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Interviewing

We all know that to get a good job in today's economy is not simple, but in most cases are really competitive. Hence in order to get a job, you need to concentrate and do the the best of your ability to Ace an interview. Although the pressure is on you and on your skills, but the interviewer is also has numerous amount pressure on him/her - interviewer has a small amount of time in his/her hands to see that indeed you are the right candidate for the job.  1.) What are some typical interview questions and good responses?    One of the most obvious question: Can you do the job? First of all it is important to know that though this question may sound easy, but it is more complex than you may think. Every interviewer tries to find your skills that are required to have in order to do the job, so it is important to bring relevant skills to the job that you are applying for. The answer should be yes, and then highlight your skills, your similar previous job e...

Resume

Resume  A resume is a short introduction about yourself and a summary of you accomplishments, education,  abilities and skills.  A resume must be organised in section and have at least three important parts  A information section Education background  Skills  You can also add to your resume some of this information  Work experience Achievements  Volunteer activities    Note:  A resume is not a letter. It is more like an outline of  your skills and achievements in  life Fredy Camas

Different Types of Interviews

When searching for a job, there are different types of interviews you may end up participating in. It is important to know about the differences, so you are better prepared. This list will better prepare you for what to expect.   Six different types of interviews : 1. The behavioral interview 2. The situational interview 3. The structural interview 4. The unstructured interview 5. The panel interview 6. The telephone interview Information on what they mean : 1. Behavioral interview is a technique that is used by employers so they can learn about your past behavior in specific situations. 2. Situational interview is a person who is currently looking for work that asked to respond to a certain situation they may face on the job. 3. Structured interview is an estimate research method often employed in survey research. 4. Unstructured interview is a formal meeting in which questions are not arranged. 5. Panel interview is where a candidate is ...

Types of Interviews

Types of Interviews Group Interview: Whenever you go to an interview and you end up in a group interview, it's usually not the manager that's doing the hiring it's sometimes a recruiter letting a manager know which candidate is a fit for employment.     One on One Interview: This is the real deal. This is usually the actual interview with the manager. This is the time where you've got to bring out your inner pride and show the manager what you're worth to his corporation. Phone Interview: Before you get called to an actual interview sometimes you may receive an interview on the phone. This is usually done so that the manager may get in touch with you.  - Yusuf Junjua 

Interview

Interviews are one of the toughest challenges we have to go through in our life, but even the hardest fights have solutions. There are many different types of interviews, of the many there are 6 major types of interviews : Structured Interview: Formal and organized, starts easily but becomes harder as time passes.   Unstructured Interview: Open ended questions, the  interviewer  relies on you, and what you have to say about yourself. Stress Interview: Most likely for higher positions, candidates are put in positions where they are tested for how they'd work under  pressure . Behavioral Interview: Focuses on your prior experience, candidates are asked about how they handled certain situations in the past. Problem Solving or Case Interview: Candidate will be tested on communication and analytical skills, and will be asked to solve problems. Panel Interview: A bunch of staff  members  will be gathered to ask a candid...

The Advantages of A Resume

It is essential that people understand the importance of their resume. Your resume is your first impression to an employer, it's almost like your advertisement. It has been said that when looking at resumes, employers look for every reason not to hire someone. I know that might sound a little backwards, but it's true. Employers look at so many resumes everyday it's as if they narrow it down by process of elimination. Now with knowing this information you want to make sure your resume is a few things. First, you want to make sure your resume has all correct spelling and usage of grammar.  Second, you want to make sure your resume is organized and clear to understand. You want to make sure that your sections are in bold. Such as education, experience, skills, etc. Therefore, it is easy for the employer to easily locate the information they're looking for. Third, you want to make sure your resume is targeted towards the job that you are applying for. For example, if yo...

Dress for Success

Dress for Success  First impression matter, one of the most important elements while looking for jobs, or looking for and promotion is your overall image. First of all choose you outfit properly, here are some outlines for dressing according  the occasion you could be  facing later on.  Outfit for Women     White blouse      Black skirt or pants     Shoes clean and polished Outfit for Men  White shirt Black pants  Shoes clean and polished  Fredy Camas

Maybe I'll try this.

Networking is a social skill everyone must have. It's a process where you meet different people and showcase who you are. There are many forms of networking, some people use social media others use jobs they have and network with people they meet at their job. I believe social media can also be a tool to networking with others as well. Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat are just a few ways you can network with your friends or coworkers. Majority of my friends are on my social media page, they follow what I do on a daily basis and see my likes and dislikes. How I network is really easy, I worked for a catering company and the events we used to do varied from hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and legal events. I used my social skills to open doors for myself and really talked my way into the business that I served for. Networking is all about connections, making them and keeping them. How to make a connection with someone is: 1. Give the person your information. 2. Make su...

Quick tips: Dos and Don'ts of writing a resume

Here are some tips to write a resume that will help boost your chance of getting whatever job you go after: Tip #1 : BE HONEST ! Don't write on your resume that you speak Spanish fluently if the only phrase you know is Buenas Dias. If you lie on the resume, your potential job may find out and it can be grounds for completely dismissing you. Also, if you are willing to lie on your resume, the company might think you won't be an honest employee. Tip #2 : Customize your resume to whatever job and position you're going for. If you're applying to Burger King, list any experiences you have working in the food industry or whatever skills you have being as a cashier. If you're applying to an office position, list any experience you have working with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, how many words your can type per minute, etc.  Tip #3: DON'T add any personal information! There's no need to add your birth date, social security, height, weight, or the f...