Effective networking strategies for introverts
Networking can be daunting, especially for introverts or those who find traditional networking events uncomfortable. However, effective networking doesn’t have to involve large crowds or forced conversations. Here’s how you can approach it in a way that suits your personality: Focus on quality over quantity Instead of trying to connect with as many people as […]
Facing the ‘bad cop’ in a job interview
Q: At an interview I attended last week, I felt the panel had designated one interviewer as a ‘good cop’, while another played the role of ‘bad cop’. Maybe I’m wrong, but that’s how it looked and felt to me. The good cop would ask the soft question and the bad cop would follow up […]
Prepare for the unexpected in a job interview
Q: I’m going for an important job interview next week and I really want to be ready for the unexpected. I know that’s a contradiction in terms. But are they any possibilities I should consider. My aim is to leave it all out on the pitch, as the saying goes, so any tips, or tales […]
Nine tips for a better presentation
Q: They’ve asked me to do a 12-minute presentation at a job interview next week. The presentation will focus on the challenges I see for the sector (car sales) in the years ahead. I have very little experience of this kind of thing – the interview is for the position of financial controller. Where would […]
How ‘unasked questions’ can make your answers better
Q: I have put huge work into preparing for a job interview next week. It is a position I really want to get as it will set me up for the next ten years or so of my career, either in this role or in another one that will almost certainly evolve from it. I’ve […]
Five tips on how to win over a voluntary committee in interview
Q: I’ve a job interview next week, but the employer is not your typical corporate or public organisation – they’re a community group. The successful candidate will be their first full-time employee and will manage a centre that provides a range of services to the community. I know I can do the job. But I […]
Focus on Three Key Points for a Powerful Presentation
When it comes to crafting a compelling presentation, less is often more. The key to success lies in identifying the three most crucial points you want your audience to take away. It’s not about overwhelming them with information they already possess; as the saying goes, ‘don’t tell your granny how to suck eggs.’ Many presenters […]
The Importance of Balanced Preparation for Job Interview Success
When it comes to job interviews, preparation is key. However, there’s a fine line between being well-prepared and overdoing it. Many job seekers fall into the trap of cramming all their preparation into the day before the interview, thinking it will give them an edge. In reality, this approach can do more harm than good. […]
Six unlikely tips for a great job interview
Q: I have studied a lot of your advice over the years and now I plan to put some of it to good use. Next week I’m going for my first job interview in six years. Could you outline some unlikely tips for people preparing for job interview? These could be a little left of […]
Don’t know about the company? Game over, ball burst
Q: In my last job interview, I really struggled when they asked me what I knew about the company. The truth is that I have been going through a never-ending round of interviews since leaving college and I almost didn’t even know the name of the company, let alone some details about what they do. […]