There is no telling how nervous you must feel preparing for your first job interview as an immigrant. There is the fear of not saying what your prospective employer wants to hear. Reading several articles on interview questions and the best answer to give is a good place to start. Nevertheless, employers are different, and these may not be all you need to scale through. So, before going for that all-important first interview, here are seven things to bear in mind. 1. Brace up for … [Read more...]
Job Interview Tips
Psyching yourself up for a job interview can seem a little daunting. Even when you feel like you'll be a great fit for the position and you're confident in your ability to talk about why you'd be great at a job, you know that you're up against other applications who could potentially present themselves as a better option. Some advance preparation and key follow-up steps can make a big difference in how you'll fare on a job interview. Here are some important tips on what you should do during the … [Read more...]
How To Get a Job if You Don’t Have the Specific Technical Knowledge
So, you want to change careers and enter an entirely new field, but you're not sure if you'll be accepted? After all, you don't have the relevant technical knowledge to hold down a job in the new field you're considering. In such a scenario, how do you prove to prospective employers that you are a good fit for the job? Here are a few ways by which you can demonstrate to your prospective employers or hiring managers that you are, in fact, the right candidate for the job. Be confident … [Read more...]
