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- 10 Reasons to say when you look for a new job - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Maarten Van HerckWe all know the feeling: you want to apply for a new profession. In order to do this, you have to write a job resume, make sure that the resume you write is appropriate; it is necessary to know if you need a professional resume, a manager resume,… And if you are not sure how to write it in a ...
Views: 24034(3 votes) - Use a 30/60/90-Day Business Plan for Job Interview Success - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeCandidates are always looking for an edge in job interviews, and they try to gain that edge in different ways: crafting a killer resume, dressing for success, practicing interview questions and answers, researching the company, building a brag book, or even practicing positive body language. ...
Views: 20613(3 votes) - 7 Self Introduction Strategies for a Successful Interview - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2010 from Perry JonesFresh out of college? Recently laid off? Re-entering the work force? You can gain an advantage over those dozens of other qualified people interviewing for the same job by using these 7 Self Introduction Strategies for a Successful Interview. In any interview you want to present yourself as a ...
Views: 15161 - ***How To Get Rid of a Nasal Voice - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Nancy DanielsThere is nothing more frustrating than listening to someone who speaks with an excess of nasal sound. In a study done some years ago on how people react to a nasal voice, it was reported that it is frequently associated with less-than-average intelligence and a sign of immaturity. Ridding ...
Views: 14169(2 votes) - How to Get Into Medical Sales Even If You Have No Experience - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Peggy McKeeAs a medical sales recruiter, I get almost daily inquiries from people who would like to be in medical sales even though they have no sales background and want to know what they should do. I’m never surprised to get these calls. Medical sales is (I think) the top tier of sales categories, and ...
Views: 11348(4 votes) - 5 Killer Questions to Ask In Your Medical Sales Job Interview - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from Peggy McKeeUsually, the emphasis in job interview prep involves getting your answers ready for the toughest interview questions–and there’s no doubt that it’s a critical component. But you must remember that interviewing is a two-way street. In one respect, the job interview is your chance to find out if ...
Views: 9458 - Nurses: Looking for a Career Change? Think About A Transition Into a Medical Sales Career - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2010 from Peggy McKeeIf you are a nurse who is thinking about a career change, you’re not alone. There’s a recent ANM Health Care survey that says over 40% of nurses are seeking a career change. Job satisfaction for nurses is low, for a lot of reasons: the hours, the pay, and a lack of respect from doctors are a ...
Views: 8122 - ***If Your Nose Vibrates When You Speak, You've Got Nasality! - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Nancy DanielsWould you like to test yourself for nasality? Gently place a finger on each side of your nose and say the word ‘greet.’ Did you feel any vibrations in your nose? Now say the word ‘great.’ Again, did you vibrate? If your answer is yes, then you have nasal issues. Those two sounds, the long ...
Views: 7998(2 votes) - ***Learn to Speak Distinctly -- The Best Tip for Those Who Mumble - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Nancy DanielsMany times people are not being heard because they speak too softly. There is another group, however, who are not being heard because they are not speaking distinctly and clearly. They are known as the mumblers. If you are being asked to repeat yourself because your words are not being ...
Views: 7691 - INTERVIEW PRE-PLANNING AND PLANNING - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2010 from Michelle RiklanBy Michelle A. Riklan, CPRW, CEIC We can never know for sure who will be sitting across from the desk and interviewing us for that dream job. So, let me reiterate, we cannot assume that we know what will be asked and how the interview will be conducted. Our best line of defense with the ...
Views: 7458(1 vote) - How to Answer Interview Questions - Q9 - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2014 from Peggy McKeeGive me a specific example of a time when you had to conform to a policy with which you did not agree. Even though a good STAR story is the backbone of answering Behavioral Interview questions, here’s one interview question where it’s actually a good thing NOT to have a great story for. ...
Views: 7322 - Impress Your Interviewer: Create a 30/60/90-Day Plan - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKee30/60/90-day plans are typically used for sales jobs, but did you know that you can use a 30-60-90-day plan for non-sales jobs? You can--it works for marketing, project management, technical support, and many others. For instance, I got a call from a candidate going for a job in Marketing ...
Views: 7186(2 votes) - Interview Tips: Interview Feedback Questions - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Charles MartinRepeated failures in the interviews may disappoint the candidates. Although every rejection will help you learn new things, understand the areas where you must make improvements, it also will make the candidate to lose his confidence. Also, if the wrong techniques are employed, it will not make ...
