Tag Archives: savvy job search

Lay of the Land – Hiring Insights

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I’m seeing some interesting trends through my clients’ experiences, and after being interviewed for a trade magazine article about the current hiring landscape, I’m curious to see if these insights resonate with you. (Note to self: Get better about posting links to my interviews) The candidate with the most experience doesn’t always get the job. […]

You, the Brand

I did a workshop a few weeks ago about job interviewing. And when I talked about the importance of making sure that your interview is consistent with your personal brand, I had several blank looks from workshop participants. What can I tell you about branding that you don’t already know? From a career coach perspective, […]

“Plays well with others” Factor

Think the interview is all about impressing them with your skills and experience? Think again. More and more companies are hiring with “the likeability factor” in mind – the right credentials and the right personality. In an Associated Press article in November 2007, one company admitted to putting candidates through a full-day of interviews. Their […]