Friday, November 13th, 2009 - Interview Questions, Telephone Interview, employment, job application

Telephone Interview: salary question Mike asks: I just completed a telephone interview, my first interview with that company. I was asked what my salary was in my previous position. I explained that I did not wish to disclose that at this time, but would be willing to discuss compensation should we move further along in [...]

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Tuesday, November 10th, 2009 - Telephone Interview, employment, interview, interview techniques, job application

Telephone Interview Help! James asks: I need some guidance on what to say when I receive a phone call from a recruiter company or employment agency. Is there any specific guide for excellent telephone conversations from recruiters or employment agents? How do I handle the initial phone call that recruiter companies or agents make to [...]

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Friday, October 23rd, 2009 - Interview Questions, Telephone Interview, interview, interview techniques, job application, job search

Telephone Interview Tips The Telephone Interview is the second most likely place a job seeker will be rejected in a job search. Having got through the CV sifting exercise successfully, and shown on paper that you have the required communication of skills, qualifications and experience, the job applicant now has to both prove that the [...]

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Wednesday, September 30th, 2009 - Telephone Interview

Telephone Interview The telephone interview places three obstacles in front of the job seekers The challenge of questions A restrictive communications environment The need for clear communication and presentation is paramount Fail any of these challenges, and that ideal job becomes but a “thank you for your application” letter. How would you like to over [...]

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