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5 Questions to Ask During the Interview

By Venise Williams

You've updated your resume, you've received an interview appointment, you've researched the company on the internet, and now the interview is almost over and the Interviewer asks: "Do you have any questions for me"? If you say No to that question you are missing out on a great opportunity to learn more about the job and whether or not this is the opening for you!

How to Talk Without Saying a Word

By Ron Kness

Eighty-five percent of what you communicate during an interview is without spoken words. The way you sit and a host of other body language messages speaks volumes to an experienced interviewer.

In this job market, you need an advantage during the interview. Interviewers form an opinion of you during the first ten minutes of the interview.

Why Now is a Great Time to Work in the Federal Civil Service

By Michael R Donnelly

The federal government is a wonderful place to work any time but in today's economy, the civil service presents an even better opportunity. Here are some reasons why.

. The federal government employs people in virtually every skill area. If you have a specific expertise or interest, you are virtually assured that a job for you exists somewhere in the civil service.

From Fired to Hired - 7 Communication Strategies For Your Job Search

Bill Lampton, Ph.D.

Have you been fired?

If so, you know all the negative feelings that assault you immediately. You feel:

*Confused-"I thought they liked my work."
*Cheated-"They should have fired George instead. His work was sloppy."

*Resentful-"I'll tell everybody off if I ever get the chance."

*Sad-"I feel like I'm attending my own funeral."

*Frightened-"Guess I'll never get a good job again."
*Bitter-"I'll never speak to those people again."

*Worried-"I can't eat, sleep, or even think straight."
*Alone-"Now I know what real loneliness is."
*Ashamed-"Guess I let my family down big-time."

How to Overcome Being "Overqualified"

By Bonnie Lowe

Have you ever gone through the interview process, felt confident that you'd performed extremely well, and then heard these dreadful words: "I'm sorry, but we feel you're overqualified for this position."

Arrggh!!

Do You Make a Great First Impression?

By Patricia Erickson

Impression management is important to any job seeker. You're taking a big chance if you don't pay attention to the way you present yourself. The first impression that you make as you enter a room and greet an interviewer really sets the tone of the interview and going forward. The right attire and confident personal presence can go a long way in giving you the initial edge.

Looking For Work? Don't Be Shy

By Rebecca Metschke

If you're seeking employment, now's not the time to be a wallflower. Especially if you tend to be a little bit reserved, do yourself a favor and try to counteract the inclination.

Speak up

People can't help you if they don't know about your situation. If your job has been eliminated, or you think you might be laid off, tell people.

Expanding Your Job Search to a Different Industry

By Rebecca Metschke

The deepening recession may have you thinking about the possibility of attempting a move to a complimentary field - or another industry altogether - with more favorable growth potential. However, the prospect of such a transition can seem daunting.

Personal Pluses That Ace A Job Interview

By: Joel Vance

As the business world has become more competitive for the shrinking markets available to them, companies have shifted their focus from hiring the most educated or experienced graduate, to hiring those employees with personal pluses as well as the job skills.Right now, you may be in an entry-level job, gaining experience and hoping to work your way up. This is also the time (if you haven't learned them while growing up), to develop your people skills as well. Because these tend to be the "soft" sell features that make candidates stand out at an interview.

Promptness is one attribute that employers appreciate. It doesn't come naturally, but it doesn't take a great deal of work to acquire either. A little planning, or putting thought into your daily routines and habits, mean you are not only on time for work, but for outside activities as well.