As part of the interviewing process, be prepared to be invited to a breakfast, lunch, or dinner.  Remember, this is still an interview, even though you are in a social setting you need to remain composed and professional.  Interviewing outside of the traditional office setting provides the hiring manager an opportunity to observe your communication[…]

After your interview did you take the time to send a thank you to the people you interviewed with?  Beyond showing your enthusiasm for the position, a thank-you note also allows you to reinforce why you are the best person for the position.  While at the same time thanking and expressing consideration of their time[…]

Between constant meetings, phone calls, and emails, staying productive at work can be a challenge.  I recently participated in a webinar that was focused around staying productive in the work place.  One message that was highlighted during the discussion was “Eliminating Distractions.”  The truth is the majority of us get pushed off balance by the[…]

As you look ahead to your new role that you worked so hard to secure and begin to plan the next part of your professional career, it is understandable this could overshadow the importance of taking the time to resign properly.  I always advise candidates that the number one rule is to leave on a[…]

During interview preparation I often hear candidates say that they perceive a phone interview as being easier than an onsite interview because they do not need to invest the same amount of time preparing.  Although it is true that an onsite interview will have you most likely meeting more than one interviewer, additional preparation is[…]