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August 6th, 2010 |

How to Handle the Group Interview Like a Pro

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President of CareerJimmy and Author of the new Job Interview “Secret”

You may feel comfortable meeting with one interviewer. But then you’re called in for a panel or group interview. Your palms grow moist and your head spins. It may feel as though people are ganging up on you. But that’s not the case at all. A group or panel interview is one way the employer or hiring manager can share the responsibility for making hiring decisions. Such an interview may work for you rather than against you. For example, if one person is uncertain, others may speak up for you, resulting in a change in perspective that could lead to a job offer.

Engage the Interviewers

When a question comes your way, respond to that individual, but make eye contact with the others too. The more each person feels included, the better your chances of making a favorable impression. Notice how the panel or group members get along with one another, as well. Is there a nice, easy fellowship, or do you detect a competitive spirit?

Consider What You Really Want

Of course it’s important to know the company, so find out all that you can before the group interview, but then think about what you need, the kind of organization you see as a good fit for your skills and personality, and if the mix displayed by the panel is one you can live with. Just because you’re offered a job doesn’t mean you have to accept it. Be sure that what you’re looking for is what you see in this environment.

Follow Up With a Thank You

Before you leave, ask for business cards from the panel members and send a thank you note to each one. At the very least, send a thank you to the person who arranged the interview.

Jimmy Sweeney is the president of CareerJimmy and author of the brand new “Secret Career Document” job landing system. Jimmy is also the author of several career related books and writes a monthly article titled, “Job Search Secrets.”

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July 29th, 2010 |

Your Cover Letter Must Have THIS Ingredient

President of CareerJimmy and Author of the new, Amazing Cover Letter Creator

Focus, vivid language, clear request for an in-person interview, proper format with plenty of white space? Yes to all of these essentials of a job search cover letter. But one ingredient that is often overlooked is tone. Many job seekers give too much attention to their work experience and skills, important as they are, and neglect to reveal their personality and character through the manner in which they express themselves.

Tone of Voice Matters

As you sit down to write your cover letter, consider how you want to come across and then match your wording to that objective. Do you want to convey enthusiasm and sincerity or are you willing to settle for lackluster language that leaves the hiring manager wondering who you are as a person? Here are two examples.

Example A: Thanks so much for posting your need for a Business Development Manager on JobsSkillsAndAdvice.com. I’ve been looking for such a position since I moved to Mumbai last month. When I discovered that your organization is hiring, I jumped on the opportunity to contact you. I’ve had five years of experience assisting my previous employer and I know I can contribute to your company the skills I’ve developed in this job––organization, dependability, crisis management, and positive problem-solving.

Could we meet for an interview? I’m eager to find out your expectations for the person you hire and to show you how I will work hard to meet them. Please name a date and time that is right for you and I’ll be there, ready to get right down to business.

Example B: I read your advertisement for an administrative assistant on JobsSkillsAndAdvice.com. This is the kind of work I wish to do. Therefore, I am writing this cover letter to let you know that I would like to meet for an interview so I can talk over what you need and how I can provide it. I have experience and skills related to this type of work. You can consult my enclosed resume for more details.

Please let me know if you would like to interview me. I am available weekday afternoons. I hope to hear from you soon.

Review and Study

If you were the hiring manager, which cover letter would you respond to? Take a moment to review each example and then jot down some notes on why you prefer the one you chose.

What makes it stand out?
What character trait shines through?
Would the person behind this letter be someone you’d like to work with?
What might you expect from that individual if faced with a crisis?

Save your comments and these examples to study while planning your next cover letter for the position you’re seeking. Then let your personality and character guide you as you write, including job-related details in a tone that will compel the hiring manager to call you for an interview.

Jimmy Sweeney is the president of CareerJimmy and author of the brand new, “Amazing Cover Letter Creator.” Jimmy is also the author of several career related books and writes a monthly article titled, “Job Search Secrets.”

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July 26th, 2010 |

Follow Up Your Cover Letter With a Follow-Up!

President of CareerJimmy and Author of the new,

Amazing Cover Letter Creator

How would you like to double your job search odds? Is that a ‘yes?’ If so, please read carefully because I have a bit of magic to share with you that can make that possible.

The secret formula is this: Contact the company you want to work for not once but twice—first in your initial cover letter and then in a follow-up cover letter, giving you a chance to be noticed two times instead of one.

Make a GOOD First Impression TWICE!

Most job-hunters neglect this important step. They send out cover letters and then wait and hope. If no response arrives, they get discouraged, and some give up. But you don’t have to be one of them.

Take It Easy and Keep It Simple

Ten days after your first cover letter write a short opening paragraph and add it to a copy of that letter and send it to the same person you contacted before. By adding the new opening you’re reminding the individual that he or she has heard from you before and now you’re writing to advise that you’re still interested and available to fill the position.

Example:

Dear Ms. Gupta:

I contacted you a week or so ago and am following up here with a copy of my original letter in case it missed you the first time. I’m extremely interested in the position of (insert type of job) and would welcome meting you for an in-person interview. (Continue with the original cover letter from that point on).

Think twice before you pass up this great opportunity to double your chance of landing an interview for the job you want. Follow through and follow up!

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July 23rd, 2010 |

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July 20th, 2010 |

Manifesting Reality Isn’t Hard Work After All!

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To say I was blown away is a huge understatement. Here was this one simple book that had changed my life overnight!

In fact, I believe this is the most powerful book ever written on the Law of Attraction. Manifest a Miracle teaches everything you need to begin manifesting your every desire right now!

But the best part of the book is how lovingly it was crafted by the author. Gary Evans is a man who is obviously manifesting his desires, and his warmth and excitement can be felt in the book’s every word. I felt happy just reading it, but what happened when I began applying the processes was what REALLY excited me!

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