Upcoming interview for a technical Dream Job. Problem is, I've been working in a similar-ish industry, but don't have any professional experience directly related. How can I better emphasize my broad technical background, autodidact tendencies and passion for the industry to help assuage concerns the interviewer may have? [more inside]
posted on Jul 3, 2008 - 3 answers
How big of a deal is it to be looking for a job without a job? [more inside]
posted on Jun 29, 2008 - 12 answers
Re-interviewing for a job. How much do I need to explain about why I turned them down 6 months ago? [more inside]
posted on Jun 25, 2008 - 6 answers
I have a job interview on Wednesday for a very interesting non-profit organization involved with animal research (for good purposes). All of my suits are skirt/jacket combos. I'm very short...too short for pant suits, and no time for alterations. The skirt suits wouldn't be a problem if I didn't have a huge tattoo on my leg. In my former career in creative arts, tattoos were acceptable and even commonplace. I'm not sure if this is a big deal with the new field. Nylons look silly over the work, and tights make me look like a little girl. Plus, it's very hot out. Is showing the tattoo something I should worry about? Do you think it will be viewed negatively? Any suggestions to help make me look more professional? [more inside]
posted on Jun 16, 2008 - 32 answers
My first job interview is coming up and I'm wondering which is the lesser of two evils to disclose. [more inside]
posted on Jun 15, 2008 - 34 answers
I have an upcoming phone interview for a teaching position at a community college. What kind of questions should I expect?
posted on Jun 8, 2008 - 9 answers 
Through a weird wormhole of coincidence, I'm meeting up with a person who is leaving her job at a magazine. I happen to be good friends with a guy who just passed the first round of interviews to replace her, and I know he wants this position badly. Is there anything I can do to take advantage of this coincidence on my friend's behalf? [more inside]
posted on Jun 4, 2008 - 14 answers
I'm at the second interview for a job I'm interested in. I'm currently employed and not actively looking (I was recruited for this new position). They've asked me to bring in salary requirements; how is this usually done? [more inside]
posted on May 22, 2008 - 12 answers
What should my fifty-something husband wear to a creative advertising interview at a hip, west coast company? It's a senior creative position in the advertising wing of the company, which markets high-tech products in proprietary retail outlets. [more inside]
posted on May 12, 2008 - 17 answers
Help me recover from my faux pas! I am applying for a new job (within the agency I currently work for) and I asked about the salary before the interview, which the supervisor did not like. How can I handle this so I don't completely blow my chance at this job? [more inside]
posted on May 8, 2008 - 17 answers
I'm interviewing for jobs. I've stated that I can work immediately (which is true), but I have a week-long trip at the end of May. Should I disclose this at my interviews? Does my going on a trip lessen my chance of getting the job if I do say something?
posted on May 2, 2008 - 16 answers
At what point in the job interview process is it appropriate to inquire what the salary might look like? [more inside]
posted on May 2, 2008 - 16 answers
I got invited to a group interview for a job. [more inside]
posted on Apr 21, 2008 - 33 answers
invited to "Mac Specialist Seminar".... what should i know? [more inside]
posted on Apr 14, 2008 - 4 answers
I just found out that I have an phone interview for a faculty (assistant professor) position (biology) at a liberal-arts college this Wednesday afternoon. Yay! But I've never actually had a formal interview before. Help! Also, I'm pregnant. Questions and advice requests inside. [more inside]
posted on Apr 14, 2008 - 23 answers
Help my friend not be misperceived so that she can get a job!
My friend is super smart, very industrious, a wonderful team member but... makes faces and has a certain demeanor that makes people think that she has, as one person put it, "an attitude problem."
This label is TOTALLY NOT deserved, but I do understand why people might get this impression.
