VIDEO: Common list of competencies
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VIDEO: Tips on preparing for interview
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VIDEO: How to get into the right mindset before a job interview
This short video gives you tips on how to get into the right mindset before you go for that job interview. Getting into the right mindset before an interview Need our help? Complete this form below and we will get back to you [contact-form-7 id=”15430″ title=”Career & Personal Development”]
Eight tips to make the Zoom interview work
Q: I’ve a big interview coming up. I’m in at 12.15pm – when I say ‘in’, I mean by Zoom. I haven’t done an online interview before – any tips on how to make the Zoom interview work well? It all seems so un-natural. (DD, email). A: Yes, it doesn’t seem normal, but this scenario […]
VIDEO: Competency-based job interviews
Competency-based Job Interviews The key skills – preparation and execution Webinar by Liam Horan, Sli Nua Careers, in conjunction with Macra na Feirme To receive the workbook referenced in the webinar, email getthatjob@slinucareers.com Competency-based job interviews Featured image courtesy of Pixabay. Need our help? Complete this form below and we will get back […]
What does the hiring manager want?
It’s not just about you, so what does the hiring manager want? If it’s a school principal, and you’re going for the deputy principal positon, figure out what are they looking for. What do they like? What do they exhibit that you should also try to exhibit? It might be hard work; it might be […]
Preparing for an interview is a bit like gold mining
Q: I need some advice on preparing for an interview. There are not many opportunities like this in the current climate and I need to do well. I understand research and preparation are crucial. But what else would it take to get to be the chosen one? (BC, email). A: It is harder to be […]
The power of introverts
Q: I’m a young professional. I would describe myself as an introvert. My reserved nature seems to clash with the apparently mandatory skill of ‘excellent communication skills’ that I so often see in job specs. I feel I am at a disadvantage when compared to more outgoing people. Any advice will help. (BC, email). A: […]
Remember, it takes two to tango
The bloodied boxer stumbled back to his corner at the end of the round and muttered that “I was doing grand until he hit me”. Job interviews might feel that way too: like the mice and the men, you can lay your plans quite brilliantly, only for an interviewer to throw you off with the […]
How to zoom at your own pace
Q: The whole world is on, about to go on, or just after coming off, a Zoom call. I am far from comfortable on it and that makes me feel inadequate. My company has just announced daily group Zoom calls, as if once a week weren’t bad enough. How can I get over my fears? […]