Resumes and Interviews

Many employers are using the applicant tracking system (ATS) to streamline the hiring process. The ATS is software used to track if applicants are using key words and phrases from the job description in their targeted resumes. In order to increase your chances of getting your resume past the ATS, and into the hands of a human recruiter, follow the 5 tips outlined in this podcast episode. Career Co...

Do you ever wonder what questions to ask during a job interview? Should I ask about salary and benefits? Should I ask about vacation time? The answer is NO! You want to go into an interview with specific questions for the potential employer. These questions will show your genuine interest in the job, but also help you assess whether your skills, personality, goals and values align with the company...

Securing a job interview can be challenging, but with strategic efforts, you can improve your chances. These 5 tips will help you if you're facing difficulties in securing an interview. For Career Coaching and Resume Assistance: www.nikehspeaks.com info@nikehspeaks.com Social Media Platforms: www.linkedin.com/in/NicholetteH www.instagram.com/nike_h_speaks_llc_ www.facebook.com/fb.me/nikehspeak...

You're wanting to expand your executive leadership horizons, so you are looking for your next challenge. Navigating an executive-level interview requires a strategic approach. Here are 5 tips to help you succeed. For Career Coaching and/or Resume Services: www.nikehspeaks.com Social Media Platforms: www.linkedin.com/in/NicholetteH www.instagram.com/nike_h_speaks_llc_ www.facebook.com/fb.me/nik...

You were dressed to impress. You were polished and professional. You had extra copies of your resume and references. You were doing great until a particular part of the interview, then...you blew it! Don't worry. You can recover from a blown job interview. Today's episode gives professionals tips on how to recover from a bad job interview. For Career Coaching: www.nikehspeaks.com Social Me...

You've went through the round of interviews, background and reference checks, and now have your golden ticket like Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory in terms of a job offer. Now is your time to carefully look at the offer letter and decide which parts of the offer letter you want to negotiate. Do you want a higher salary? More leave time? A flexible schedule? Now is your time to negotiate...

As a professional, you will have behavioral and situational interview questions during the hiring process. These types of questions are designed to assess how you, the candidate, has behaved in the past or how you might handle certain situations in the future. When preparing for interviews, remember to use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to form your responses for behavioral ques...

If you are a professional unsure of your next career move, seeking a promotion or wanting to enhance your career options, then a career coach is what you need! Career coaches like me are here to help you figure out career uncertainty, identify your strengths and weaknesses, and to encourage you to reach career goals. I have the expertise, knowledge, experience and resources to help you navigate th...

This episode discusses how professionals should handle a job offer. You're excited and happy that you received the job offer, now what? There are several things to consider when you get the job offer letter, such as salary, benefits, location, work hours and remote work options to name a few. You want to thoroughly read the offer letter to see areas you may want to negotiate, as well as if thi...

Many professionals have problems with negotiating raises, bonuses, or promotions on the job. This episode, with special guest Kate Pozeznik, will give professionals tools and tips to negotiate with skill and confidence. Be prepared to negotiate by doing your homework, so you can know your value and how to leverage it to get more pay and to advance in your career. To connect with Kate Pozeznik at Q...

Career growth is crucial to your professional development and overall satisfaction. If you are a professional that is not happy with your career, then that dissatisfaction can spill over into your personal life. Here are 3 reasons to consider whether you need career growth. 1- Skill development and learning opportunities. As a professional, you want to make sure you are staying on top of new trend...

This podcast episode is for professionals seeking a promotion in their organization and are not getting promoted. The discussion will talk about 3 possible reasons for a lack of promotion. 1- Lack of skills or qualifications. You have to be a life-long learner who constantly upgrades your skills by taking courses, trainings, etc. that will put you in a position to being promoted. 2- Limited visibi...

This episode will provide professionals with 3 tips on interviewing with confidence and competence. Your resume has got you in the door, now learn some tips that will keep you in the room because of your great interviewing skills. 1. Know your skills relative to the job description. Make sure you incorporate skills from the job announcement into your interview answers. 2. Have answers prepared for...

This episode will give professionals 3 tips to writing a winning resume. Your resume is one of the first impressions a potential employer sees of you, so you want to create a resume that is error-free and polished. Discussion of these 3 tips to help professionals create a compelling and effective resume- 1. Tailor your resume for each job application. 2. Focus on achievements and quantifiable resu...

This episode is geared towards professionals wanting to know the potential employer's view on resumes, applications and interviews. Hear real-world advice from a seasoned manager, Ms. Sharon Rand, as she talks about what employers look for from potential candidates regarding resumes, applications and interviews. This is an episode you don't want to miss! www.nikehspeaks.com www.linkedin.co...

Interviewing is a skill. You don't become a great interviewer overnight. It takes practice. Practice answering common interview questions. Practice responding to behavioral and situational interview questions. It took me several years to become the Interviewologist, because I put in the work of practicing my answers to common interview questions, behavioral and situational questions. This epis...

Writing a resume is hard work! In order for your resume to stand out from the crowd, you want to avoid these 3 common mistakes: 1- Typos and grammatical errors will make a bad first impression to a potential employer. 2- Word tense and including jobs not relevant to the position you are applying for. Make sure you proofread your resume for grammatical mistakes. 3- Going over the top by adding &quo...

My journey on becoming the Interviewologist Career Coach. It all started with me being a senior and college and interviewing for an entry level position with a local bank. This would have been my 1st "real" job. I did not get the job. In fact, the interviewer told me that I had problems answering common interview questions. So my quest began on how to write that resume that stood out fro...

Introduction to the All Things Resumes and Interviews Podcast with Nicholette Hemingway. Nike H Speaks LLC- Career Coaching Services https://www.nikehspeaks.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nike_h_speaks_llc_/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/fb.me/nikehspeaks LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/NicholetteH