Randy Wooden from The Wooden Group discusses how to handle some tough interview scenarios and how something you might say could harm your chances. He also discusses some of the things you should NOT ask in the interview.
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Questions about interviewing, networking, how to get the inside track on a position and LinkedIn? Get answers to these questions and much more at our next workshop!
Come to our free workshop and receive a complimentary resume critique!
The Wooden Group’s one-hour “Get Hired” workshop is every Thursday at noon where we’ll discuss how you can improve your marketability, make your resume stand out, figure out the best way to network, improve your interviewing skills…and more!
We cover all aspects of a job search. Workshop content is largely driven by you – the attendee. So, bring your questions!
The Wooden Group’s office is located in the Broyhill Office Suites on Clemmons Road next to the Clemmons Public Library.
Seating is limited, so call 336.793.8040 or email randy@woodengroup.com to confirm your spot.
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By: Randy Wooden
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Here are 8 great ways to make a good first impression in an interview.
1. Preparation. This takes many forms, but make sure you understand what the employer’s looking for and cite examples from your past to show you meet their needs.
2. Resume. No typos, one or two pages in length, include key words which match with those listed in the requirements or qualifications.
3. Stand up in the lobby. Make sure you’re standing when the employer pops his head into the lobby. Why? People first look to other people at eye level. By standing you appear enthusiastic and ready for business.
4. Dress appropriately. This can mean different clothing for different jobs, but always err on the dressier side when in doubt.
5. Appearance. Don’t detract from your message of being a competent professional by exhibiting poor hygiene or inappropriate hairstyles.
6. Body language. This includes everything from maintaining good eye contact to a firm handshake to sitting up to avoiding nervous fidgeting.
7. Ask good, open ended questions.
8. Relax. The interview is an exchange of information. It’s a chance to convey why you’re a fit for the position. The employer’s not simply hiring a robot with skills, they’re hiring a personality. Let yours be one of enthusiasm and confidence.
To learn more, call us at (336) 793-8040 or visit www.WoodenGroup.com!
Unemployed? Underemployed and concerned about your future? Have you tried everything, but don’t seem to be getting anywhere? Time to try something new!
Questions on how can you improve your marketability? How you can make your resume stand out? What’s the best way to network? How can you improve your interviewing skills? We can help!
Come to The Wooden Group’s one-hour “Get Hired” workshop every Thursday at noon and get free tips and information on all this and much more!
We cover all aspects of a job search. Workshop content is largely driven by you – the attendee. So bring your questions!
The Wooden Group’s office is located in the Broyhill Office Suites on Clemmons Road next to the Clemmons Public Library.
Seating is limited, so call 336.793.8040 or email randy@woodengroup.com to confirm your spot.
Learn more about us at www.woodengroup.com.
STAY CONNECTED!
Unemployed? Underemployed and concerned about your future? Have you tried everything, but don’t seem to be getting anywhere?
Questions on how can you improve your marketability? How you can make your resume stand out? What’s the best way to network? How can you improve your interviewing skills?
Come to The Wooden Group’s one-hour “Get Hired” workshop every Thursday at noon and get free tips and information on all this and much more!
We cover all aspects of a job search. Workshop content is largely driven by you – the attendee. So bring your questions!
The Wooden Group’s office is located in the Broyhill Office Suites on Clemmons Road next to the Clemmons Public Library.
Seating is limited, so call 336.793.8040 or email randy@woodengroup.com to confirm your spot.
Learn more about us at www.woodengroup.com.
STAY CONNECTED!
Unemployed? Underemployed and concerned about your future? Have you tried everything, but don’t seem to be getting anywhere?
How can you improve your marketability? How can I make my resume stand out? What’s the best way for me to network? How can I improve my interviewing skills?
Come to The Wooden Group’s one-hour “Get Hired” workshop every Thursday at noon and get free tips and information on all this and much more!
We cover all aspects of a job search. Workshop content is largely driven by you – the attendee. So bring your questions!
The Wooden Group’s office is located in the Broyhill Office Suites on Clemmons Road next to the Clemmons Public Library.
Seating is limited, so call 336.793.8040 or email randy@woodengroup.com to confirm your spot.
Learn more about us at www.woodengroup.com.