Views: 7120 - ***The Advantages Of Making A First Impression That Is Just Adequate. You Can Still Score - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2014 from Frank HealyYou hear about it all the time. First impressions are lasting impressions, you only get one chance to make a good first impression. Nobody will know how good you are unless you make a good first impression on them. Unfortunately most people see themselves as not good at making a first ...
Views: 7043(1 vote) - 6 Tips for a Successful Medical Device Sales Job Interview - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from Peggy McKeeCompetition for jobs in medical sales can be fierce. Health care is a fascinating field, and the work environment for medical sales reps is exciting, lucrative, and rewarding for those who want to really make a difference. However, sales interviews are difficult, and interviews for jobs in ...
Views: 6836(1 vote) - ***A Simple Exercise to Overcome a Monotone Voice - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Nancy DanielsYou can do it. You can end a vocal delivery that is flat, insipid, and lackluster. But first you will have to give yourself permission to do so. This does seem like a strange suggestion, doesn’t it? If you speak in a monotone, however, you probably keep your emotions bottled up inside of ...
Views: 6641 - ***Be a Chest Talker and Watch What Happens When You Speak! - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2011 from Nancy DanielsDo you find that people do not pay as much attention to you as you might wish? Does you voice trail off at the end of your sentences, leaving your listeners struggling to understand what you are saying? Maybe the sound of your voice is strident and irritating or perhaps you speak so softly ...
Views: 6427(1 vote) - Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats--SWOT - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2010 from Jane CranstonHow do you predict the outcome of a behavior, project, or idea? A few days ago, an executive career-coaching client came to a session with an interesting PowerPoint presentation. It was a proposal to a potential employer. My client hoped the company would gain a better appreciation of his ...
Views: 6354(3 votes) - Job Interview Tip: Create a 30/60/90-Day Plan - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeIf you’re searching for a sales job (or any job), you want every advantage you can get, right? Which means, you’ve probably put a lot of effort into your resume, you’ve found the perfect suit for interviews, and you’ve gone over your answers to potential interview questions. Want another ...
Views: 6176(1 vote) - Job Interview Mistakes: Oops! I turned down a job that I want now! - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Peggy McKeeHave you ever found yourself in this situation? You turned down a job offer because you were sure you were getting a better one…and then you didn’t. What now? Can you get that offer back? Maybe. Here’s your best shot at turning this situation around for you: First of all, find out ...
Views: 6108 - Use Job Shadowing to Get Resume Keywords - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2010 from Peggy McKeeJob shadowing is just what it sounds like: you be someone's "shadow" for the day, to learn what a typical day is like in their job. It's also known as a field preceptorship, or a ride-along (especially accurate for going with sales reps on their routes). It's a "tryout" for you with no ...
Views: 6042(1 vote) - How to Charm at Job Interviews - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Eduard EzeanuDo you want to ace interviews and get the job of your dreams? Then you need to study and master the art and science of making a good impression at a job interview. There is nothing as powerful at a job interview as making a good impression. It is the single most important factor in making a ...
Views: 6036 - How to Effectively Interview for a Job - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2020 from Vivian HarteHave you ever walked into an interview feeling totally unprepared? You were attracted to the job they advertised, you liked the ambiance of the place of work, you felt welcomed by the receptionist. You even felt you were qualified for the position and that you would be an excellent employee. ...
Views: 5930 - How to Answer Interview Questions - Q21 - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2014 from Peggy McKeeHow does this position fit in with the career path you envision for yourself? I think a lot of people shoot themselves in the foot with this career path question. To be fair, it is a hard question to answer, like “Where do you see yourself in 5 years?” or “What are your long-term goals?” ...
Views: 5846 - Interview Strategies - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Michelle RiklanIn the course of my career I have interviewed thousands of individuals seeking employment at all levels from the entry-level college graduate to the Chief Financial Officer. While my experience spans across a wide variety of industries, the interview mistakes that I’ve seen are ...
Views: 5840 - Should You E-Mail a 30/60/90-Day Plan to a Hiring Manager? - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeAs a Medical Sales Recruiter, I recommend to all my candidates that they create a 30-60-90-day sales plan to present to hiring managers or hiring teams during job interviews for every position in sales, sales management, or marketing for medical sales, healthcare sales, laboratory sales, biotech ...
