Interview

How to land a civilian or contractor job as ex military Sizing up the leap from a military career to the private sector? Take some tips on how to land ex military jobs from Mark Henderson, a retired Army colonel and one of the founders of Palladian International, an executive-search firm based in Waynesboro, Va. … Read More

Many people preparing for an interview will ask, “Can you give me a list of questions I can expect?” That’s tricky question: You can’t really anticipate what you will be asked because every interviewer has a different approach. The solution is to focus on the goal of the interview — especially when it comes to … Read More

Interview prep for sales and marketing candidates getting ready for to meet potential employers. If you work in sales or marketing, odds are good that you’re not worrying up a storm the night before a big job interview. Selling your skills and experience to a new company? Figuring out what they’re looking for? That’s your … Read More

Words to use on your resume, and in your interview, if you’re over 40 years old. Having served as a recruiter and career coach for a number of years, I talk with prospective candidates daily about their qualifications and engage in the development of their strategic search efforts. In our discussions, the candidate will usually … Read More

Help your references help you. Reference checks can confirm or deny the value of a job seeker to a potential employer. They can be the difference maker in employment. When it comes to references, do sweat the small stuff. For a real-life illustration of a reference’s importance, consider “Alex’s” example: “Alex Partain” thought his resume … Read More

Ways to ace your phone and in-person interviews in a competitive finance industry. Considering the state of the finance industry, every competitive edge counts when you’re preparing for that interview. Recruiters and job seekers offered Ladders insights into the dynamics of interviewing in finance today. Art Romero is managing director and owner of Academy Recruiting, … Read More

Showcasing soft skills like mentorship and collaboration can go a long way in illustrating how you fit into the corporate culture. Hard facts like ROI and profit margins are easy to explain in an interview, but top-tier candidates often need to showcase “soft skills” like mentorship and collaboration with a pool of A+ talent. Directors … Read More

Prepare your sell for two audiences: the mid-level staffers and senior management. The senior-level interview is an animal of its own. The old go-to answers don’t apply, and you’re selling not just your ability but your vision. The first few rounds are critical as you establish your seat at the executive round table with peers … Read More

Consider volunteer work a lengthy interview. If you think doing volunteer work is just “filler to pad the resume” while you are looking for a “real job,” then think again. It can make or break you during a job search. Pro bono work can include anything from nonprofit projects to community service and even religious … Read More