Preparation Tips for Job Interviews

Posted on October 17, 2017 by bermanevansretail

The job interview may be the KEY step in the job search process. (First, you write a great resume to secure interviews!) With that in mind, this post tackles preparation tips for job interviews.
 

Background

According to Hannah Morgan, writing for Savvy Intern:

“The interview is scheduled! You are ecstatic, as you should be. But now what? Begin preparing and practicing! How will you perfectly prepare for the interview? Perhaps you need an interview preparation guide. You’ve already done some preliminary research on the company. But now it’s time to dig deep. The more you know about the firm, its competitors and the overall market, the smarter you’ll appear. Too often people fail to thoroughly prepare the job interview for this specific job at this company. In other words, they tend to treat each interview as generic in nature.”

 

Job Interview Preparation Tips: 10 Steps to Success

Morgan offers a new 10-step guide with job interview preparation tips. To access her full guide, click the image below the tips.

  1. “Get a Copy of the Most Current Job Description — What they’ve posted online may not be the full description or most recent version of job requirements. It isn’t unusual for a firm to have a different version of the job description for internal use. It may be more descriptive.”
  2. “Prepare a Story for Each of the Job Requirements — Go through each requirement listed in the job posting and develop an answer for how you meet the requirements.”
  3. “Prepare Answers to the Most Common Interview Questions — You shouldn’t sound rehearsed. You should sound natural! Practice!
  4. “Craft Your Opening Statement — You can pretty much count on this question. Prepare the best 1-minute response. Answer as if you were asked, why should we hire you.
  5. “Research the Company — Look at the company Web site and career page. But don’t stop here. Google the firm and see what news is mentioned.”
  6. “Know Something About the Interviewers — Thank goodness for LinkedIn. Go ahead and see where they used to work, what organizations and groups they belong to, and recommendations others have written.”
  7. “Prepare Smart Questions — To understand the job and firm, ask questions! So, ask questions to learn expectations, how the team functions, and more.”
  8. “Know the Internet Format — Will you be meet one-on-one, as a panel, via phone, Skype, or online video, and how long will the scheduled to last?”
  9. “Bring Copies of Your Resume for Everyone — Don’t assume everyone will have a copy.”
  10. “Know Exact Dates –If you haven’t completed an application, don’t say “see attached resume.” Fully and accurately complete the job application. It is a legal document. Do not lie, exaggerate or embellish.”

 
Job interview preparation tips. Click here to access the 10-step guide with job interview preparation tips.
 

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How Shoppers Can Eat and Live Better

Posted on October 16, 2017 by bermanevansretail

Are you healthy? Do you feel stressed out? If these topics interest you, today’s post is for you. Eating, Living Better.

We have posted many times on these topics, including these: How Physically Active Are YOU? How Healthy Are We? Perceptions Vs. Reality What’s the State of Healthcare Information Online? Want to Attract the Health-Conscious Consumer? Which Elements of YOUR Emotional Intelligence Do YOU Need to Improve? Reducing Your Stress.

Thank you to Gin Garton, Director of Communication at MoneyGeek.com, for giving us access to the material that follows.

 

Background

As the MoneyGeek staff report:

“We’ve all been there. You’re in the 10-items-or-less checkout line at the grocery store. The clerk rings up your purchases and announces the total. As you load your meager foodstuffs into the car, you must grapple with grim reality. You’ve just spent $16 for a box of cereal, three protein bars, and a bag of carrots. But this disturbing scene need not be repeated. Contrary to what many people believe, you don’t have to break the bank to buy healthy, nutritious food. You just need to plan ahead a bit, become a savvy consumer, and understand some basics about nutrition.”

“Of course, the food we eat is not the only factor that contributes to our health and wellness. Our sleeping habits and stress level also affect how we feel, both physically and mentally. This guide shows you how to save money while eating well and living fully. It also includes some special tips for three groups of people who often find it hard to find the time to eat well and get enough sleep: College students, parents and children.”

What’s the solution? Low Stress + Good Sleep + Balanced Diet = The Recipe for Healthy Living.

Eating, Living Better. Low Stress + Good Sleep + Balanced Diet = The Recipe for Healthy Living

Chart by MoneyGeek.com

 

Eating, Living Better

According to MoneyGeek, we can do these things to feel better.

Eat Better

  • “Focus on What You Should Eat, Not What You Shouldn’t — Let’s face it, pizza at 2 A.M. hits the spot, but maybe you don’t feel too great about it the next morning. Rather than quit cold turkey, fill up on fresh, whole foods during the day and then see if you still want that late night pizza.
  • Make Sure to Eat Enough Throughout the Day — It’s tempting to skip meals while rushing around, but food is absolutely essential for maintaining your focus, energy levels, and immune function during the day.
  • Avoid Dieting — Don’t put the extra stress of a diet on yourself when you’re already swamped.”

Reduce Stress

  • “Exercise Moderately — Get some exercise to stay focused and energetic. Begin with a realistic and attainable goal such as 15 to 30 minutes of walking a day.
  • Meditate — Meditation is “mental hygiene” for its impact on managing stress. Start with 5 minutes a day, and it will be there for you when you need it later in life.
  • Be Kind to Yourself — Life is demanding. You can’t be perfectly healthy all the time. Stressing about your health will make matters worse. Give yourself a pat on the back for the healthy choices you do make, however small, and keep on going!”

Sleep Better

  • “Don’t Bring Worries to Bed — Keep a journal next to your bed and spend a few minutes writing your thoughts before you go to sleep.
  • Create a Comfortable Sleeping Environment — Avoid being on your laptop in bed, especially within a half hour of asleep. If you live in a college dorm or with roommates, an eye mask and earplugs may help to drown out noise and light.”
  • Avoid Caffeine in the Afternoon and at Night — Consuming caffeine late in the day can hinder your quality of sleep. Reach for green tea instead.”

For other great tips, go to MoneyGeek’s “A Saver’s Guide to Eating and Living Well.“

 

Take a Fun Nutrition Quiz

Click the image below. Enter your answers at the MoneyGeek site. What do YOU learn?

 

 

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Most Attractive U.S. Employers: 2017

Posted on October 12, 2017 by bermanevansretail

Yesterday’s post covered the 2017 most attractive global employers for business students.

Click below to access information on the prior two surveys:

    • 2016 most attractive U.S. employers.
    • 2015 most attractive U.S. employers.

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      Background

      In sum, these are Universum’s survey goals:

      “Today’s businesses operate in a highly competitive employment landscape. You you can gain a valuable insight into how firms are perceived by tomorrow’s workforce with the results of our 2017 Talent Survey in the U.S. In addition, we highlight career aspirations and desirable industries identified by the respondents.”

       

      2017 Most Attractive Employers for U.S. Business Students

      For the 2017 Most Attractive Global Employers U.S. report, Universum surveyed 27,000 business students in the United States.

      These 25 employers rank highest by U.S. college business students.

      2017 Most Attractive U.S. Employers. Top 25 ranked by U.S. business students.

      Click below to access the full 2017 U.S. employer report. Note: A free login is required.

      2017 Most Attractive U.S. Employers. Click to download the full U.S. report.

       

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