If you think most hiring decisions are based on your experience and qualifications then you better keep reading. Your resume gets you in the door, but how you interview determines whether you're offered the job. Even the smartest and most qualified job seekers need to prepare for their job interviews. Why, you ask? Interview skills are learned, and there are no second chances to make a great first impression.
In this book, you ́ll discover: • What hiring managers and HR professionals want you to know and prepare before showing up • Preparing effectively and efficiently so you don't get bogged down or overlook anything critical • How to introduce yourself to make a strong first impression • Understanding the differences between traditional and competency-based interviews • How to handle tricky questions to avoid ruling yourself out as a candidate or limiting your upside potential (e.g. salary question) • Questions you should ask to demonstrate your preparation and qualities while eliciting interesting information and discussion • How to do a detailed professional inventory and craft powerful stories about what you'll bring to the role • Research methods to adequately understand the company and what's expected of you
This guide is for anyone who is planning on going to any interview, regardless of whether you are applying for your much desired position at your dream company or a top MBA program. The purpose of this guide is to help you think for yourself and, at the same time, provide you with insider tips that usually only interviewers know. So update your resume, polish those black shoes, iron that dress shirt, and start practicing answering all the interview questions you could think of. There is no better time than now to read this book!
