Author: Jim Schreier
The Most Frequently Asked (Worst?) Question
The most frequently asked interview question is “Tell me about yourself.” It’s considered by most knowledgeable interviewing experts as the “worst question.” But hiring guru Lou Adler says it’s not the worst question — rather it’s bad because most candidates …
Resumes “with an Attitude”
Resumes “with an Attitude” Although the online application process of many organizations has changed the dynamic significantly, a resume is still a critical part of the job-hunting process. A resume may be the first thing a potential employer sees, …
Career Lessons from “Shark Tank”
Job Hunting Lessons from “Shark Tank” In several articles, I’ve connected job hunting issues to some reality shows, including “The Profit,” “Kitchen Nightmares,” and “Bar Rescue.” I’ve been remiss in not examining possible lessons from “Shark Tank,” …
Career Lessons from “Billion Dollar Buyer”
Career Lessons from Billion Dollar Buyer Like articles I’ve written based on “Shark Tank,” “The Profit,” “Kitchen Nightmares,” and “Bar Rescue,” I find these business “reality” shows interesting from a variety of business perspectives. In addition, I started seeing messages …