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How To Explain Gaps In Employment (With Examples)

Explaining gaps in employment can be intimidating, but there are a couple effective methods you can use. In this article I’m going to show you how to quickly and easily explain employment gaps in your interviews. (I’ll also cover how to explain gaps in employment on your resume and cover letter after that). Let’s get started […]

“Why Did You Choose This Career?” Best Answer (Examples)

“Why did you choose this career?” … You’re likely to hear this interview question whether you’re a recent graduate or have decades of experience. Employers want to know how you got into your field and why you want to be in this career. So it’s a good idea to think about this when you begin your […]

Answering “What Other Companies Are You Interviewing With?”

Why do companies ask what other companies you’re interviewing with? Do you need to tell them the company names? And what are you supposed to say if you’re not interviewing anywhere else? I’m going to explain exactly how to answer this easily and stress-free… and I’ll reveal exactly why employers ask too. Let’s get started… How […]

The 45 Best Tech Job Boards (2017)

Getting Job Interviews
/ By Biron Clark

Tech is a popular industry to work in, partly because most tech jobs pay very well. But where can you find jobs with great tech companies? Well, job boards are one place you can start. We put together this list of the 45 best tech job boards so you can quickly and easily find jobs in […]

“Why Do You Think You Can Do Well In This Job?” Best Answers

If you’re going on interviews this article is going to help you speak more confidently when you’re asked why you think you can do well in this job (or other variations, like “why would you excel in this job?”) Being able to clearly and quickly answer direct questions like this can be the difference between getting […]

How To Answer “What Motivates You?” (Interview Question)

There are a lot of variations of this interview question… What motivates you? What drives you to come to work each day? What makes you get out of bed each morning and come to work? I’ve gone on interviews myself and been asked this. I’ve also asked it to candidates while working as a recruiter. […]

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How To Answer “How Did You Hear About This Position?”

You’re going to hear this question a lot as an ice-breaker in your interview: How did you hear about this position? There are a couple of important rules to follow when answering, so I’ll walk you through exactly what to do. How To Answer “How Did You Hear About This Position?” (With Examples) Usually you […]

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How To Research A Company Before A Job Interview

Preparing For Your Interview
/ By Biron Clark

In the next 10 minutes I’m going to show you exactly how to research a company before your job interview. You want to go in there feeling ready, and you don’t want to be embarrass yourself. So what’s the fastest and easiest way to get enough information about a company to avoid interview mistakes and make a […]

Applying For Out Of State Jobs? How To Get Hired

Getting Job Interviews
/ By Biron Clark

I’m asked about this a lot: How to apply for out-of-state jobs. It’s not easy- You need to avoid discrimination based on your location, handle complicated interview and travel schedules, and more. There’s a reason so many people become frustrated soon after they start applying for jobs out of state. Fortunately I’ve helped a lot of […]

10 Resume Summary Statement Examples That Get Interviews

There are a couple big reasons your resume summary statement (or your CV “profile” if you’re in the UK) is so important. Someone asked me recently: “Biron… I heard hiring managers only spend an average of 10 seconds reading a resume. So resumes are meaningless, right?” My answer: “That’s how long they take to scan your resume while […]

How To Find A Job Without Any Work Experience

This is a very common question/problem, so if you’re wondering the best way to find jobs without any work experience you’re definitely not alone… and you’re in the right place. Let’s get started… I’m going to show you the best ways to find a job without any experience. 1. Tailor your resume and job application for every […]

How To Approach A Job Interview After Being Fired

Preparing For Your Interview
/ By Biron Clark

I’m asked this question all the time… How to prepare for a job interview after getting fired? How do you explain yourself and answer all the tough questions they’re going to ask you? I’m going to walk you through this step-by-step. I know it’s nerve-racking because I’ve been fired too, but once you know what to do, it’s going […]

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