by Joe Stein | Interviewing
For some employers, the traditional phone screen and interview process is not enough information for them. They believe that by adding an additional layer to the process, they can better identify who should be the individual hired. One of the most common add-ons is...
by Joe Stein | Interviewing
For some Interviewers, this question is merely a matter of routine because they ask it of all interviewed candidates as part of a set list. For most, however, it is asked of candidates that did well in the interview. In these situations, being asked the question is...
by Joe Stein | Interviewing
Recently I had an interesting conversation with a Human Resource Professional who happened to be playing the role of Hiring Manager with a couple of open positions. I was picking her brain regarding why she had struggled to fill her open slots for what were...
by Joe Stein | Interviewing
Today we will explore a question that I almost always ask when conducting an interview…”What Would Others Say about You?” I am not sure if this question has caught on enough yet to be on the list where everyone asks it, but it does result in some interesting...
by Joe Stein | Interviewing
Perhaps it is just the change of societal norms, but there seems to be a belief that sending your Interviewer a thank you note after an interview, is something that is “out” and no longer needed. While the method may have changed from the delayed response of a mailed...
by Joe Stein | Interviewing
The actual interview is an area where candidates probably do not place enough attention on when seeking a skilled trade position. So much emphasis is placed on the resume and outlining your experience and certifications in this document, that sometimes job seekers...