Preparing for the Final Interview – Functional Fit
In our last post, we talked about the importance of motivational fit for a prospective employee, based on Michael Pietrack’s “Game Plan to Win,” which highlights four areas that all …
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A Game Plan to Prepare for a Final Interview
You’ve made it. You’ve been through one or two, maybe even three rounds of interviews and you just got the call that you’ve been asked to come in for a …
The Power of a Properly Written Thank You
A powerful thank you note may not be the one tool that lands you the job of your dreams, but it can surely help set you apart from your competitors …
5 Interview Body Language Tips
It’s important to prepare carefully for a job interview. This includes wearing appropriate attire, as well as being polite, respectful and knowledgeable while conversing with your interviewer. However, even the …
The Importance of Offering Work-Life Balance
“Work-life balance” refers to a worker’s ability to maintain a healthy balance among their responsibilities at work, family life, and personal obligations. In today’s times, employees all over the …
Can You Be Fired for Using Legalized Marijuana?
The stigma of marijuana use has slowly disappeared throughout society over the past decade, due to many states passing legislation concerning both medical and recreational use. The evolving marijuana laws …
How to Fight Confirmation Bias in Your Hiring Process
We’ve all heard the saying, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” And while that’s true to some extent, many hiring managers take the principle to …
Are Top Candidates Turned Off by Your Company Culture?
You’ve posted your job opening on all the right boards. You’ve reached out to the most qualified candidates, and tried to set up interviews. You’ve put together a competitive salary …
Preboarding: How to Stop New IT Hires From Walking Away From Offers They’ve Already Accepted
Just because you’ve made the hire doesn’t necessarily mean you’ve got a new employee. New IT hires are free to walk away at any moment before they actually sign your …
How to Choose Job Interview Questions That Land High-Performing Hires
In 2016, the Indian electronic commerce company Flikpart revealed an intriguing aspect of their hiring process: they don’t interview job candidates at all. Why would Flipkart cut out this seemingly …