Popular Opinion Agrees That The Superstar Interview Guide Is A Great Interviewing Tool For Job Seekers

LANCASTER, PA, October 26, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ - Arthur Hand, Marketing Manager from New Castle Delaware, states "I believe The Superstar Interview Guide by James Malervy is a valuable resource for anyone newly entering the job market, or reentering the job market. From what to do once the interview is scheduled, to questions to ask during an interview, to how to follow up after the interview, this guide covers it all."

Steven Brown, Insurance Generalist from Chester Springs Pennsylvania, states "The Superstar Interview Guide has shed a new light on how to approach an interview, I now feel more confident, better prepared and approach the interview process with more enthusiasm."

If you want to get hired for the job you deserve, then the Superstar Interview Guide is your best bet. The Superstar Interview Guide helps job seekers give the best interview answers to interview questions.

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James J. Malervy, II
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James Malervy is an expert author and leading influencer on the subject of interviewing. He has worked with such companies as Sprint, Pepsi and the Walt Disney Company and brings his professional experience to job seekers in writing the "Superstar Interview Guide." He provides career advice to hundreds everyday and even provides his services as a Career Coach through www.Interviewquestions-interviewanswers.blogspot.com and the "Superstar Career Coach E-Zine" available through subscription at www.InstantJobInterviewTools.com. James is dedicated to helping others in becoming more competitive in the job market, gaining confident in their interviewing skills, and finally getting hired for the job they deserve.

The Greatest Defense – Tough Interview Questions

Worrying going into a job interview about your weaknesses being exposed, or what can be seen as flaws from your previous work history, won’t get you anywhere. The true is, focusing on your flaws often is displayed through the way you answer job interview questions, and even in the way you present your body language. Candidates who move a lot, plays with things like their pen, or loses their train of thought during a discussion, hurt their changes even more of getting the job.

Okay, so you may have some flaws. Perhaps there was a time three years ago, that you didn’t have a job and were out of work for several months. Or the potential employer requires a certain competency level that you have not reached yet. Taking all of those things into consideration, you are still a candidate for the open position.

There is an easy, two component solution: First, make the best out of you weakest flaw and next make the employer’s goals, your own.

Learn as much as you can about your weaknesses in your resume and build on them. If you were unemployed for a period of time, reflect about your experiences you had throughout that time period, the companies you visited, and what you took from the present economy and job market. Demonstrate that you pay attention to detail, and like learning from unpredicted opportunities.

Demonstrate your eagerness for having the opportunity to enhance your current skills. Apply the same tactic to any other flaws that you may have. Even if you left a job because of a character conflict, it can be seen as a positive if you can highlight what you took from the experience. No matter what the case may have been, you must stay positive and leave any negativity at the door. Interviewers want people that are positive and have the passion to move forward and grow with them.

Now onto the second solution, showcasing yourself in a way that makes you well-matched with the potential employer’s requirements, and emphasizes the benefit they receive by hiring you.

Learn about the employer’s business and the division in which you are applying for. Make sure you ask why they are hiring someone in the first place (Did someone quit, Are they growing? Did someone retire?) then highlight the competencies and experiences that make you not only qualified for the position, but of bringing innovated concepts and a positive outlook to it.

Make sure you have a positive point to every negative point in your resume or employment history. Next showcase your personality and competencies with an emphasis on each of the company’s objectives. The combination of your skills and eagerness is frequently the key for a winning interview.

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Top Job Interview Tips for College Seniors

You are told when you are younger that you need to go college to get a good job. Well, times have changed and just getting a college degree does mean you are going to land a job after graduation. In fact there is a good chance that you won’t land a job after college for at least 6 months to a year. College seniors need to be able to stand out in front of potential employers. Although most colleges do have career advisors available for their students, colleges don’t teach students how to interview for a job in the real world. Thanks to Global Jobs Network Group from LinkedIn, several members provided real world top job interview tips for graduating college seniors. See what some of them said.

