Part I: Interview skills that set you apart

Reprinted courtesy of TheCareerNews.com
POMPTON LAKES, NJ — Some of the basics in any job search plan include 1) A focused, clear resume 2) Demonstrated examples of the skills and experience needed to do the job 3) Finding and applying for open jobs 4) Networking skills 5) Interviewing skills 6) Negotiating skills.

In addition, I find that most job seekers fall short in two very critical areas during their job search: Failing to preparing fully for the interview and not ensuring that their ‘soft’ skills (which include communication, good listening skills, team work, etc.) are polished and then failing to highlight them during the interview
Going into the interview prepared, as well as being ready to provide examples of past performance around these desired soft skills often is enough to move you up on the ‘short list’ of desirable candidates. Many interviewers don’t ask questions directly regarding these softer skills and all too often, candidates simply do not highlight this area during their interview.
Article by Linda Trignano, Business & Career Coach (www.hrperformancesolutions.com), and reprinted from TheCareerNews.com. Get the latest breaking News, Tips and Tools for your job search, Free!