First impressions do count. Your resume earned you a job interview. Now, business etiquette will add some polish to your presentation. Etiquette—good manners—is based on the idea that certain social behaviors put people at ease and make interaction pleasant. Here … Continued
You’ve probably heard it a million times: A job interview should be a two-way conversation. You may assume that means someone asks questions and you offer answers. But that’s only half of the conversation. Interviewers expect you to ask questions, … Continued
During an interview, potential employers want to gather information to gauge whether you, the position, and the organization are a good fit. Here are some generic questions—and examples of specific questions—an employer may ask in an interview. Use these as … Continued
Head to the career services office today. This is where you’ll find all the tools you need to do a job search. Start now, not next spring. It takes time to prepare your job-search skills. You’ll want to get your … Continued
The best way to explore a potential career choice is by speaking with and/or following someone who works in that career. Do an information interview. Learn first-hand about your chosen profession by asking questions about tasks, business environment, and educational … Continued
A potential employer may want to do a preliminary interview by phone. If you’re prepared for the call, you can impress the interviewer. Here are some tips: Turn off distractions. Take your phone into in a quiet room. Have all … Continued
Interviewing can be a daunting task! Even the most confident speaker feels overwhelmed by the prospect of an interview. The purpose of an interview is to show the employer that you have the skills, knowledge and experience for the position. … Continued
I recently sat down with UNC alum, Nirali Patel, to discuss the dental hygiene profession. Nirali graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill in 2014 with a B.S. in Dental Hygiene. She currently works as a dental hygienist for a private dental practice … Continued
An informational interview involves talking with people who are currently working in a particular industry or job position; designed to gain a better understanding of an industry, or, a specific job — and….to build a network of contacts in that … Continued
