Interview Tips

Frequently asked interview questions:

Tell me about yourself.
It is important to be succinct and include the following information in just a few sentences:

• background (education, job history, where you've lived)
• significant career accomplishment(s)
• what's next (your goals for the future)

Why make a move?
You should explain what challenges you're seeking, what your talents are, and what you're looking for next.

Why should I hire you?
The best answer to this question concerns the bottom line. You should be able to:

• increase revenue
• reduce expenses

If you can make a company more profitable, chances are they will want you on the team.

Questions you need to ask:

• What qualifications would I need to be successful in this position?
• What are the expectations in the first 6-12 months?
• How will I be evaluated?
• If I do an outstanding job, where do high achievers go?
• Why are you here? (directly to the interviewer)

Resume Tips

• Simplicity: Don't get too wordy, describe your accomplishments and qualifications without excessive use of words like "facilitated" and "value-added."
• Value: You should mention specific ways that you were to able help a previous employer make money, save money, or improve a process.
• Honesty: Don't lie. Stay focused on what you have achieved. Employers can find out a great deal of information through background checks. It is likely that you will be found out if you are less than truthful.
• Help: An extra set of eyes can spot typos or provide you with additional information that you may have forgotten to include. Having a friend or family member assist in the editing process can make a big difference.