Blog

How to Conduct an Interview Remote

Posted by Lexi Albrecht on Apr 30, 2020 11:00:00 AM

The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly affected the labor market and economy in numerous ways. Despite many organizations having the difficult task of laying off or furloughing employees, there are companies actively hiring. And hiring top talent right now is more crucial than ever. While millions of individuals continue to work from home, interviews and hiring decisions still need to be made. Hiring remotely does present its challenges, especially for employers who are navigating this experience for the first time. You may be hesitant to hire someone who you’ve never met in person. At JOHNLEONARD, in addition to in-person interviews, we have experience conducting video interviews and screening candidates.

Below are tips, we as staffing professionals, have found successful when conducting virtual interviews. Try these steps the next time you conduct an interview remotely.

READ FULL ARTICLE

Common Interview Questions for Temporary Jobs (Infographic)

Posted by JOHNLEONARD on Feb 18, 2020 11:24:36 AM

In the United States, the demand for talented temporary workers is high and expected to increase by 0.4% on a seasonally adjusted basis for the 2020 first quarter, according to the Palmer Forecast™. Temporary work helps you get working right away in a role that best suits your skill set. When interviewing for temporary roles, it's important that you prepare for common interview questions. Check out our infographic for examples of these questions and how to best respond.

READ FULL ARTICLE

Techniques for a Successful Mock Sales Call (Video)

Posted by JOHNLEONARD on Feb 6, 2020 10:02:56 AM

When applying for sales positions, you may encounter a mock sales call during the interview process. To impress the person on the other line with your selling skills, you must prepare for the call like a true salesperson. Watch our video for tips on how to best prepare and what to ask during the call.

READ FULL ARTICLE

10 Job Interview Questions to Ask Candidates

Posted by Lexi Albrecht on Oct 17, 2019 10:38:07 AM

“What is your greatest weakness” or “Tell me about yourself” are common interview questions that are constantly asked but don’t necessarily uncover much about a candidate. As an employer, it is your job to attract candidates and also identify top talent among those applicants. When interviewing for your organization, it’s important you ask questions that not only reveal the type of employee they are (skills, experience, hard-worker, etc.), but also, to assess how they will fit in with the company culture, their conversation skills, and their ability to perform under pressure.

READ FULL ARTICLE

The Best Way to Respond to 'Walk me Through Your Resume' in an Interview

Posted by Megan Jewell on Sep 24, 2019 10:51:17 AM

One of the most popular asked interview questions, “Can you walk me through your resume?” is often one that many struggle to answer or overlook when preparing. Although it is a broad, open-ended question, you can use a resume walkthrough to your advantage. It’s the perfect opportunity to confidently impress the interviewer and ultimately set the tone and direction of the whole dialogue.

READ FULL ARTICLE

Questions to Ask (Yourself & Employer) Before Accepting a Job Offer

Posted by Brianna Puccia on Aug 27, 2019 11:00:00 AM

“We would like to extend an offer to you, congratulations!” Getting this email or phone call is an exciting moment as a job seeker. Finally, all of your hard work of networking, phone screening and interviewing has paid off. Before accepting an offer too quickly, it is prudent to take time to ask yourself and the employer fundamental questions. Below we have a list of questions to review before saying “Yes!” to your new position.

READ FULL ARTICLE

How to Land a Part-Time Job

Posted by Lexi Albrecht on Jul 2, 2019 11:00:00 AM

Are you interested in joining the 27 million Americans who are employed on a part-time basis? Perhaps you are in school, retired, looking to earn extra money, stay at home with children or have other care responsibilities. Whatever the reason may be, working part-time may be the best fit for your current lifestyle. Consider these concrete tips when trying to find a part-time job that meets your career preferences and needs.

READ FULL ARTICLE

Techniques for a Successful Mock Sales Call

Posted by Madison Norman on May 28, 2019 10:58:39 AM

If you’re looking for a job within the sales or the marketing field, chances are you’ve probably encountered a mock sales call during the interview process. While intimidating, these mock calls offer you the opportunity to showcase your selling skills and secure the job or move onto the next round of interviews. These calls allow the employer to learn your selling techniques, personality and fit within the role. The following techniques will help prepare you for a mock sales call so you get one step closer to a career in sales.

READ FULL ARTICLE

How to Answer: Tell Me About Yourself

Posted by Kathleen McEnaney on May 23, 2019 11:00:00 AM

Whether it’s a phone interview or an in-person interview one of the most common first questions a hiring manager will ask is “tell me about yourself.” It can be a terrifying open-ended question that makes any job seeker nervous. My initial reaction was always, “how do I sum up my life and career in a few sentences?” By preparing yourself for this anticipated question, the nerves will be pushed aside and you will be able to show the hiring manager why you are the perfect candidate for the job.

READ FULL ARTICLE

How to Use Your Transferable Skills to Change Careers

Posted by Lexi Albrecht on May 14, 2019 10:58:08 AM

Thinking about changing careers but not sure how you would land a new job with little to no experience? Often forgotten, your transferable skills are fundamental when considering working in a different field of work. Transferable skills are the capabilities you’ve gained from previous positions or experiences that are transferable to a different type of career or industry. For example, employers seek candidates who possess organizational or time management skills, qualities you most likely have developed from your past professional experiences. Follow these strategies to seamlessly transfer your skills as you make your move from one industry to another.

READ FULL ARTICLE

Subscribe by Email

 

The Job Seekers Survival Kit

Looking for a job is hard work but JOHNLEONARD can help!
Use our Job Seekers Survival Kit to survive your next Job Search.

GET STARTED NOW!