Interview Tips

HomeInterview Tips

How to Ask for an Informational Interview

Posted by:

How to Ask for an Informational Interview

…and get someone to actually say, “Yes, of course!”

The informational interview is the secret tool everyone should have in their back pocket. A hybrid of an amazing networking opportunity, an info-session, and a job interview, it can give anyone looking for a job or pondering a career change insider scoop (not to mention a much-needed morale boost).

The problem is that these opportunities aren’t advertised anywhere, typically require a lot of work on your end to make happen, and, in most cases, ...

Continue Reading →
0

Interview Tips, Job Interviews

Exit Interviews – Why They Are Important for Employers AND Departing Employees

Posted by:

The information that employers gain from an exit interview will do more than show what’s working and what’s not working within the company or team.  Understanding the real reasons an employee leaves should be incorporated into the hiring process.  Insights gained from the exit interview can be used as prescreen questions for new hires.

Exit interviews are a chance to keep relationships civil and open for both sides. I caution exiting employees here to NOT use this opportunity to vent or ...

Continue Reading →
0

Interview Tips, Quitting Your Job

How To Write a GREAT Cover Letter

Posted by:

How To Write a GREAT Cover Letter

What is the Purpose of a Cover Letter?

On the surface, cover letters seem simple. But once you actually get into writing one, you start to understand that it’s more complicated. Your cover letter does need to be simple and quick to read.  This is probably your very first introduction to whoever it is that you are writing to.  That person is who you need to give you a chance at a job, so it’s really important ...

Continue Reading →
0

Cover Letters, Interview Tips, Job Interviews

Pin It on Pinterest