1. Wear a well-fitted suit so that both males and females feel confident going into an interview. According to Monica Brooks of Brooks Consulting, “my experience with new or soon-to-be grads is that their wardrobes are horrible. Dress For Success isn't kidding, nor should it be taken lightly. Unpressed or ill-fitting, or old or worn-out or out of style clothes couldn't possibly enforce self-confidence. “

2. “Practice, practice, practice! Find a friend and have a mock interview.” According to Sonia Garrido of Sulzer, It is really helpful especially because you can sort of plan out the answers you can give to certain questions. Also, it makes you feel a little more comfortable when you are in the real interview and you won't be as nervous. Have your friend be critical about your answers and your overall presentation.”

3. According to Dana Bigman of the Casablanca Fan Company, “learn as much as possible about the company in advance and subtly weave that knowledge into your responses and questions. Also be sure to focus on what you can do for them (help them be profitable, solve a problem, etc.), not what they can do for you (a good starting salary, benefits, advanced education, etc.)”

4. According to Lewis Bryan of SellState Capital Realty, “be prepared to share your own (couple of them) business experience and if you do not have any, be prepared to share any life experience that would help the interviewer understand how you confront obstacle and how you handle yourself under pressure. Be honest in your answers and be yourself. Do not try to be someone you are not.”

5. “Make sure you firmly shake the hand of the interviewer and look them in the eye when you introduce yourself at the start of the interview.” According to Gary Trebels of IFC Credit Corporation, “make sure you firmly shake the hand of the interviewer and look them in the eye when you introduce yourself at the start of the interview. A flimsy handshake to me is weak and lacks confidence. First impressions are made in the first minute to thirty seconds and they are very hard to change. Why start off at a disadvantage when you can make such a favorable first impression within that first minute? My mother, who was a secretary to CEO's, drilled this into my head since I was 10 years old, and I am very thankful that she did.”

6. “Before the interview ends, and after you have decided if you want the job, in a polite way, ask for the job?” According to Paul Balutis of A#1 Southport, “So many people never close the opportunity at hand. You do not have to be too direct, just ask how you did, what's the next step, and oh by the way, I am more interested in the position than I was before this interview! This will separate you from the pack, this will make you stand out, and it may get you to step 2!”

Everyone of the interview tips provided is needed to succeed in a job interview. The most important job interview tip that you can use is just being yourself in a job interview. People are going to hire you because of who you are and what you have to offer.

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Behavioral Interview Answer

Joe’s Question:

I always have a hard time answering this question,

“Have you ever had a situation where a co-worker wasn’t doing their share of work, If so, did you ever do anything about it, and was the result of your actions?”

I want to make sure the interviewers know that I have no problem working with others.

James’s Answer:

Before I answer this question, I will go over STAR formula that I use when answering a behavioral interview question.

STAR, which stands for Situation, Task, Action and Result is one of the best methods to answering behavioral base questions.

First you explain the Situation or Task, then the Action taken, and finally, what happen in regards to your actions (the Result).

Now a great way to answer this interview question is by using an example from one of your previous jobs and what you did to resolve the situation.

Let’s examine the interview question, “Have you ever had a situation where a co-worker wasn’t doing their share of work, If so, did you ever do anything about it, and was the result of your actions?”

What I would suggest is to use a situation that resulted in a position outcome for both you and you co-worker.

You could say that work with someone that wasn’t very organized and was always playing catch up with her work. She spent more time looking for things than actually working.

Since I worked in a team environment, my work was depended on what she did and she frequently was late with her share of the work, which made me look incompetent. One time my team almost missed the deadline, and we could have lost the client because of it.

I was very frustrated about the situation and decided that it was time to find out why she wasn’t completing her assignments on time. I set up a meeting between me and her. I expressed my concerns to her. She explained to me that she was never very good at organizing her desk. She said that she would love to be more organized, but she doesn’t know how to.

