7 Differentiators to Getting Hired – Technology
Really? Technology is a differentiator in my job search? Never before in history have we had four different generations working side by side in the marketplace. Those groups are the Civics, Boomers, Gen X and Gen Y. Talk about a diverse range of not only ages but of technical capabilities. If a human resource generalist, [...]
7 Differentiators to Getting Hired – Process
Last week we discussed quite a bit about a concept introduced to us from a well respected sales trainer, Don Hutson. The concept of focusing on process as an interviewing differentiator at first may seem like it doesn’t apply. Well, if you are not thinking it, I am. The more I pondered the concept of [...]
7 Differentiators to Getting Hired – Experiential
Differentiator #4 is Experiential. As a continuation to the series of 7 Differentiators to Getting Hired inspired by the well respected Don Hutson we get the opportunity to discuss how you can separate yourself from the people competing for the same job you are through creating an experience. You know when you meet someone and [...]
7 Differentiators to Getting Hired – Relationship
As a continuation to this mini-series on the Differentiating Facts, Don Hutson, ultra sales trainer has proven that differentiator # 3 is all about relationship. I happen to feel that relationship is extremely important asset to getting hired. FACT: 71% of all career opportunities come from networking. Less than 25% come from a job posting [...]
7 Differentiators to Getting Hired – Product
In a recent post, The 7 Differentiators to Getting Hired I spoke of a killer concept by World renowned Sales Trainer, Don Hutson. The first of his differentiators is PRODUCT. In the hiring process, what is your product? Is it your resume? Your career history? Your favorite lucky interviewing suit? The answer is YES. Your [...]
Are You Explaining or Selling?
It is interesting the difference if you take just 10 seconds to consider the difference. I speak with literally hundreds of people on a weekly basis and have the opportunity to ask a lot of the same questions during my initial “exploratory” interviews. Some of the responses would amaze you if you thought about it. [...]
Phone Interview Not To’s
Phone interviews are tough. Since 70% of human communication is non-verbal, I would have to agree that phone interviews can become challenging if not handled correctly. In a recent blog post, 10 Quick Phone Interview Tips, I outlined the best preparatory tips in nailing a phone interview. I had a quick conversation (emphasis on quick [...]
Help: My Resume Is Broken
There is a significant amount of weight put on the importance of the resume. In a recent ebook that the InterviewGurus produced we outlined the the stage process of the Job Life Cycle. 1. Looking for a Job 2. Interviewing for a Job 3. Working on the Job Your resume is one component within the [...]
Marketing Interview Comments – Do people really?
People actually say crazy and hilarious things on interviews. I ask many of my fellow recruiters and hiring authorities about responses and comments that they heard when interviewing unfortunately intelligent marketing professionals. Random Responses: “I’m not wanted in this state.” “How many young girls work here?” “I didn’t steal it; I just borrowed it” “You [...]
How To Answer The Interview Question: “Why should we hire you?”
“Why should we hire you?” This can be a tough question to answer as you do not want to come across over confident (or cocky) but you want to answer it with strong words to show confidence that you are the person for the position. What is the motive of the interviewer? The interviewer wants [...]