17 Job Interview Tips - Walrath Recruiting, Inc.

Link Roundup 5/19/17 Job Interview Tips - Walrath Recruiting, Inc. This week we have some great advice on what some consider the scariest part of the hiring process: job interviews. This one on one conversation can dictate whether or not you move on in the process, and it can be quite unnerving! Thankfully we have some links that can help you approach unique situations that may come up. For instance, if you decide to not show for a job interview, theres a few steps you should follow. All that and more can be found in the links below from this week. Writing Your Resume When Your Job Title Doesnt Reflect Your Responsibilities A great job will allow you to grow and change within it as time goes on. Sometimes, you may take on more responsibilities, but your job title isnt updated to reflect them. This can make it tricky to update your resume, since the job title may not send the message you want it to. It can be challenging to apply for managerial level roles if manager isnt your title. This helpful article from the Harvard Business Review can help you make it work even if your job title isnt what you d like it to be. Also, if youre considering just changing your title yourself on your resume, we discussed why thats not a great idea in a previous blog post. The 9 Stupid Myths About Resumes That Most People Still Believe Its fairly common to see a new common resume mistakes blog almost every week, but this one does something different. Instead of looking at outright mistakes, it focuses on misunderstandings. By breaking down common misconceptions and busting myths about resume writing, it will help you truly form a document that better represents yourself, and excites a hiring manager. If youre going to be updating your resume anytime soon, this is a must read. How to Deal with Weird Job Interview Questions If youre actively job hunting, youve probably prepared yourself for most interview questions. However, sometimes you may get the odd question out of the blue that catches you completely off guard. Theres no way to know what that question may be, but this article discusses the best methodology for answering a unique question. Most of these odd brain teasers have been phased out by the tech companies that were using them, but you never know what youll get asked! What You Need to Do When You Decide to Drop Out of a  Job Interview If youre feeling unsure about a company you are currently in the hiring process with, dont worry! Most people in the workforce have had similar thoughts. Its not uncommon to get cold feet, but its important how you react to that feeling. Dropping out of the hiring process could keep you away from a toxic workplace, but you could also miss out on a great opportunity. This article will help you make the right decision, and if you do drop out, do so professionally. Pharrell Williams Just Gave Some Savvy Career Advice Singer-songwriter Pharrell Williams may be known for Happy and his judging on NBCs The Voice, but he had some great remarks about pursuing a career in a recent graduation speech. Williams championed on the real world influencers, who are making positive change around the world, and discussed the important of accomplishments. He also said, that not all accomplishments are equal, but it is important to celebrate them. If you want a breakdown of his full remarks, click the link in the title above. LinkedIns Top Companies of 2017 Reveal What Employees Really Want LinkedIn has released their Top Companies of 2017, and this article from CNBC describes their takeaways. Specifically, they noted that the most popular companies have a unique combination of brand recognition and intrepid initiatives. These companies are both well known, and forward thinking. This is likely what attracts so many employees to seek them out for employment. Job seekers are seeking out companies that will not just offer benefits, but look great on their resume as well to help their career down the road. 6 Signs the New Employee at Your Office Wont Last Very Long Theyre not all diamonds. Not every new hire is going to get along with their coworkers, or do their work as expected. Sometimes, things just dont work out. A strong resume and a great interview dont always mean a good fit candidate. While its not always easy to tell, there are some signs that the new guy or gal just might not stick around too long. 6 Red Flags to Look Out for When Interviewing Lastly, we have another article about red flags, but this time its from the other end of the table. While the previous link help identify a trouble employee, this article from Glassdoor points out some signs that you may want to bail on the company you are interviewing with. There are a few small things that are signs of a bigger problem at a company. Reading over this list isnt a bad idea if you want to avoid finding out too late that a company doesnt treat their employees right. Thats all we have for this week! Now you know how to pick out a problem employee, a problem employer, and how to properly drop out of the hiring process. Well be back next week with more links full of advice, so make sure you check back!