits, some colors should only be worn as accents. Additionally, jewel tones and pastels are better than bright or neon colors. According to CareerBuilder, 23% of hiring managers recommended blue, and 15% recommended black. Orange was the color most likely to be associated with someone who is unprofessional by 25%.
Read MoreHow to Confidently Conduct Your Next Candidate Interview
When it comes to interviewing, there is often the assumption that hiring managers know how to interview candidates in a meaningful way that provides clarity around applicants’ expertise and overall fit with open roles. However, depending on their experience interviewing, managers can be just as nervous as candidates. After all, hiring managers are human too.…
Read MoreFirst Interview Intentions
In an initial interview the interviewer has just one intention: to decide whether or not to invest more time and move forward into the next step in the process. They will examine your work history, educational background, strengths and accomplishments to determine the value you will bring to the organization. He or she is also…
Read MorePreparing For Your Interview
First Impressions can make or break the interview. It is amazing how many people show up to their interviews without preparing. Would you accept a speaking engagement without first practicing? Then why would you head to an interview that could change the course of your career without some prior research and practice? Make sure to…
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