Past Issues of Interview Fitness Training, the newsletter
Brought to you by: Carole Martin, The Interview Coach
Email: carole@interviewcoach.com
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September Issue, 2003 |
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From the Coach
If you find yourself feeling discouraged about the present state of the economy and the job market in particular, you might try a matinee movie to boost your spirits. The movie "Seabiscuit" is a particularly uplifting story about a man, a boy, and a horse, who all rise to the top in spite of the odds against them. The plot which is based on a true story was filmed during a time when the nation and the economy were at its worst; a time when people were looking for hope and inspiration. Somehow, we seem to be in that mode once again – "What we need now is another 'Seabiscuit'."
Best wishes to you all.
Carole
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The number of resumes posted on Monster.com in February 1999: 1 million. |
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The number of resumes posted on Monster.com in February 2003: 24.5 million. |
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The average salary for a job listed online: $40,000. |
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The percentage of interviews for managerial positions that result from answering online job postings: 13%. |
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The percentage of interviews from networking and cold calling: 62%. |
Two of
the articles I wrote for Monster.com regarding cold calling and networking.
Warm Up to Cold Calling
Tough times call for tough strategies. If you find that your networking prospects are drying up, it may be time to think of new ways to penetrate the job market. The cold call is a basic technique used in selling, and when done properly, it can provide new opportunities for you.
http://interview.monster.com/articles/coldcall/
Informational Interviewing
This is largely an overlooked process, because it is misunderstood. In an informational interview, you are seeking leads and information regarding an industry, a career path or an employer by talking to people you know or who have been referred to you. Get 10 tips to prepare for this type of interview. Click here.
Hi Carole:
I got the job!!
You are doing a great job as a coach. I've never experienced your type of preparation for a job interview. Your methods are very good. You hit all the right points, especially, the SPARE/STAR approach. If you can stress to applicants to focus on answering with the situation, task, action, and of course, with positive results, that will definitely take any applicant farther than any ordinary Joe. Thanks for all your coaching assistance.
MD, El Paso, Texas
Check out my workbook, "Interview Fitness Training, A Workout With Carole Martin" available at Amazon.com
- 13 powerful exercises – to get you focused and prepared for the interview
- Specific Tips – to help you prevent nervousness and “sweaty hands”
- Rules and Tools – to negotiate a higher salary, or other perks
- Strategies – to change your thinking – interviewing them as they interview you
- Preparation guidelines – to handle difficult questions about salary and other subjects
- Stories, Examples, and Testimonials – from former client’s successes and mistakes
- Resources – to research salary information, self-improvement books, and websites
Q. I really need help. I was an office manager for over 20yrs. When asked..."What did you do?" I find myself at a loss for words. How does one sum up an entire career in one sentence?
A. Who said it had to be "one sentence?" Be prepared to name the main functions of your job, that I am sure you listed on your resume. Now tell them that you have handled almost every office problem you can think of over the course of your career.
I once told my interviewers, "I have been there and done that, and there is nothing you can say that would shock me or surprise me" (coming from an HR manager job). They took that answer as a challenge and hired me. And, once I was in the job, they did shock me and surprise me – some companies make some very big errors in handling situations..
The Interview Coach
Interview Horror Story
"I arrived early and was greeted by the VP's secretary. She offered me a seat in the waiting room that was adjacent to the hall that lead to the offices. I could clearly hear the conversation the secretary was having with the VP. It was the first time he saw my resume and it was obvious that he was not happy with her decision to bring me in for an interview. I heard him say, 'This person has too much experience and will want more money than I want to pay.' They loudly bantered back and forth and believe it or not, their conversation included some very choice swear words. I thought to myself, 'This can't be true.... it's either twisted way of testing a candidate or it's Candid Camera!'"
"The VP came to the waiting room, said hello and then proceeded to say with a disgusted look on his face, 'I wanted someone younger than you for this position,' and then reluctantly invited me to his office to talk. He offered me a chair that was located about 8 feet from his desk. How awkward! I sat there for about 5 minutes and then decided I would drag the chair and sit directly in front of his desk. I wanted to look him right in the eyes! I already knew I didn't want this job, but I wanted him to feel a little uncomfortable, the same way he made me feel. What's that old saying? 'One good turn deserves another.'"
"I didn''t get that job, but I will never ever forget the interview."
Cairn in Connecticut
Do you have a job
interview coming up...
Are you ready?
Are your interviewing skills rusty?
Do you feel excited?
Terrified?
Imagine walking into the interview feeling confident and prepared for the questions they are going to ask you.
In this economy, you'd better be able to answer every job interview question confidently and correctly or the job offer will go to someone who has the answers.
A Workout With The Interview Coach
A workshop in a book to get you focused, prepared and feeling confident.
"Just talking to Carole made me feel more confident when I walked into my interview." Jessica, New York
Need help now? Live, Personal Coaching
It's easy to get started - no obligation! Interview coaching can be arranged with an email (carole@interviewcoach.com) or phone call (toll free at 1-877-647-JOBS - within the US only). Set up an appointment for a free 10 minute assessment.
Watch for my new book -- January, 2004
"Boost Your Interview IQ --
A Breakthrough System for Showing How You Are
The Best Person for the Job."
More to come on the book's availability over the month's ahead.
Carole Martin
The Interview Coach
http://www.interviewcoach.com carole@interviewcoach.com
1-877-647-5627
How much is it costing you to blow the interview?
Carole Martin - MONSTER.com's interview expert - has a workbook full of exercises and tips.
"INTERVIEW FITNESS TRAINING"
http://www.interviewcoach.com/workbook.html
PREPARATION = CONFIDENCE = SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEWS =JOB OFFERS