I explained that I can understand that not being organized can really be tough and that I can help implement a plan to organize her workspace. The next week, I took 30 minutes each day, out of my day to help her organize all of her files and computer files.

I noticed after I helped her, that she was meeting her deadlines and that the team in general was much happier and more productive, including me.

Good Luck!

Contact: James Malervy
Email: james@superstarinterviewguide.com
Web: www.InstantJobInterviewTools.com

4 Simple Tips that will help you succeed at a Job Interview

1) Have a Personal Branding Statement

The first question most employers will ask you during an interview is “Tell me about yourself.” The way you answer this question will set the mood for the rest of the interview. That is why you develop a personal branding statement. Explain where you are from, your passions, what strengths you as a person bring to this position and what benefits your previous employer(s) have gained because of your employment. The Personal Branding Statement should be about one minute long.

Personal Branding Statement Example:"I am a seasoned marketing expert in property retail management, strong in driving traffic to mall retail centers through effective media buying and event planning. I grew up in Philadelphia and I have a passion for continuous learning."You should do this for three reasons:

• It demonstrates that you are comfortable with yourself. This places both you and the interviewer at ease.
• It will help you begin to control the interview.
• A well-delivered Personal Branding Statement will increase the interviewer’s interest in to you. Be careful not to show off - simply tell a story about yourself.
  

2) Keep a Positive Attitude


“I can get this job!”

The key to a great interview is keeping a positive attitude. The interview is about you. This is a major advantage for you. You are the one that shows the interviewer what is great about you. Keep in mind, your resume got you the interview, it’s the interview that will get you hired.

Be prepared for tricky questions and unexpected happenings, such as setbacks. Don't let these affect your positive attitude.

3) Dress for Success

There is a saying that clothes make the man (or woman) and it is certainly true. You only get one chance make a first impression, and if you want to compete with the rest of you need to dress to impress.

4) Follow Up with a Thank You Letter

After you conduct your successful interview, it is important to follow it up with a thank you note. This is the time acknowledge the interviewer’s time and to remind him or her why you are the best person for the position. You are only remembered if you show the interviewer that you can create value for the company. You should try to write a thank you as soon as the interview is over. You can personally write it and mail a note to the interviewer or email them.

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What is the most important question to ask in a job interview?

What is the most important question to ask in a job interview?
By James Malervy, InstantJobInterviewTools.com

It is very important to prepare before a job interview in today’s job market if you want to succeed. It’s not just how job candidates answer interview questions that influence interviewers’ hiring decisions, but also what questions candidates themselves ask during the job interview.
I thought that it was necessary to find out what is the most important question to ask at a job interview. Now I know that this would be a tough question to answer. I turned to social media for help. I asked the members of the Linked HR Group of LinkedIn .com “What is the most important question to ask an interviewer and why?” I did receive a lot of feedback. Now I know that there any many questions you should ask during a job interview, however the purpose of this article is to engage potential job candidates to think of great questions to ask recruiters and interviewers alike to make help lasting impressions. Below are three great questions given by members of Linked HR Group:

1) “Do you have any concerns about my skills and abilities that you think might keep me from being successful in this position"? According to Kirk Johnson, a Managing Director at Sanford Rose Associates, “this question helps cancel out any false negatives”

2) “What is the immediate challenge for this role?” According Stella Toh, a Business Development Consultant for Beacon Executive Search, “when the question is posed by a candidate attending an interview, it usually reflects well for the interviewer. Interviewers had given the feedback those candidates who ask the question shows that they are all ready to take on the challenge once they accept the role.”

3) Courtesy of David Walko, Principal of Professionals Choice, “Can you please tell me more about the position and in particular, how do you see both the position and the company growing in the future?

No matter what questions you ask, everyone is important. What is the most important question to ask at a job interview? There isn’t just one important question, it’s every question you ask and how you ask it that will leave an impression.

Interview Questions

Currently working on a article that focuses on the most imporant interview questions to ask.