I submitted my resume. When should I expect interviews?

I submitted my resume. When should I expect interviews?

by | Oct 21, 2022 | Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Formatting, Interview Tips, Interviewing, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Resume Submissions

QUESTION: How many resumes should I expect to submit before I get an interview? And what is the timeline I should expect? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes No set number of resumes guarantees a job interview. The timeline varies based on the company’s hiring...
Interview Tips

Interview Tips

by | Sep 7, 2022 | Interview Tips, Interviewing

QUESTION: We’re back to some in-person interviews, what should I bring? v Carol Adams, Ideal Resumes, LLC I suggest a simple black or blue pocket folder with several copies of your resume and references page, a small notebook, and a working (pre-tested!) pen....
How can I end an interview?

How can I end an interview?

by | Aug 5, 2022 | Interview Tips, Interviewing

QUESTION: I’m in an interview; I realize early on that this will not be a good fit. How can I end the interview without worry about possible repercussions? v Jennifer Gruwald, University of Connecticut You should always see the interview to completion. You agreed to...
The first thing the recruiter asked me was, “What salary are you looking for?” — even before he had explained the job. What’s the best way to respond to not take myself out of the running nor selling myself short?

The first thing the recruiter asked me was, “What salary are you looking for?” — even before he had explained the job. What’s the best way to respond to not take myself out of the running nor selling myself short?

by | May 4, 2022 | Interview Tips, Interviewing, Salary & Benefits Negotiations

QUESTION: The first thing the recruiter asked me was, “What salary are you looking for?” — even before he had explained the job. What’s the best way to respond to not take myself out of the running nor selling myself short? v Kate Lavia Bagley, Institute for Advanced...