Interviewing Tips
				Getting the Ball Rolling As a candidate in the "Information Age", you are constantly being assailed by the effects of the "grass is greener" syndrome. You must evaluate  these effects as objectively as possible to avoid making bad career moves. You must learn to differentiate personal from professional "career wounds" and determine whether these are sufficient motivation for you to make a change in your life. You must involve all of the people in your life that will be affected by your career move. Once you have gained consensus, you will either stay in your present job or make that call, to me, your career-transition partner! Dealing with a Recruiter Before I became a Recruiter, I was not aware that any existed. I was familiar with personnel agencies but viewed them as  someone to stay away from because of their fee structures. I am sure that many of you have never worked with recruiters before. Some important guidelines when dealing with a Professional Recruiter: Always answer a Recruiter's call. Even if the job is not for you, you may be able to refer a colleague, friend or relative. Be professional in your conversations with the Recruiter. Treat the Recruiter as you would the prospective employer. Honesty is the best policy! Never mislead the Recruiter. Be cooperative and follow  the Recruiter's instructions exactly. Remember, the Recruiter gets paid only if you are placed.
				Standard Interviewing Questions "Tell me a little bit about yourself." What are your short-term and long-term goals and when did you establish these goals? How are you preparing yourself to achieve them? Where do you see yourself in 5 years? What is your greatest strength/weakness? Who or what motivates you? Why should we hire you? Which of your accomplishments have given you the most satisfaction and why? How do you measure success? If you were hiring someone for this position, which qualities would you look for? Which management style should your ideal manager have? What do you know about our company/industry? Tell me about your current level of performance. Why do you wish to make a change? These are but a sampling. Remember, be original in your answers!
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