Job interviewing, to the extreme

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After interview, Career, Employment, Interviews, Job hunting, Job interview, job opportunities, JobSearch, Unemployed, Work

Some firms are using offbeat interview practices to get a real-time look at how   prospects tackle problems, think on their feet and work as part of a team.

By Tiffany Hsu, www.latimes.com, February 19, 2012

Danielle Bemoras showed up for her job interview with a social networking company prepared for some tough questions. Instead, she found herself in the middle of a psychology experiment.

The company had invited a fellow job seeker to the dinner meeting in Chicago, looking to see how the rivals would handle the pressure of a joint interview.Awkward? No question. But Bemoras just rolled with it. She avoided alcohol to keep her head clear. She skipped the sushi to prevent chopsticks mishaps. And rather than try to upstage her competitor, she was respectful and collegial.

Letters of Reference/Recommendation

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Advice, After interview, Career, Economy, Employers, Interviews, job opportunities, jobs, Letter of Recommendation, Letter of Reference, Recommendation, Reference, Resume, Unemployed, Work

A reference letter, also known as a “letter of recommendation”, is a document that can be very helpful to use for your job search.

The purpose of the reference letter is to emphasize on the candidate’s key points and instill a sense of confidence about the candidate’s abilities.

As potential employers read your letters of reference, they look to discover specific descriptions and examples illustrating your potential to make a difference within the company.

After Interview Thank You Letters

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After interview, Career, Economy, Interviews, job opportunities, Thank you, Thank you letter, Unemployed, Work

Following an interview, no more than 2 business days, it’s very important to write the interviewer a letter expressing your appreciation and thanks for the interview.

The purpose of your letter is to: