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How to Answer “What Are Your Strengths?”

By Janet Scarborough Civitelli, Ph.D. Last updated on February 15, 2020

“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.

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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 February 15, 2020

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 May 15, 2019

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. Here are some strategies to use:

– Sign up for accounts at CareerBliss, Glassdoor, and Indeed.… 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 November 5, 2017

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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Nonprofit Job Search Tips

By Janet Scarborough Civitelli, Ph.D. Last updated on February 2, 2016

Dear Dr. Civitelli,

I am interested in landing a job at a nonprofit and I am wondering if you can share any nonprofit job search tips with me. How do people find employment at a nonprofit organization?

Signed,
Nonprofit Job Seeker

Nonprofit Job Search

Dear Nonprofit Job Seeker,

To answer your question, I asked Steven Atamian for some nonprofit job search advice.… Read more... “Nonprofit Job Search Tips”

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