Views: 5677 - Do You Have Any Questions For Me? The Question Every Candidate Should Be Prepared to Answer In An Interview - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2012 from Michelle RiklanJob interviews aren’t meant to be an interrogation — they are supposed to be a dialogue. An interview is as much about making sure the company is a fit for you as it is that you are a fit for the company. Preparing for the Interview Before the interview, at a minimum, you should research the ...
Views: 5671 - What Should You Wear To The Medical Sales Interview? - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Peggy McKeeWhat to wear for the interview can keep medical sales job seekers up at night because it’s so subjective. It’s not like other hard-and-fast rules of interviewing, like “always bring your 30-60-90-day plan,” or “always close for the job.” But your interview attire is just as important as those ...
Views: 5641(1 vote) - 10 WAYS TO ACE THE INTERVIEW USING FENG SHUI - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Katy AllgeyerLooking for a new job? What you do to prepare before you get the gig is just as crucial as how you perform once you get it. Here are my Top 10 Tips of Feng Shui Preparedness that can help give you the edge over your competition: 1) CLEAN SLATE Be sure to clear out the clutter from home and ...
Views: 5592(4 votes) - People Buy You - How to Become a Master of Persuasion - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2010 from Jeb BlountHere’s a question: What is most important to your success? Is it education, experience, product knowledge, job title, territory, or business dress? Is it your company’s reputation, product, price, marketing collateral, delivery lead times, in stock ratios, service guarantees, management ...
Views: 5570(9 votes) - Interview Smart: - 5 Things Your Interviewer Really Wants to Know About You - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2008 from Sherri ThomasInterviewing is intimidating, nerve wracking, and can make you feel like you’re two heartbeats away from having a heart attack. You only have one shot at making a great first impression so what can you say that will push you up to the top spot and get you the job offer? This article ...
Views: 5563(2 votes) - Role Play Job Interview Questions With a Career Coach - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Peggy McKeeYou know the drill for job interviews: research, prepare, and be ready for the toughest interview questions. Some questions inevitably trip candidates up. “What’s your greatest weakness?“ is a famous one. The typical advice you’ll find is to prepare for the interview by practicing your ...
Views: 5524 - Top 30 Google Adwords Formulas from Basic to Advance - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2017 from Surya KumarTop 30 Google Adwords Formulas which will very helpful to run campaigns to get best ROI. Adwords Formula’s: CTR(Click through rate) = clicks/impressions*100 CPM = Cost/1000 impressions CPA= Total cost(per acquisition)/total no. of leads Converion rate = Conversion/Clicks Total cost = ...
Views: 5394 - ***Public Speaking: The Positive Effects of Nervousness - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2013 from Nancy DanielsIt never ceases to amaze me how many people want to get rid of their nervousness in public speaking. In truth, they should embrace that wonderful rush of adrenaline. If you’re not nervous when presenting, then I am because being overly confident is never a good thing in public speaking or any ...
Views: 5234 - Preparing For An Interview – 1 Physical And 3 Mental Interview Preparation Techniques - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Justin MountfordPreparing Your Looks When your interview date has been confirmed, one of the first things you should check is your appearance. Do you need to get a hair cut? Do you need to dry clean your suit? Are your shoes in good working order and polished? Yes, these things all matter. You want to look ...
Views: 5207 - Are Online Casinos Safe to Play? - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2019 from Maria DianaOnline Casino has become cool since the Internet became extremely common over the last few years. However, you can't trust everything else on the internet, you can be scammed, your personal details can fall in the wrong hands, etc. Hence, you need to be sure before playing with your real money. ...
Views: 5180 - Circle of Excellence - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2010 from Connie BrannanCircle of Excellence "Anchoring" is the bread and butter of NLP. It's a technique for capturing and triggering feelings within ourselves. In business, would it be useful to feel flowing confidence on demand? Motivation? To feel persuasive and articulate? Learn an easy process, right here, ...
Views: 5063(3 votes) - What’s Your Greatest Weakness? How to Answer the Most Irritating Job Interview Question—And Still Get It Right - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from Peggy McKee“What’s your greatest weakness?” is one of those typical but tough job interview questions. We all hate this question, but it comes up all the time, and your answer is critical. You know you’re going to get asked, so be prepared. It’s trickier than it seems on the surface, and there’s an art ...
