I have a tricky job-application scenario: basically, I can do all the requirements that were
advertised, but I have excellent reason to believe they expect the person in the position to semi-regularly do something my health prevents me from doing at all. How do I handle this in the application/resume process?
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posted by Fee Phi Faux Phumb I Smell t'Socks o' a Puppetman!
on Apr 23, 2013 -
10 answers
I have an upcoming job interview for a fairly sales-oriented position in business. Putting aside that I'm not sure I want the position yet and that in my eyes it counts against the company that they put stock in this sort of thing, the company is about to send me a personality test which they use as a strong hiring indicator. I would prefer to ace the test, whatever that means, and have my actual interview and position discussion determine hiring. How should I go about answering a test that I don't believe will be reflective of my personality?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 5, 2013 -
10 answers
I just landed an interview for a job I really want, and I'm very excited about it. I'm seeing a coworker, also a very good friend, for dinner tonight. Should I tell her about it?
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posted by eleanor_of_aquitaine
on Jan 18, 2013 -
27 answers
I have a job interview scheduled at Microsoft, at the Redmond campus. What should I wear?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 23, 2012 -
22 answers
(UK-based) I've started applying for new jobs and as I'm now getting along in the process, I'm wondering about 1) signing a contract before leaving my current job and 2) taking notes during a job interview.
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posted by anonymous
on May 13, 2012 -
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I have an interview at a market research company next week! Which is great, except that I've been in school for physics for the last 7 years and I know next to nothing about the field. Can you give me resources, tips or tricks to prepare for this interview?
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posted by auto-correct
on May 27, 2011 -
7 answers
I have been charged with recruiting a social media advisor for the organisation -and I'm not quite sure how I can evaluate the person's knowledge.
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posted by the noob
on Apr 3, 2011 -
6 answers
I'm having a hard time sussing out whether a recent job candidate's informality (and non-adherence to gender norms) should be a major warning sign, eye-rollingly insignificant, or somewhere in between.
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 23, 2011 -
84 answers
I'm a computer programmer, and have an exciting job interview lined up. Yaaay! Help me prepare by suggesting some difficult (but reasonable) programming interview questions to practice on. Also, I would appreciate any general advice you have for succeeding at programming interviews.
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posted by coelacanth!
on Oct 28, 2010 -
12 answers
Interviews for a job I really, really want postponed because there were "not enough applicants." Help me understand this and maximize my chances.
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posted by Rykey
on Oct 18, 2010 -
16 answers
I am a 30 year old man about to go for a job interview... flipping burgers for a certain clown. I'd appreciate any hints or tips on how to approach the interview. And when I get the job, how do I handle that?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 4, 2010 -
11 answers
Interview etiquette: do I call to follow-up on scheduling an appointment for an interview?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 16, 2009 -
5 answers
Post Interview Note dilemma: Second interview, two people interviewed me, but I only got the first name of one of them. What's next?
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 14, 2009 -
7 answers
I have been called back for a third interview for a job I really want. Seven people have already interviewed me. What on earth could be left to ask?
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posted by corey flood
on Nov 3, 2008 -
13 answers
My first job interview is coming up and I'm wondering which is the lesser of two evils to disclose.
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 15, 2008 -
34 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?
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posted by lalalana
on Apr 4, 2008 -
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I’ve been at my current job – as a temp – for over a year. I want and need a more permanent job, but I’m concerned that my temp status might look bad to prospective employers.
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posted by Metroid Baby
on Jan 23, 2008 -
20 answers
My wife is dusting off her resume and getting ready to stop by a few local businesses. But there's one job interview question she's not sure how to handle: "Why are you looking to leave your current job?"
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posted by azpenguin
on Jul 27, 2007 -
16 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 by apple scruff
on Jun 6, 2007 -
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?
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posted by LeeJay
on Nov 18, 2006 -
10 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.
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 20, 2005 -
15 answers
