The everything job interview book : all you need to make a great first impression and land the perfect job /
No matter how good your resume looks on paper, you won't get the job until you ace the interview. That critical one-on-one interview is your best chance to showcase your skills-if you make a good impression. In The Everything Job Interview Book, 2nd Edition, you'll learn how to do just tha...
| Основен автор: | Darlington, Joy. |
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| Други автори: | Schuman, Nancy., Adams, Bob, 1955- |
| Формат: | Електронна книга |
| Език: | English |
| Публикувано: |
Avon, Mass. :
Adams Media,
2008.
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| Издание: | 2nd ed. |
| Серия: |
Everything series.
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| Онлайн достъп: |
http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&AN=417719 |
| Подобни документи: |
Print version::
Everything job interview book. |
Съдържание:
- pt. I. Job interview strategies. 1. Developing a strategy : Defining your goals ; Career tests ; Recruiters/career counselors ; Job-seeking techniques ; Creating your resume ; Cover letters ; Applying your strategy
- 2. Pre-interview planning : Interview research ; How to find the information you need ; Internet research ; Practice makes perfect ; Mock interview
- 3. Interview day : Dress for success ; Pre-interview preparations ; Ten ways to ace an interview ; Ten ways not to win an interview ; Ready, set, go!
- 4. The first defining moments : Time of arrival ; Waiting for the interviewer ; Introducing yourself ; Starting off on the right foot ; Set a tone ; Your first interview probably won't be your last
- 5. Getting down to business : Making a lasting impression ; Showcase your knowledge ; Answering questions ; Preparing your own questions ; Illegal questions ; Ending the interview
- 6. After the interview : Saying "thank you" ; Anatomy of a letter ; Following up ; Press on ; Taking "no" for an answer ; Securing a second interview
- 7. The job offer : Do you really want this job? ; Will you be comfortable in this job environment? ; Will this job help your career? ; How do you negotiate a fair salary? ; Are you happy?
- pt. II. Types of interviews. 8. Traditional interview types : Structured versus unstructured interviews ; Informational interviews ; Phone interviews ; Screening interviews ; One-on-one interviews ; Group interviews
- 9. Alternative interview types : Professional portfolio interview ; Shadow interview ; Case interview ; Performance-based interview ; Videoconferencing interview ; Lunch interview ; Stress interview ; Computer-assisted job interviews.
- pt. III. Interview questions you may be asked. 10. Skills and experience
- 11. Job and culture compatibility
- 12. Interpersonal skills
- 13. Problem-solving ability
- 14. Enthusiasm and motivation
- 15. Creativity and leadership skills
- 16. Professionalism
- 17. Your accomplishments
- 18. Career goals and personal interests
- 19. The abominable zinger
- 20. Special situations : Students and recent graduates ; Career changers ; Re-entering the job market ; Re-entering the job market after being laid off or fired
- Appendix: Sample job interview questions.