Manners Still Matter

In today’s fast-paced world, it sometimes seems like common courtesy and manners are no longer valued like they used to be. As we go about our day, simple activities such as waiting your turn, or holding the door have become seemingly obsolete as people look out for...

Done in 60 Seconds

An interview is more than just the content of what you say in response to a question. It is also how you say it. Unfortunately, most candidates sit on one side of the response spectrum or the other. On one side, you will have the quiet introvert who responds in as few...

Can They Ask That?

I am sure a large portion of the readership of WNYJOBS.com at some point in their Job Search life has asked the question “Was that legal?” or its related statement “I can’t believe they asked me that!” Many Job Seekers with experience can swap “war stories” of...

Show Some Humility in the Interview

Humility is an important and desired character trait, especially for those who are in (or seeking) leadership positions. The formal book definition of this word is “to be free of pride or arrogance.” For a leader, having humility frees them from the constraints of...

Explaining Why You’re Leaving Your Job

There are many questions that you are likely to be asked during an interview. They are so universal that you can expect it and be prepared for an answer. Almost all Hiring Managers will ask you, early in an interview, why you are leaving (or have left) your current...

Guide to Job Interviewing While Pregnant

As if being pregnant is not enough of a challenge for a person, imagine also being pregnant while conducting a job search. It seems to be like taking a near impossible task and making it that much more difficult.  This is especially true because most pregnant job...

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