STAY CONNECTED!
Despite the overnight bad weather we had a strong turnout for Saturday’s “Get Hired” workshop.
We discussed topics such as dealing with age on your resume… the “gee, you’re overqualified” concern… salary issues… determining what sorts of key words to include on a resume… the use of verbal “cushions” to appear more at ease… how to handle the “weaknesses” question… and how to deal with employment gaps on your resume.
These workshops are typically a Q&A designed to answer your search questions. The workshops aren’t sequential, so you’re not missing part of a series if you join in midway.
I hope you’ll consider attending and perhaps telling friends from your church, your activities, or your co-workers. All I ask is that you contact us with your cell phone and email, along with how you learned of the event. My assistant Suzanne will contact you to confirm your attendance. It’s important, since seating is limited.
Hope to see you Saturday or at future “Get Hired” workshops. Our office is located in the Broyhill Office Suites on Clemmons Road next to the Clemmons Public Library.
Seating is limited, so call or email to confirm your spot. 336.793.8040 or randy@woodengroup.com.
Learn more about us at www.woodengroup.com. You can also connect with Randy on LinkedIn.
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By: Randy Wooden
Recent reported accounts of low employee job satisfaction shouldn’t be news to most of us. With unemployment hovering around 10%, those who are still employed may well be thankful we at least have a job, but we aren’t particularly thrilled with our situation. (http://www.monstersandcritics.com)
This survey indicates only 45% of Americans are satisfied with their work. I suspect the number to be much lower. For instance, if you took aside each person in a random group of 20 people, I’d wager you’d find all but a couple are unsatisfied with their status when considering compensation, stress, job stability, workload, growth potential, and work/life balance.
Employed people, for the most part, are grinning and bearing it until the economy heats up. Leaving for a new job can be risky any time, but more so these days. Think about it. Not only is there no guarantee you’re not trading one set of headaches for another, but if your new employer encounters financial challenges, they might look to lay off the last hired. So you hunker down and ride out the storm right where you are.
As the economy comes back and companies begin to hire once again you’ll see substantial turnover among employees who’ve felt underpaid, overworked, underappreciated and overstressed.
My advice to employers right now is to pay your people the very best you can and to make them feel important to your company’s success. It’s no guarantee they won’t bolt in time, but your proactive steps today could help stem the tide of employee churn.
If you’re employed and not happy where you are, begin laying the groundwork for your eventual move. Be sure your resume and web presence are first rate, aggressively pursue your networking efforts and rehearse your answers to interview questions. Take time to select targeted companies where you think you’d like to work. Get to know people there so that when they begin to hire you’re front of mind. You’ll be ahead of most people if you follow those steps. Good luck!
Learn more about us at www.woodengroup.com. You can also connect with Randy on LinkedIn.
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By: Randy Wooden
www.WoodenGroup.com
Most of us have heard of informational interviewing. It means different things to different people, but to me it refers to your interaction with another person with the intent of learning about what that person does and learning about their industry. It is NOT simply trying to get new contact names.
It also means obtaining advice on whether you might want to pursue that person’s line of work. Typical questions to ask might include:
“Tell me what you do. What does your company do/make? What do you find most challenging? How did you get into this work? What do you like most/least about what you do? What upcoming industry changes might impact you and your company? Does your company/industry typically hire people from outside the industry? Why?
What advice would you give to someone thinking of pursuing this field? What is a realistic income range for someone like me entering your field? Who else could you point me to for more information about your field?”
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What are the differences between The Wooden Group and an executive search firm, recruiter or personnel agency?
Do you provide job leads?
Our services focus your activities so you uncover and connect with good leads that are a fit for you. Since we practice the networking we preach, we may often have leads to share with you.
Are you able to connect me with a recruiter?
If the opportunities you’re seeking are in the hands of a recruiter, we assist you in finding the right recruiters and building your strategy so you’re a valuable candidate for them to consider.
What’s the unadvertised job market?
Simply put, higher-level job opportunities are often quietly circulated through networks rather than through job seekers’ web sites or the classifieds. Resourceful, networked people are able to connect with this information and develop relationships that lead to interviews.
Check back soon as we answer more of these Frequently Asked Questions.
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