I’m going to start this post by showing the dictionary definition for the word “cocky”: Cock-y adjective comparative adjective: cockier; superlative adjective: cockiest Arrogant or conceited in a boastful or overconfident manner. Synonyms: bold, boastful, egotistical, insolent, presumptuous, overconfident Why Should You Care Here’s why I bring this up. I’ve recently been on several …
Your interview is now over and you can finally relax….or can you? Not quite. You still have some items to take care of to ensure you had the best interview possible. Do An Immediate Debriefing with Yourself As soon as your interview is over, sit down somewhere quiet and debrief yourself while you can …
If you read many of my other posts, you’ll find much of the advice that is in this one but in greater detail. My purpose here is to recap some important things to remember for the actual day of your interview. These things may seem a bit trivial but they can make the difference when …
Let’s talk a bit about the role of the Human Resources department (commonly known as HR) versus the Hiring Manager, in regards to the hiring process. I’ve found there is a lot of confusion on the part of applicants as to exactly who does what and this can make a difference when you’re trying to …
Much of my advice on this site is about preparing for and doing well in your first interview. After all, if you don’t make it past the first interview, you don’t get the job! This is because very few job offers are made based simply on the first interview. Your goal in the first interview …
Sweaty palms, weak knees, shaky hands – yep, you’re about to walk into a job interview and, of course, you’re nervous. Everyone is nervous before a job interview. You wouldn’t be human if you weren’t! After all, you don’t know the interview panel, you don’t know what questions will be asked, you don’t know exactly …
If you’re beating yourself up wondering why you aren’t getting job offers or even moving on to the second round of interviews, you may find some answers below. There are some specific situations and behaviors that I’ve found to be commonly mishandled, even by candidates for professional positions (in fact, sometimes especially by professional candidates). …
After interviewing hundreds of candidates for jobs in several industries and at various levels, I’ve seen just about every job interview mistake possible – and there were some doozies! Most of them fall into one or more of what I call “10 Ways to Blow Your Interview”. These are the mistakes that are most likely …
French is one of the world’s most important languages. If you know French or plan to learn it, you’ll open lots of amazing career doors. Here are just some of the possible ways you can put your knowledge of French to good use. Actor / Voice Over Artist The French theater and cinema are well …
As a Hiring Manager, I’m sometimes embarrassed by the cliché – and sometimes even dumb – questions that get asked in interviews. They may have a purpose or maybe simply intended to trip you up or see how well you handle strange questions. I’ll begin by covering three of the most common questions asked in …
A sociologist’s work involves studying social behavior and society. They study various levels of humanity, with emphasis on human’s response to change and political systems. Sociologists gather data using a variety of methods, including qualitative, quantitative, and comparative research. To become a sociologist, you usually need at least a Master’s degree, but some employers require …
Driving is a very useful skill. Drivers are much in demand in many industries. If you love cars and enjoy the feeling of getting behind the wheel, you’ll find many opportunities to earn a good living and be involved in a thriving career. Ambulance Drivers / Paramedics Ambulances serve a hugely important role in the …
In today’s world, it has become common to see news clips of various health workers shuffling around in hazmat suits. These specialized suits have been used at a very high frequency by healthcare workers to stop the spread of Covid. It’s easy to forget that many other careers require the use of these specialized suits. …
Essentially, food is easily contaminated and needs to be handled with care. That’s why at the workplace level, some jobs require a food handlers certificate. The certificate serves as proof that the owner has adequate training to avoid mistakes when handling food, which could cause health implications to consumers. The certificate applies to all sectors, …
First Aid is immediate medical aid that is given before the medical professionals show up during an emergency. It is often administered by non-medical professionals, workplace staff, and first responders. First Aid is designed for helping those in need during a crisis until they can get further help from paramedics, their doctor, or at a …