interview tips

Avoid These Virtual Interview Mistakes

On paper, virtual job interviews may sound easier than their in-person counterparts. You don’t have to travel anywhere, you don’t have the extra nervousness of meeting in person, and you control your environment. But as anyone who has done a virtual interview will tell you - just because it sounds easier, doesn’t mean that they’re easy. Virtual job interviews come with their own unique challenges and best practices. There are so many different technicalities to consider before, during, and after interviews. To help you increase your chances of getting the job, we’ve outlined 10 virtual interview mistakes to avoid. 10...

How to Disagree in a Job Interview

There is one main goal when interviewing for a potential job: impress the interviewer. In order to do so, many people assume they should agree with the interviewer at every step of the job interview. But the opposite is true: agreeing is good, but it’s important to express your honest opinion when you disagree. Agreeing to something you don’t necessarily believe in creates misconceptions and assumptions down the road, if you were to receive the job offer. What can you do to be prepared to handle disagreement in a job interview? Do research ahead of time Before your job interview,...

Job Interview Tips to Make a Great Impression for Manufacturing Jobs

Are you a naturally gifted orator, saying exactly what you intend in each interview, without needing time to think? …don’t worry, almost nobody is! Interviewing is an important and difficult skill to master, but a good interview can dictate your career path. Whether you’re interviewing in person, over video or on the phone you can make a great impression on the hiring manager. Here are our interview tips to help you put your best foot forward when seeking manufacturing jobs. Related Content: How to Find Manufacturing Jobs Online 1. Prep for the Interview Before you even begin talking to interviewers,...

Outdated Job-Hunting Tips You Should Ignore

Best practices for finding a new job change rapidly. However, the advice about hunting for a job seems to be the same dated suggestions you’ve heard for years. If you are considering exploring new opportunities, learn the latest trends for a successful job hunt and avoid these outdated tips: A great resume (alone) equals a great job. Your resume has to be clear, thorough and concise, but it is only a small part of your overall job search strategy. You need to utilize other job-hunting techniques like networking, using a recruiter, and creating a LinkedIn account - that you actually...

How to Answer the “Tell Me About Yourself” Question

One of the most common questions in an interview is the traditional ice breaker, “tell me about yourself”. This question can be tough for some, especially if you’re not one to brag about how great you are. It can also be hard to know what information to go into, and if you should stick strictly to your experience or sprinkle in some personal interests as well. There are definitely things that you should be taking into account when you’re asked this question, and we’ll cover what they are in this article so you can be prepared. How to Answer the...

How to Apply for Jobs Online Before Unemployment Benefits Run Out

If you were furloughed or are currently on unemployment, now is the time to start applying for jobs online. If you are unsure how to begin this process, here are Strom’s tips on how to apply for jobs online. 1. Prepare your online profile and resume Social media is not just for keeping up with family, friends and news it can also be a powerful professional networking tool. Update your LinkedIn account to ensure it’s up to date and post professional interests or join the conversation on newsworthy topics. This can be as simple as liking and commenting on a...

Do’s (and Don’ts) of Video Interviews

Video job interviews are becoming more and more common – it’s easier for both employers and candidates to meet with a wide pool of people. Video interviews are taking the place of phone interviews as the technology and the will has caught up to the demand for convenience. To prepare for a video interview is not that different from phone or in-person meeting, but there are some key do’s and don’ts to prep for success. These tips from SHRM will help you get ready for any video interview. Do Test First Test your tech, picture, internet clarity, and bandwidth before...