Consultant Corner
Happy Interviewing Step 1: Before The Interview
04/26/2011
Be prepared! The way you present in an interview will either get you the job or not. Research the company including their web page. DO NOT WALK INTO AN INTERVIEW WITHOUT KNOWING WHAT THEY DO! Prepare questions - you are interviewing them as well. Arrive at least 10-15 minutes before the scheduled time and take into account things like signing in at the front desk, parking, filling out an appl
Happy Interviewing Step 2: During The Interview...
04/26/2011
TAKE AN ACTIVE ROLE IN THE INTERVIEW!! Remember that no matter what you are asked, what they really want to know is, "How does what you have done in the past apply to what we are doing here?" Interviewers want to know what you have to offer them, so be prepared to tell them! Always give examples of what you have done. Careful thought should be given to all questio
Happy Interviewing Step 3: During The Interview - Know Your Resume!
04/26/2011
Know Your Own Resume... Know it in detail. Yes, you wrote it, but REALLY know it and HOW to elaborate on it. Talk about current projects, systems, team dynamics, challenges that you have or have had and how you overcame them (remember they know nothing about you and 95% of the time probably have not "read" your resume - in fact, you can safely assume they have not). Compli
Happy Interviewing Part 4: Show Me The Money!!!
04/26/2011
RULE: First person to name a number loses!!!!! If you name a number that is too high, you are out. If you name a number that is too low, you have left money on the table that could be yours. Here are some examples of how you can answer the salary question: "Although salary is important, it is not my only consideration. The most important thing to me is career gro
Happy Interviewing Part 5: If You Want It, Take It!
04/26/2011
It is critical that you are very proactive; you need to close the interview in a strong, confident manner. Consider this: Ask them if they see you fitting in the role. Ask if they have any questions or concerns - let them know that you want them to be honest. Try to address the concerns right there if you can. If not, maybe a few references would be good to talk to.&n