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How to Prepare for an Interview – Checklist

By Janet Scarborough Civitelli, Ph.D. Last updated on October 3, 2021

Many people feel unsure about how to prepare for an interview. It’s helpful to follow a checklist of actions to take, so here is one you can use.

__ Clarify with the employer the format of the interview (in person, video, or phone).… Read more... “How to Prepare for an Interview – Checklist”

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How to Answer “What Are Your Strengths?”

By Janet Scarborough Civitelli, Ph.D. Last updated on December 1, 2021

Strengths

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“What are your strengths?” is a very common job interview question. Your response to this question should describe the alignment between the requirements of the job and your specific measurable accomplishments.

Here are the steps to take to ensure you have a great answer to this job interview question.… Read more... “How to Answer “What Are Your Strengths?””

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How to Answer “Tell Me About Yourself”

By Janet Scarborough Civitelli, Ph.D. Last updated on March 31, 2021

Tell Me About Yourself

Probably the most common first job interview question is, “Tell me about yourself.” This question causes anxiety for a lot of job seekers because the question seems so broad, but this question isn’t as open-ended as it appears at first glance.… Read more... “How to Answer “Tell Me About Yourself””

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Use Detective Skills to Evaluate a Job Offer

By Janet Scarborough Civitelli, Ph.D. Last updated on March 31, 2021

Detective Skills to Evaluate Job Offers

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When companies recruit you, they often stretch the truth or outright lie. To find out the truth, you have to use detective skills to evaluate a job offer.… Read more... “Use Detective Skills to Evaluate a Job Offer”

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How to Calm Your Job Interview Anxiety

By Janet Scarborough Civitelli, Ph.D. Last updated on April 1, 2021

Keep Calm and Land the Job

If you have a job interview coming up, these strategies will help you to calm your job interview anxiety so that you can perform at your best.

Reassure yourself that there are always other job opportunities so that you don’t fall into the trap of thinking this is your last chance ever to land a great job.… Read more... “How to Calm Your Job Interview Anxiety”

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