A reference is a person that will vouch for you and speak to your character. A reference could be a former teacher, employer, or even a former coworker. You should choose people that know you well. Reference checking is part of the hiring process. Hiring managers want to find out [...]
When you think about an interview, do you imagine yourself in the driver’s seat or the passenger’s seat? If you feel like you are in the passenger seat, perhaps it’s time to change the way you think about the interview. Instead of thinking about it as a meeting that you [...]
You have learned a lot about what you need to consider as you get ready to complete a job application. Now, you need to learn about filling out the application and the types of questions you will be asked. Filling out the application is one of the most important parts [...]
You only have one chance to make a good first impression. The first impression you give to someone is the most important. When someone has an impression of you, it can be hard to change it. Your physical appearance is one of the biggest factors that people consider when [...]
There are a number of ways to go about getting an application form. Some applications are only online, the only way to apply for the job is through the computer. Other jobs have onsite applications that you can get from a physical location. Depending upon how and where you get [...]
There aren’t many people who think about interviewing for a job without getting butterflies in their stomach or breaking out in a cold sweat. Going to an interview combines many people’s fear of public speaking with their fear of rejection, uncertainty and change. It’s impossible to know what questions you’ll [...]
When you apply for a job, you will fill out an application. Your application is just as important as your resume. Both the resume and the application are important tools in the job hunting process. They help the employer get a good understanding of who you are, what you have [...]
After you prepare to answer and ask questions at the interview, you should feel ready and excited to show off your skills to a potential employer! But, what if you still have feelings of anxiety or worry about it? Don’t worry! There are ways to fight these negative feelings and [...]
Job applications are an important part of your job search. Application forms are designed to help employers quickly review information about candidates and see if they are qualified for the job. Just as with your resume, you want to do a good job completing your applications. Both the resume and [...]
In addition to answering questions, asking questions is an important part of the interview. When you ask your own questions of an employer, you show that you are serious about the job. Asking questions makes you stand out from others and shows that you were paying attention during the interview. [...]