What can she do to ensure that she comes off as more "likable" in a job interview? [more inside]
posted on Apr 4, 2008 - 14 answers
How do I say 'Thanks, no really!' after an unsuccessful job interview, without looking like the needy girl whose long-time crush has blown her out after one date? [more inside]
posted on Apr 3, 2008 - 14 answers
My first interview is tomorrow. Do you have actual, useful advice? How can I stay calm? [more inside]
posted on Apr 3, 2008 - 21 answers
Is it becoming the norm for people to be hired without an in-person interview? [more inside]
posted on Feb 27, 2008 - 10 answers
I'm a college freshman about to experience technical (CS) interviews for the first time. What can I do to prepare? [more inside]
posted on Feb 20, 2008 - 15 answers
Seeking advice for interviewing for an internal position... [more inside]
posted on Dec 3, 2007 - 8 answers
My partner is currently applying for a director position with a non-profit that she is currently on the board of. Obviously, she has a lot of 'insider information' about the direction of the organization. How should she handle this in the interviews? Do search committees handle interviews for someone in her position differently then someone less familar with the org? Any tips would be appreciated.
posted on Nov 19, 2007 - 8 answers
Legal job filter: I think a firm is sitting on my resume until they hear back from their first round of offerees, is it presumptuous to send an email? [more inside]
posted on Oct 12, 2007 - 10 answers
I've set up some informational interviews. Now, what do I ask the people so I don't seem like a dumbass? [more inside]
posted on Oct 5, 2007 - 7 answers
Jobfilter: What does it mean when the people who interviewed you start ignoring you? [more inside]
posted on Oct 2, 2007 - 15 answers
Where should I buy a suit? I'm a 23-year-old woman interviewing for my first real jobs, which will be entry level in marketing or printing. [more inside]
posted on Oct 1, 2007 - 17 answers
What research topic should I do if I want to impress a future job interviewer to get into technical/business consulting or even project management sometime down the track? [more inside]
posted on Sep 29, 2007 - 8 answers
It's easy to find information about acing an interview, but how to gracefully bow out if during that process you determine it isn't a great fit? [more inside]
posted on Aug 26, 2007 - 15 answers
I am about to interview for a job which I am vastly under qualified for. What the can I talk about? [more inside]
posted on Aug 23, 2007 - 16 answers
I need advice on a thorny job interview problem. Do I mention that I have a nemesis? [more inside]
posted on Aug 23, 2007 - 12 answers
JobFilter: What is your best advice to a teenager who is jobhunting, in regards to the actual interview? [more inside]
posted on Jul 19, 2007 - 31 answers
How do I defend my mild depression against a HR Director? [more inside]
posted on Jul 16, 2007 - 14 answers
I am planning on leaving my job soon, because I work in a "toxic" environment with a miserable and mean boss. When asked in an interview why I left this job, how am I supposed to respond? [more inside]
posted on Jul 14, 2007 - 19 answers
first job interview question(s) [more inside]
posted on Jun 12, 2007 - 17 answers
I recently went thru an extremely long interview process. thru 3 interviews, i made the cut from 70 people, to 20, to 4. There were 2 positions available. I had the interview of my life and didnt get the job. Now i have another interview for a similar position in another company. Please help me get it. [more inside]
posted on Jun 9, 2007 - 13 answers
I was offered a job that starts next week. I have an interview tomorrow for a job I'd rather have. How should I approach this during the interview?
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posted on Jun 6, 2007 - 10 answers
What kind of salary can I expect as a computer lab technology coordinator at a fancy private school in the Boston area? [more inside]
posted on Jun 5, 2007 - 4 answers
How to handle giving personal references... when you don't know anyone? [more inside]
posted on May 22, 2007 - 14 answers
I was fired almost 8 months ago, now I've got an interview. Help me spin this to my advantage. [more inside]
posted on Apr 20, 2007 - 14 answers
How do you deal with a company's request for a transcript if your grades aren't that great? [more inside]
posted on Apr 6, 2007 - 13 answers
We're looking for workers in the Ft. Lauderdale area. Where should we place job ads? [more inside]
posted on Mar 15, 2007 - 8 answers
How to handle an unexpected termination in a job interview? [more inside]
posted on Mar 14, 2007 - 20 answers
I just started a great new job. My dream company just called to offer an interview. I have no idea how I should handle all this. [more inside]
posted on Mar 9, 2007 - 28 answers
Prospective new employer keeps harping on the same question. [more inside]
posted on Mar 7, 2007 - 22 answers
Is your job title "Project Manager"? If so, what is it that you really do on a day to day basis? [more inside]
posted on Mar 5, 2007 - 26 answers
What are some generic "technical interview" questions you've received? Help me land my dream job! [more inside]
posted on Feb 8, 2007 - 21 answers
I am interviewing for a network engineering position. They like me and my knowledge base. However, I have never worked with the actual model of equipment they use. I have experience with similar products and I am a very quick learner. They would like me to come in for a day to see how I work and how quickly I can pick up things. What is a good way to show them how quickly I learn? [more inside]
posted on Jan 30, 2007 - 18 answers
I just went through a fairly extensive interview process. I thought I nailed it after each step on the way. I ended up not getting the job, so there's [more inside]
posted on Jan 18, 2007 - 27 answers
how do I know when not to accept a job? [more inside]
posted on Jan 12, 2007 - 22 answers
How do I schedule interviews for a new job while I'm employed full-time? [more inside]
posted on Dec 28, 2006 - 11 answers
My friend seeks a job as a web developer in NYC. He's gotten the impression that no one will interview him if he's not already a resident of the Big Apple. Is this accurate? [more inside]
posted on Nov 22, 2006 - 10 answers
I recently had a terrific first interview for a position at a very nice four-star hotel. I'm scheduled for a follow-up phone interview in a few days during which I will be asked a few "general business questions about my background". What sort of questions should I expect? [more inside]
posted on Nov 18, 2006 - 10 answers
InterviewFilter -- Should I wear a skirt suit to a job interview for a para-professional position? [more inside]
posted on Oct 20, 2006 - 3 answers
Dealing with odd job interview questions (What kind of a fruit am I?) [more inside]
posted on Oct 11, 2006 - 27 answers
What do I tell prospective employers about my current job situation?
I am not happy at my new job and am looking for a different one. I began my current position only 5 weeks ago, and I realize that it is not a good fit for me. I took the job out of desperation-I was broke and stupidly decided to take the first well-paying thing that offered. What do I say, or not say, to employers that I am now interviewing with? Some background: Just finished my Master's degree and I have never done something like this before.
posted on Oct 10, 2006 - 17 answers
Does your placement during the job inverview process make a difference? [more inside]
posted on Oct 9, 2006 - 13 answers
How can I be more confident in my job interview this week?
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posted on Oct 8, 2006 - 17 answers
I have to go on a few job interviews for web producer positions in the UK. I've got a suit, and a collarless black jacket/suit which I quite like and isn't too far off the norm. But I need a good shirt.
What colour shirt should I go for? White? Blue? Lilac? Should it be a "name" shirt eg Boss, Ralph Lauren or will any good quality shirt do?