Views: 4967 - Job Interview Tips for Sales: What's Your Sales Style? - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from Peggy McKeeAre you in a sales role? Or trying to get a better sales job? If so, what's your sales style? Do you even know what I mean by that? And if you do, can you communicate that to a recruiter or a hiring manager who's considering you for a new position? In my role as a medical sales recruiter, ...
Views: 4602 - Job Interview Tip: How to Present a 30/60/90-Day Plan - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Peggy McKeeI’ve been a recruiter and career coach for over 10 years now, and I have always recommended that my candidates use a 30/60/90-day plan in their job interviews, because I used it when I was an employee in the job search. I saw phenomenal results from using it, and my candidates do, too. Why? ...
Views: 4580 - Sales Interview Skill: "Sell Me This Pen" - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from Peggy McKeeWhat's the most hated question in sales job interviews? Probably it's "Sell me this pen." And yet, it's the quintessential question. It's a role-playing exercise that's hugely popular with interviewers. Hiring managers can learn so much about you by how you answer it. There are a lot of ...
Views: 4568 - Use A Brag Book for a Successful Job Interview - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeDo you know one of the best ways to make a great impression in your job interview and set yourself apart from other job candidates? Build a brag book. Brag books can be very persuasive in an interview process (if you use them right). The fact that you've taken the time to put one together is ...
Views: 4555(1 vote) - How to Answer Interview Questions – Q11 - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2014 from Peggy McKeeHave you ever been on a team where someone was not pulling their own weight? How did you handle it? Asking about any difficulties with team projects in the past is a great behavioral interview question, and interviewers love to ask it. At some point, everybody’s been on a team where someone ...
Views: 4521 - ***3 Steps for Eliminating Valley GirlEse - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2010 from Nancy DanielsIf your speech is symptomatic of the Valley Girl sound, you need to break the habit. Unless you are at a bar, speaking in Valley Girl-Ese gives the wrong impression, especially to prospective employers. They are looking for professionalism. Inflecting the pitch of your voice up at the end of ...
Views: 4476 - The Eyes | A Study in Deductive Observation - by Submitted on May 14, 2012 from Joe Riggs“You see, but do not observe.” -Sherlock Holmes ‘Deductive’ observation as I like to call it, allows you to predict and anticipate what a particular person is going to do or say next. It can reveal a wealth of information and insight to ones thoughts and intentions. As a Mentalist knowing the ...
Views: 4476 - 10 Common Interviewing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Shirley RayThe U.S. unemployment rate is higher than it's been in 26 years making today's employment market more competitive than it's been since 1982. Competence or even excellence in your chosen field doesn't necessarily translate into interviewing know-how. Too often job seekers unknowingly ...
Views: 4422(2 votes) - ***Your Soft-Spoken Voice Is Impressing No One! - by Submitted on May 05, 2011 from Nancy DanielsOne of the most frustrating things for a listener is not hearing what the other person is saying. They are listening but they’re not hearing. After repeated attempts asking the speaker to increase his/her volume, they stop listening. If you want others to hear your message, then you must ...
Views: 4413(2 votes) - Interviewing? Here's Your Packing List - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2011 from Sheila KoohpaiYou got that final round interview in San Francisco—and it’s time to pack your bag for the flight. Packing smart for an interview will help you show up calm, prepared, and looking your best, and without a handful of new bruises from lugging an over-sized trunk through the airport. So, ...
Views: 4298 - ***If Your Voice Is Wimpy, Weak or Soft, What Message Is It Sending? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2012 from Nancy DanielsDo you think that the sound of your speaking voice effects how others perceive you? If the voice you hear on your voicemail or some other form of recording equipment has any of the above traits, then the image you are projecting is quite possibly that you are characteristic of those ...
Views: 4259(1 vote) - ***Good Diction Could Be the Deciding Factor in Who Gets the Job - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2011 from Nancy DanielsToday, good diction is on the decline. We are a nation of people who mumble, speak too quickly, or are generally too lazy to make the effort to speak clearly. In addition, we are the world’s largest melting pot with millions of people whose accent may be difficult to understand. If you ...
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