Tips on what to avoid during your job search

Tips on what to avoid during your job search

Many job seekers are usually in a hurry to send their resumes for an open position, but the reality is recruiters and hiring managers get hundreds of applicants for each opening. To stand out from the crowd, you must identify the common mistakes job seekers make and...
The Art of Crafting a Post Interview Thank You Letter

The Art of Crafting a Post Interview Thank You Letter

Deliver a Quality Post-Interview Thank You Letter and Increase the Likelihood of Securing an Offer I once had a Development Team Lead I was working with who had secured an offer tell me “I’m so surprised by this. Remember when I sent that follow up note to the Manager...
Defeating Anxiety in Interviews

Defeating Anxiety in Interviews

Early in my career, I remember an interview with a director for a position I really wanted. He had a reputation for giving difficult questions in an interview to try to trick you and to see how smart you were. As the interview drew closer my anxiety increased, so did...
Pre Interview Exercise

Pre Interview Exercise

Interview preparation is key to landing any job. There is the common advice to know the details of the job you’re interviewing for and how your skills fit into the role, but have you considered how to organize your responses to ensure you make the best impression?...