Most people have heard the advice the you must research a company at least before a job interview and ideally before submitting a resume. Very few people actually do it. If you have ever been responsible for hiring new staff yourself, you were probably amazed at how many people come into an interview [...]

Part of preparing for a job interview lies in choosing appropriate job interview attire. This decision can seem quite tricky, but if you follow a few simple guidelines, you’ll get it right every time.
1. Never underestimate the importance of choosing appropriate job interview attire.
Employers make judgments about your suitability for a job within the [...]

I’ve added a new feature to the Career Choice Guide home site. I’ve asked employers to provide their tips on job searching here: Job Search Advice from Employers.
As of this writing, you’ll find tips about writing a good resume as well as job interview tips from an employer’s perspective on the site. As [...]

Doing a little bit of company research is a very easy way to help yourself stand out from the competition in your job search. With a little bit of ingenuity, you can often do good company research even when you’re provided with nothing more than a fax number in a job ad
1. Ideally you [...]

Preparation is the key to reducing job interview stress. If you prepare everything possible at least the day before the interview, you’ll be able to focus on the answering interview questions well and avoid worrying about anything else on that day.
1. Gather together and try on all of the clothes that you’ll wear to [...]

The moment when you are called and invited to a job interview is often your first real contact with an employer. Make sure your first impression is positive.
1. Determine approximately how long the interview will be.
Simply say to the receptionist something like, “How long should I set aside for the interview?” That way you [...]