posted on Sep 6, 2006 - 12 answers
A potential employer wants to conduct a phone interview. What's the best place to be when the call comes in? [more inside]
posted on Aug 7, 2006 - 26 answers
College Student working for large corporation the past two summers in a field unrelated to my degree. My boss set me up an appointment with an area I am very interested in. How can I secure a internship with that department next year? [more inside]
posted on Jul 31, 2006 - 1 answers
About one month ago, I had a phone interview for a position at a company based in a Seattle (I live in CA). Though I did not get the job, a mutual fit was evident with the only exception being that I do not have the desired management experience. Next week I will be on vacation in Seattle and I initiated a "casual chat" meeting with my contact at his office. How should I handle the meeting given that his company aligns fairly closely with my "dream employer" scenario? A subtle yet important detail is that... [more inside]
posted on Jul 28, 2006 - 5 answers
Dressing for the interview with a twist or two. I am flying to an interview with an Internet company in less than two weeks. I received the agenda just now and the recruiter notes "I would recommend professional attire." Help... [more inside]
posted on Jul 27, 2006 - 51 answers
I'm interviewing for a developer position at a software company in Silicon Valley in a couple of weeks. The dress code there is casual. What should I wear to the interview? [more inside]
posted on Jun 30, 2006 - 26 answers
Should a job interview faux pas be addressed in a thank you email? [more inside]
posted on Jun 19, 2006 - 18 answers
Tomorrow I have a telephone interview for a job at a regional metro daily newspaper. What might they ask me? And, er, how should I answer? [more inside]
posted on May 27, 2006 - 13 answers
How, under Equal Employment Opportunity, can a prospective employer ask you to sign a HIPAA waiver? [more inside]
posted on Apr 26, 2006 - 8 answers
JobHuntFilter: I'm looking for good, practical books with advice about the process –– how to write a compelling cover letter, what to wear to an interview, etc. I'm especially interested in short, succinct books like Don't Send a Resume. Thanks.
posted on Apr 12, 2006 - 11 answers
Five minutes ago, I heard about an interview that will take place tonight. Does anyone know anything about the firm IQPC, or the conference industry, that could help me get this job, and get to New York? [more inside]
posted on Mar 31, 2006 - 9 answers
You know that part of the job interview, where they ask you if you have any questions? I have a hard time thinking of questions. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted on Mar 28, 2006 - 29 answers
I'm falling down on the actual interviews - what should I be doing, reading, projecting, etc ...?
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posted on Mar 27, 2006 - 8 answers
Have you aced an interview? How'd you do it?
posted on Mar 26, 2006 - 21 answers
How do I explain to potential employers why I'm leaving my job? I've only been here a few months, but its already time to start looking. [more inside]
posted on Mar 8, 2006 - 23 answers
How can I impress my future (hopefully!) boss during my phone interview? [more inside]
posted on Feb 6, 2006 - 16 answers
What are likely questions to be asked at an academic job interview? [more inside]
posted on Jan 30, 2006 - 12 answers
I'm getting married this summer. I'm also currently seeking employment. At what point should I let possible employers know that I'm going to need time off for the wedding and honeymoon? (The date is already set.)
posted on Jan 24, 2006 - 10 answers
In an interview for a programming job today, I was asked to write out code for a programming problem on a whiteboard. After the interview, it's bugging me that I can't figure out the "optimal" solution that they said existed, but we didn't have time to discuss. [more inside]
posted on Dec 22, 2005 - 70 answers
I've got a marathon job interview coming up, and I'm looking for advice on: a professional purse or briefcase I can use; how to stay energized, alert and upbeat for two consecutive days; cultural things I should be aware of in northeast Florida. [more inside]
posted on Jul 20, 2005 - 15 answers
Are pantyhose really necessary for a job a interview? [more inside]
posted on Jul 10, 2005 - 29 answers
Right now, I'm an applicant for a position I'm really interested in getting. What tricks can you suggest to help my chances of obtaining the position? What worked for you?
posted on Jun 20, 2005 - 17 answers
I need some winning responses to the dreaded "What are your strengths/weaknesses" job interview question (Marketing Manager position at consulting firm). I am well-qualified and, of course, I know my own strengths/weaknesses, but I want two or three surefire BS responses that will knock their socks off. Euphamisms OK!
posted on Mar 1, 2005 - 17 answers
I want to thank everyone for their advice on my previous question about getting to DC for an interview. I'm at the next phase of my problem now: I got the job. That's not the problem; starting a week from Monday is. I need an apartment in Washington, DC in... yeah, umm, five days or so. I'm looking up brokers right now, any other options? Good websites? This is my first move ever, so I'm mind-numbingly ignorant about this.
posted on Oct 8, 2004 - 26 answers
