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We asked Lindauer Senior Consultant  Terri Rutter  for her top tips on nailing the job interview and here is what she told us: Basics matter : Be on time, be prepared for the conversation, don’t eat or drink or check email. Pay attention and stay focused. Make a great first impression. You only get one chance. Wear a suit. Do not talk more than 50% of the time . It is perfectly fine to say, “Did I answer your question?” and...

How to research a company or organization you are interested in and why you need to BEFORE your first interview. Do Your Research BEFORE Your First Interview The first question I ask every potential candidate who applies for a search I am conducting is: “Why are you interested in this organization and in this job?” I am shocked at the number of times candidates don’t expect the question and also don’t have a clear answer. The...

Clearly stating the obvious, but the current labor market is in serious flux. More than 30 million people filing for unemployment and those still in jobs wondering how secure their positions are. Job seekers face even more uncertainty. Yet while the words ‘hiring freeze’, ‘pause’, ‘layoffs’ and ‘furlough’ are definitely coming from organizations across every spectrum, we are also seeing a good number of hiring managers stay the course...

From everyday meetings to job interviews and more, video conferencing is an increasingly common tool that everyone should know how to use to best advantage. Whether you use Zoom, Go-To-Meeting, Skype, or another application, these guidelines will help you to look professional.       In  The Chronicle of Higher Education  article, “ Ready for Your Close-Up? ” author Stephanie J. Hull, Executive Vice President and Chief...

As we grapple with the impact of health, economic and societal challenges that seem to grow exponentially, we should also recognize the enormous opportunities emerging. Without doubt, a strong non-profit sector will be key to recovery, reinforcing the resilience of communities and continuing to move our world forward. This article is for our sisters — women of color in fundraising and philanthropy — who are assessing their professional...

With millions of people unemployed, experts are seeing some common resume mistakes specific to 2020. In the article 6 Mistakes You Should Take Off Your Resume ASAP published by HuffPost, Bonnie Negron, a New Jersey-based career coach and former hiring manager, explains one major missed chance to impress is not pivoting job loss as an opportunity and highlighting your new quarantine tech skills, such as becoming a Zoom expert. The author,...

In partnership with our amazing clients, we’ve built stronger approaches to virtual hiring, and we want to share these online hiring best practices with you. That is what A Simple Guide to Virtual Hiring is all about. It is full of practical information to help you become the virtual hiring expert your organization needs. It covers the essentials, including how to show your culture and values, how to conduct interviews online, how to...

If you’re like most people, you have an innate desire to contribute to your team and organization — and to shine in the eyes of your manager. In trying to prove yourself, demonstrate your skills, and make an impact, however, be careful to avoid the appearance of arrogance. Strive to be the person “who adds terrific value and is liberal in their appreciation of others,” recommends workplace specialist Tracy Brower. In her  Forbes .com...

  Never having time to rest may seem like the new normal, leaving little time for reflection and recovery. But it can be difficult to say “no” without feeling guilty. These five questions can help you determine whether you truly have time to take on more work, or if it’s best to take a step back. What’s Really Involved? A simple request may not seem like a big deal, but it can quickly spiral into something bigger. Before you agree to...

Public speaking has long been considered a skill that’s nice to have but not essential — good news for those who feel stressed when standing in front of a crowd. Now, business leaders agree that this formerly soft skill is a necessary one, so it’s time to get creative in facing your fear. “ Public Speaking Is No Longer a Soft Skill. It’s Your Key to Success in Any Field ,” declared a recent  Inc.  article. Why the seemingly sudden change? A...