Interviewing isn’t always what we might think.
25+ years of recruiting has revealed to me several questions hiring managers are always asking themselves about you. But they won’t ask you out loud.

Talk to anyone with this simple script! Download entire infographic here and keep by your phone. It can make all your job search networking much easier! Job Search Networking

It seems routine enough. Why did you leave your last job or Why are you leaving your current job? Every interview will have these questions. So you just give them the facts--that's what they want, right? Yes, the interviewer wants the facts, but you can present those...

Have you had those times you left the interview thinking you killed it and then got the Too Bad So Sad email that said you weren't moving forward? Click to download this new report that will explain what's happening behind the scenes, what you should know about the...

This article has some good approaches to answering those old-fashioned and usually useless questions you may get asked in a job interview. If you're interested in the job, don't let a few ridiculous questions tempt you to cop an attitude or try to turn the tables on...

I know you wouldn’t do these things on purpose. But sometimes we can feel the pressure of being in a job search, or maybe nervousness because of the meeting you're attending or the person you're talking to. Maybe you're like me in that when you get nervous, or a...

Here is a strategy that can be extremely useful when you would like to change industries. It will help you in your job search networking and, as a bonus, when you interview....

Networking is the best way to find jobs in the hidden job market. When you’re in job search and REALLY eager to find a new job, you may skip one of the keys to successfully networking so people remember you and refer jobs to you. We are often so focused on our desire...

Networking is supposed to be a way to assist and be assisted by others. That can help you find hidden jobs and end your job search much faster. But sometimes people may offer some kind of help for your job search but don’t follow through. Now what do you do? If you...

Before you go networking, asking for connections to hiring managers, and even interviewing, do this critical and worth-the-effort step. It could be just the one step remaining to make you the stand-out candidate. When developing your job search strategy, obviously it...

This great article seems to sum up nicely the questions that are really being asked in every interview. Acing your response to an interview question requires pivoting off your basic answer to reinforce your strengths, motivation or fit – depending upon the true...

While we can applaud a unique approach to answering this overused question, you may want to take a more classic approach. Especially if you want the job! Check out the interview guide at the right of this article. You'll be amazed at what you didn't know about...

The millionaire matchmaker helps people who are successful in every area of their lives but one--meeting the right person. In a similar style if not quite the same purpose, you could hire someone to introduce you to the "right people" for your job search....

What You Do In Social Media Stays on Google Forever Still wondering whether it's appropriate/fair/legal for recruiters and hiring managers to use your social media activities in their hiring decisions? Too late! That train has left the station. No matter how you feel...

Job search can be one place where we get more rejection than in any other place in our life. (For me, match.com was the only place that came close!) But there are two ways to have something positive come out of this awful thing called "rejection."...

Here's a job search networking question I get a lot: "Can I stop going to all those 'networking' meetings for job seekers? Aside from the fact I don't know how to do an elevator pitch, and that's usually part of the routine, I am spending a lot time in these meetings...

Pick up the phone Nothing will create a great relationship faster than a real live conversation. Does this mean your on-line social networking is a waste of time? Absolutely not!But the sooner you get that networking off-line, the faster your job search will go. To...

Savvy job seekers know that they can’t use the same tone, loudness and speed when they start talking with everyone. This is one of those places where one size DOESN”T fit all. To start a conversation on the right level, you will want to match the mood of your...

If you are thinking of adding or changing a picture on your profile, I’m delighted to share something I’ve recently discovered. Here is how you can get a warm, engaging picture for your profile. Fast–easy–free!...

Here is one of the most effective ways to learn what questions will make you sound like an insider in any industry or career function: Find a person who is already an insider and do some investigation. This is actually quite fun because you get to know someone a...

* Be prepared with your message. This is a unique opportunity to have someone’s attention but only for a few seconds. If your energy is low and you ramble, people aren’t going to be eager to talk to...

Now the last tip on how to make people feel comfortable referring you to others in their network. This is a relatively small change that will be very powerful. It is just changing the way you ask the question....

You already know that networking is the best way to find jobs in the hidden job market. You want people to refer you to their network and for jobs. But the details of that kind of “networking” can be confusing. So I’m sharing 3 essential strategies to help you get...

When networking to get into the hidden job market, I think we’ve all had the question “When do I tell people that I’m looking for a job? Is it rude, inappropriate, or stupid to mention that early...

Here. Let me know how it is going, and never hesitate to give me a call if you have any questions. Wishing you the best! Katherine And of course, be sure to get this interview guide. Use it and your next interview could be your last...

One great way to build a relationship quickly on the phone and in person is to really listen. Here are three easy ways you can do that. They let your networking contact know that you are listening and not just waiting for them to take a breath so you can jump with...

When you have a special connection to someone, you easily remember small details about them and their life – because you’re interested in them. Now if you make the same effort for your job search networking connections, you will have the same special connection. And...