You're interviewing for a job you're really excited about. You've researched the company's history and products, and prepared answers to all the typical interview questions. After you sit down with the hiring manager, you're hit with an unexpected question that stops you dead in your tracks. What do you do next? Preparing for an interview is...
There’s a common misconception among job seekers that while waiting to hear back on a job, they’re supposed to patiently wait to hear from Human Resources on the status of their application or interview. It’s startling how quickly job hunters conclude they’re not allowed to contact the hiring manager or take other actions that might...
When you’re searching for a job, it’s easy to get caught up in the “just give me the job” mentality. You feel like you’d do anything to fill the spot.
It’s no secret that GetFive members who land a new position inevitably mention how much of their success was a result of persistent follow-up calls, letters, and emails to the key decision makers. Even for people who see themselves as good conversationalists and who are unafraid of reaching out to people, these follow-ups are not...
Despite major changes in how people search for and get jobs, one simple step continues to be important: sending thank-you notes after an interview. Why? A powerful thank-you note can help you move to the next phase in the hiring process. A poorly written one — or sending none at all — can damage your...
No one relishes the idea of being rejected, personally or professionally. While you can’t do much (and probably shouldn’t) to convince a person who declined a date that you’re a real catch, it is possible to change the mind of a rejection-inclined hiring manager. What’s more, turning a rejection into a job offer can benefit...
Say you’ve done everything right, followed The Five O’Clock Club's job search method, and landed an interview for the perfect job. Even when everything seems right on paper, a hiring manager’s decision often comes down to something elusive called “fit.” What is this “fit,” and how can it help you connect with your future employers...
You have a resume that perfectly aligns with the job description. Your background is impeccable. You nailed all the interviews and now you are waiting anxiously for the job offer to come in. There's one final step that many hiring managers will take before structuring an offer, though: a reference check.
Who doesn’t like hearing “thanks?” Virtually, everyone – including hiring managers – appreciate expressions of gratitude. In one survey, 91 percent of hiring managers polled said they liked it when job candidates sent some message of gratitude after an interview. [1]But everyone knows there’s a fine line between looking like a true professional and coming...
Job-seekers employ a range of tactics that they believe will get them jobs. They work with search firms, build their social media connections, network and contact companies directly. These strategies often lead to interviews, but they don’t necessarily move the needle when it is time for a company to decide whether you’re the right person...
No matter how excited you are at the prospect of buying a new home or car, you wouldn’t make either purchase without doing some homework first, right? You would compare home prices in an area, and research all the features of the car before committing to buy. Why then, would you ever consider accepting a...