Preparing for the job interview, job interview questions

New Years Resolution Can you answer the standard job interview questions? A few weeks ago, we talked about our New Years resolutions. We also discussed job searches and creating a checklist for your job search. The difference between an efficient job search and an inefficient job search will boil down to how methodical and organized … Continue reading Preparing for the job interview, job interview questions

Illegal Job Interview Questions. How to handle the career ending landmine

Should you answer the illegal interview question? Your mom and your local HR rep would tell you that you don’t have to answer illegal interview questions. Here at CareerTracker, we say “Answer the question. Don’t think twice, just answer the question!” Treat the question as if this were any other interview question”.  We don’t just … Continue reading Illegal Job Interview Questions. How to handle the career ending landmine

Why there are multiple first impressions in a job interview.

How many chances do you have to make a good first impression? We have all heard the saying, “You don’t get a second chance to make a first impression”.  This is especially true when it comes to your job search.  Right or it is wrong, and mostly wrong, many hiring managers make their hiring decision … Continue reading Why there are multiple first impressions in a job interview.

Top 5 Thank You note mistakes after the job interview

Landing a job is a competition. You won’t finish the race without a Thank You note Landing a job offer is all about execution Executing on your cover letter, resume, job interview and the thank you note is all determination and perseverance. It’s all about grit. Think about all the other candidates that are applying … Continue reading Top 5 Thank You note mistakes after the job interview

How to leverage a thank you email after the interview

There isn’t a point in interviewing if you are not going to follow up Should you or shouldn’t you send a thank you email Do you send a thank you note after every networking meeting or job interview? If you answered yes, you are a fast tracker. If you answered no, you are working against yourself.  For the … Continue reading How to leverage a thank you email after the interview