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PACKAGE: The job interview

A series of stories outlining a successful strategy for mastering the job interview.


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Do's and don'ts of interviewing for a job

When John Hemon interviewed for a job as a salesperson with major electronics retailer in St. Louis, the 61-year-old father of four knew he would have to overcome perceptions about his age. “I saw this kid walk in to interview me and I thought, ‘Oh no, I’m out,’” Hemon says. But Hemon was wrong.

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Wearing out; Job interview attire an important part of success

For most women, it's a daily struggle.

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Make sure the eyes have it when interviewing for a job

Strong eye contact during an interview can make or break your chances for getting the job, says Allison Hemming, president of The Hired Guns, a New York-based workforce agency. “Human interaction is critical in the workplace,” explains Hemming, author of “Work It! Maintaining strong eye contact doesn’t mean you have to stare vacantly at the person you are interviewing with. Helpful tips.

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Some interview questions don't deserve a response

“Are you planning to have children anytime soon?”. “Will you be taking any time off for Yom Kippur?”. “I assume you can pass our drug test, but are you on any medication?”. Interviewers often use questions like these to learn more about potential employees.

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All about me; Tackling the toughest interview question

Your one-on-one with your potential new boss is going well. You've demonstrated your knowledge of the company’s strengths and weaknesses, identified its competitors and talked up your own successes in the industry — all without a single sign of insecurity or doubt.

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Good interviews aren't always based on basics; Less obvious action can help raise your profile

When interviewing for a job, it's important to speak clearly and to be honest about your past and potential. 1. Don't turn down a glass of water or cup of coffee if offered. 2. Ask questions, but don't insult the interviewer. 3. Whenever possible, give specific examples of the ways the company or company's product already has impacted your life or how it will impact it in the future.

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INTERVIEW TIP: Standard interview questions require preparation

While it’s important for job candidates to research the specifics of a company, they shouldn’t neglect the necessary preparation for the standard questions. “A well-prepared person should be able to weather most questions with relative ease,” says Ted Martin, CEO of Martin Partners, a search firm recruiting senior management team members in Chicago.

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Brief: INTERVIEW TIP; Form and function

When dressing for an interview, your accessories can either make you stand out from the crowd or make your potential employer wonder what you were thinking.

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Brief: INTERVIEW TIP; First things first

Research suggests if an interviewer forms a negative impression of you within the first five minutes, your chance of landing a job offer approaches zilch.

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Brief: INTERVIEW TIP; Me again

What you say during an interview is always important, but it's what you do after the interview that could land you the job.

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