by NRWA President | Sep 1, 2021 | Career Tips, Interview Tips, Interviewing, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+
QUESTION: In applying for a leadership role, I’ve been asked in interviews how I would contribute to their diversity initiatives if I get the job. I don’t have any specific experience working on diversity initiatives. How do I answer this question? v Grant...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Feb 17, 2021 | Career Changing, Career Planning & Focus, Interviewing
QUESTION: I have recently stepped down from leadership roles and now want a job without such responsibility. How do I overcome being viewed as “overqualified”? v Jessica Visek It is certainly possible and would require a rebranding of your experience, skills, and...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Nov 6, 2020 | Interviewing
QUESTION: What is an “interview leave-behind” and how do I use it? v Kelly Donovan, Kelly Donovan & Associates You can leave behind something of value that leaves a lasting impression on your interviewer. The interviewer has already seen your resume and LinkedIn...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jul 29, 2020 | Interviewing
QUESTION: I had an interview last week and the interviewer asked me about being a mom. I was uncomfortable and wasn’t sure how this was relevant to my candidacy for the role. How should I have responded? v Kiersten Troutman, Second Glance Résumés You can state,...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jul 8, 2020 | Interviewing
QUESTION: I’m deathly afraid of video. How can I still do well in video interviews given my fear of the camera? v Angela Watts, MyPro Resumes The only way to become more comfortable in front of the camera is to practice. Invite friends to chat via Zoom, schedule...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Apr 27, 2020 | Interviewing, Personal Branding
QUESTION: How can I stand out and be memorable in my interview? v Lisa Rangel, Chameleon Resumes Approach the interview as a business partner equal to the interviewer who is evaluating if the job opportunity is a right match for you (the job seeker) and the...