Q: Does the Best Person Get the Great Job?

A: Not always.

Let's say you are hands down the best qualified person for the job. However, if your resume is poorly written, leaves out critical qualifying information, or just looks unprofessional... you may not get the call for an interview.

Even if you are selected to interview, there is a possibility that you will unknowingly commit one or more of the Top Interview Errors .

Depending on the way the company operates, you may not have a "typical" interview." It is a good idea to be prepared for more than one type of interview so that you are not surprised. Types of Interviews

There are lots of good websites (besides this one) that will tell you how to prepare and what you should be doing in a job interview. If you are looking for truly expert advice, I suggest that you open and print this guide. It is the best resource I have found on the topic of interviewing, IMX Interview Success Guide.

Here are eight preparation steps that can give you a better chance of landing your next job. These steps are:

1. Do Your Research
2. Practice Interviewing
3. Prepare an Interview Folder
4. Your Personal Dress Code
5. Planning Your Time To Get There
6. During The Interview
7. Exiting Gracefully
8. Post-interview Follow up

 

 

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