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Funny Interview Moments
Funny Interview Moments

Funny Interview Moments

  • Laura-McGrath
  • September 22, 2017
  • interview coaching

Humour and interviews do not often go hand in hand.  But in the spirit of the New Year, we would like to share some amusing interview moments with you to help you start your job search on a happy note……………

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Graduate Interviews
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Graduate Interviews

  • Laura-McGrath
  • September 22, 2017
  • interview tips, graduate interviews

Recently graduated? Looking to get your first step on the career ladder? As there is always high interest in the best companies, graduates need to sharpen up their interview skills to give themselves the best possible chance of beating off the competition and securing a job offer.

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How to succeed in a group interview.
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How to succeed in a group interview

  • Laura-McGrath
  • September 22, 2017
  • interview tips, interview coaching, group interview

Group interviews are a popular way for employers to assess a large number of applicants in a cost effective and timely manner.  They’re often used so to determine qualities such as communication/ influencing / leadership skills and are a good way to test how well job applicants will behave in a stressful environment.  

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Why wasn't I successful?

Dealing with Silence in Interviews

  • Laura-McGrath
  • September 22, 2017
  • interview tips, interview coaching

What do you do when the flow of conversation comes to a grinding halt in an interview?  It’s very easy to feel the weight of silence and the impulse to fill the gap can be hard to overcome.  Below are some useful tips to help you deal with these wordless moments:

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How to manage the interviewer
Why wasn't I successful?

How to manage the interviewer?

  • Laura-McGrath
  • September 22, 2017
  • interview tips, Manage Interviewer

Interviewing is a complex process where personal dynamics take centre stage.  By developing an awareness of the main personality types, you can help you improve your ability to adapt to the interviewer’s individual style. Developing such a flexible approach can impact on the direction and style of the interview and ultimately its outcome. 

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Humour in the interview room
Funny Interview Moments

Humour in the Interview Room

  • Laura-McGrath
  • September 21, 2017
  • interview coaching, Interview Tip, Interview Humour

Humour and interviews don’t often go hand in hand but to get your year off on a happy note, we would like to share some funny stories with you. These are taken from a survey we recently conducted with over 1,000 Human Resource Managers. 

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Influencing Communication Skills
Competency Questions

Influencing / Communication Skills

  • Laura-McGrath
  • September 21, 2017
  • interview tips, interview coaching, Communication Skills

Fashion touches every aspect of our lives – our latest phone model, hair style, colours we wear, music we buy….  The recruitment sector is no different and is subject to “what’s hot and what’s not”.  So what are the latest interview trends and how do you best adapt your style to beat the competition? 

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Overcoming Interview Nerves
Why wasn't I successful?

Overcoming Interview Nerves

  • Laura-McGrath
  • September 21, 2017
  • interview tips, interview coaching, Interview Nerves

Sweaty palms, racing heart, blood pumping through the veins.  Only 60 minutes to prove yourself and wipe the competition to the floor. Winner takes all, no prizes for runners up.  These days, interviews are a fraught process, brutally competitive and require nerves of steel. 

Many of these emotions are also experienced by athletes before entering a big competition.     Sports psychologists have been employed by world class athletes since the1988 Olympics, to help them manage the intense pressure that comes with competing in world championships.    In this article we will look at some of the mental exercises used by elite athletes to ensure they excel in their field and win that coveted gold medal.

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Problem Solving
Competency Questions

Problem Solving

  • Laura-McGrath
  • September 21, 2017
  • interview tips, interview coaching, Competency Interview, Problem Solving

Competency Interview Questions – Problem Solving

As today’s market place is dominated by uncertainty, employers are placing an increasingly high value on a candidate’s ability to problem solve, show sound judgement and make quick decisions.

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Promotional Interviews
Selected Interview Categories - From Virtual Interviews to Promotional Interviews

Promotional Interviews

  • Laura-McGrath
  • September 21, 2017
  • interview tips, Promotion Interview

Whilst promotional interviews share many of the same features as traditional interviews, you need to be aware of their subtle differences to ensure you avoid any potential pitfalls and that you maximise your performance.

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