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Annoying People Don't Get Hired!

This might seem like common sense, but although you may be perfectly qualified for a position, your attitude or "vibe" could be causing you to lose the job. Also something as simple as not following directions--because doing something your way makes more sense to you, or works better for you--can also be a very silly way to lose a great job opportunity. Be considerate of other people's efforts and make their lives easier.

Talking About Duties of Past Positions

Theoretically this is one of the easiest questions to get in a job interview, but many job seekers do not maximize this opportunity by clearly discussing what they did in previous jobs, and how it relates to what they are being hired to do now.

How is Dating Like Job Searching

Not everyone has been a hiring manager or an HR Director, but everyone has been on a date at one point in their lives. This video helps explain how hiring mangers have to make similar judgment calls when deciding who to hire--and explains some reasons why job seekers don't get the job.

Answering that Sticky Tell Me About Yourself Question

"Tell me about yourself"...strikes fear in every job seeker's heart, but the reality is that this question is just an icebreaker--that job seekers can definitely use to their advantage. Here are a few tips and tricks to explain the why's behind this question, and how to prepare a strong response.

Handshakes Can Help You Get The Job

Everyone knows that first impressions are critical, but did you ever stop to think about what you think about someone after you shake their hand, and how they may be interpreting your handshake?