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During my 30 years in the recruiting industry, I played a role in hundreds of successful career transitions. The lessons I learned during that time serve as an important building block for career coaching. Blending the two disciplines gives me a unique perspective into what it takes to navigate job and career changes. I hope you find a few “golden nuggets” that give you an edge that leads you down the path to a more meaningful and rewarding career.

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10 Tips for Interviewing Success at Mid-Career and Beyond
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10 Tips for Interviewing Success at Mid-Career and Beyond

Mid-career professionals face unique challenges when navigating the interview process. When you get to mid-career, job interviews are different. You’re likely to be older than the people interviewing you, which creates the potential for age bias—conscious or unconscious.

This insightful piece by respected career coach John Tarnoff reveals insightful strategies and tips that will help you more confidently overcome the inherent obstacles you’ll face when someone younger than you has the power to decide your fate.

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Prepare for the Unexpected: Unconventional Interview Questions Every Job Seeker Should Know About
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Prepare for the Unexpected: Unconventional Interview Questions Every Job Seeker Should Know About

You're probably familiar with the typical interview questions that virtually every employer poses. You know, the ones most people diligently prepare for in advance, such as "tell me about yourself," "why do you want this job," or the one about your strengths and weaknesses.

But what about those unexpected, thought-provoking questions that some savvy interviewers might toss your way? These questions are strategically crafted to uncover your true personality, instincts, and soft skills.

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5 Tips for Evaluating Company Culture in Job Interviews (with sample questions for getting the information you need)

5 Tips for Evaluating Company Culture in Job Interviews (with sample questions for getting the information you need)

There are several things you should consider when evaluating whether a job is a good match for you. Sure, you need to determine if the compensation package meets your expectations, if it’s the right next career step, and if your future manager is someone you think you’d mesh well with.

Here are five tips to help you understand and evaluate a company’s culture before you accept an offer—even if you’re interviewing remotely.

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Possibly the Most Overlooked Trait You're Failing to Get Across in Job Interviews
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Possibly the Most Overlooked Trait You're Failing to Get Across in Job Interviews

When it comes to job interviews, we often focus on showcasing our skills, experience, and qualifications. While these are undeniably crucial aspects of the process, there's something in the background that quietly, but profoundly, influences interview outcomes: trustworthiness.

Trustworthiness, while not always in the spotlight, operates as a subtle undercurrent during interviews. It's a quality that interviewers instinctively seek in candidates, even if they aren’t consciously aware of it or explicitly express it.

Curious to learn how trustworthiness can enhance your interview game? The author of this Harvard Business Review article shares her thoughts.

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How to Respond When Asked About Your Strengths and Weaknesses
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How to Respond When Asked About Your Strengths and Weaknesses

Ever had an interviewer ask you about your strengths and weaknesses? Ever wonder why?

It’s baffling to me. During my 30 years as a recruiter, I never asked anyone that question because it doesn’t elicit any helpful information. Nonetheless, it seems to persist.

If it comes up in a job interview, what’s the best way to respond? Here’s what I recommend to my career coaching clients.

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