All the Right Moves- The Right Body Language on a Job Interview

No matter how stunning your resume and cover letter are, if you don’t do well in the interview, you’re most likely not going to get the job. Being a little nervous is one thing, but showing up to an interview a completely different person than your resume says you are is quite another.

So how do you maintain the professional, capable, calm and collected person that you sold on paper? Brush up on your speaking and communication skills, maybe study some potential questions from employers… and then make sure that you convey the right message with your body language. I don’t mean to move seductively or try to hypnotize with your body by dancing on desks…. But you should be able to engage your interviewer, appear professional and most of all, exude lots of confidence to show what a shoe in you are for the job.

Here are a few don’ts to get you started:

Don’t cross your arms. This is a move that is often frowned upon in general- it’s even advised not to do this if you’re trying to pick up a guy or girl in a bar because it’s sort of a defensive move. You’re saying that you’re reserved and trying to remain closed off from the world when you are shielding your body like this. Of course you’re not trying to go home with your interviewer (that’s a different article) but if you appear closed off or standoffish, you’re not going to send a good message. Don’t even think about putting your hands in your pockets. Hello, five year old boy! Do you really think that someone is going to take you seriously when you pull this “shy” move? Keep your hands at your sides or casually on your lap! Don’t lean away. If you’re leaning toward the door or away from your interviewer, you may be unknowingly sending a message that says “I want to get away” or “I’m so not interested in what you have to say.” Common sense would tell you that these are not messages you want to send on a job interview. Leaning in a little towards your interviewer conveys interest and focus. Don’t touch yourself. Of course you’re not going to masturbate in front of the interviewer (well, I hope not) but you should also keep the touching of any part of yourself to a minimum. Keep your mind out of the gutter already, that’s not what I mean. If you touch your nose, it is kind of like a “tell” that says you’re not being completely truthful. Kind of ironic, considering Pinocchio’s tell was his nose growing every time he told a lie. Rubbing your head or neck says that you’re bored…. So does staring at the floor. It’s ok to scratch an itch, of course. Don’t sit there stiff as a board, either… just be mindful of what you’re doing. Don’t be a slouch or jitterbug. It’s ok to slouch back and relax when you’re at home on your couch, but in an interview? It appears totally unprofessional. Sit up straight, soldier. You are confident, not doubtful, remember? Also, if you cross your legs, it’s fine, but don’t start nervously shaking your leg or wiggling your foot. We all do this sometimes when our legs are crossed. It’s usually because we’re impatient or bored. You guessed it- not things that you want to say to on a job interview!

Now that you know what not to do on a job interview, it should be easier to avoid. Just remember that you want to be confident (but not cocky), professional and prove that you weren’t lying on that excellent resume of yours. Good luck and work that body language!

Landon Long is the founder of InterviewMastermind.com and a recognized expert on the topic of psychology-based job interview tips for job seekers all over the world.

If you are jobless and can't figure out how to write a resume no matter how hard you try, here is the secret that's helped over 20,000 job seekers! Watch your FREE VIDEO right now and learn a proven Jedi Mind Trick to get attention in today’s uber-competitive job market!

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All the Right Moves- The Right Body Language on a Job Interview

No matter how stunning your resume and cover letter are, if you don’t do well in the interview, you’re most likely not going to get the job. Being a little nervous is one thing, but showing up to an interview a completely different person than your resume says you are is quite another.

So how do you maintain the professional, capable, calm and collected person that you sold on paper? Brush up on your speaking and communication skills, maybe study some potential questions from employers… and then make sure that you convey the right message with your body language. I don’t mean to move seductively or try to hypnotize with your body by dancing on desks…. But you should be able to engage your interviewer, appear professional and most of all, exude lots of confidence to show what a shoe in you are for the job.

Here are a few don’ts to get you started:

Don’t cross your arms. This is a move that is often frowned upon in general- it’s even advised not to do this if you’re trying to pick up a guy or girl in a bar because it’s sort of a defensive move. You’re saying that you’re reserved and trying to remain closed off from the world when you are shielding your body like this. Of course you’re not trying to go home with your interviewer (that’s a different article) but if you appear closed off or standoffish, you’re not going to send a good message. Don’t even think about putting your hands in your pockets. Hello, five year old boy! Do you really think that someone is going to take you seriously when you pull this “shy” move? Keep your hands at your sides or casually on your lap! Don’t lean away. If you’re leaning toward the door or away from your interviewer, you may be unknowingly sending a message that says “I want to get away” or “I’m so not interested in what you have to say.” Common sense would tell you that these are not messages you want to send on a job interview. Leaning in a little towards your interviewer conveys interest and focus. Don’t touch yourself. Of course you’re not going to masturbate in front of the interviewer (well, I hope not) but you should also keep the touching of any part of yourself to a minimum. Keep your mind out of the gutter already, that’s not what I mean. If you touch your nose, it is kind of like a “tell” that says you’re not being completely truthful. Kind of ironic, considering Pinocchio’s tell was his nose growing every time he told a lie. Rubbing your head or neck says that you’re bored…. So does staring at the floor. It’s ok to scratch an itch, of course. Don’t sit there stiff as a board, either… just be mindful of what you’re doing. Don’t be a slouch or jitterbug. It’s ok to slouch back and relax when you’re at home on your couch, but in an interview? It appears totally unprofessional. Sit up straight, soldier. You are confident, not doubtful, remember? Also, if you cross your legs, it’s fine, but don’t start nervously shaking your leg or wiggling your foot. We all do this sometimes when our legs are crossed. It’s usually because we’re impatient or bored. You guessed it- not things that you want to say to on a job interview!

Now that you know what not to do on a job interview, it should be easier to avoid. Just remember that you want to be confident (but not cocky), professional and prove that you weren’t lying on that excellent resume of yours. Good luck and work that body language!

Landon Long is the founder of InterviewMastermind.com and a recognized expert on the topic of psychology-based job interview tips for job seekers all over the world.

If you are jobless and can't figure out how to write a resume no matter how hard you try, here is the secret that's helped over 20,000 job seekers! Watch your FREE VIDEO right now and learn a proven Jedi Mind Trick to get attention in today’s uber-competitive job market!

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All the Right Moves- The Right Body Language on a Job Interview

No matter how stunning your resume and cover letter are, if you don’t do well in the interview, you’re most likely not going to get the job. Being a little nervous is one thing, but showing up to an interview a completely different person than your resume says you are is quite another.

So how do you maintain the professional, capable, calm and collected person that you sold on paper? Brush up on your speaking and communication skills, maybe study some potential questions from employers… and then make sure that you convey the right message with your body language. I don’t mean to move seductively or try to hypnotize with your body by dancing on desks…. But you should be able to engage your interviewer, appear professional and most of all, exude lots of confidence to show what a shoe in you are for the job.

Here are a few don’ts to get you started:

Don’t cross your arms. This is a move that is often frowned upon in general- it’s even advised not to do this if you’re trying to pick up a guy or girl in a bar because it’s sort of a defensive move. You’re saying that you’re reserved and trying to remain closed off from the world when you are shielding your body like this. Of course you’re not trying to go home with your interviewer (that’s a different article) but if you appear closed off or standoffish, you’re not going to send a good message. Don’t even think about putting your hands in your pockets. Hello, five year old boy! Do you really think that someone is going to take you seriously when you pull this “shy” move? Keep your hands at your sides or casually on your lap! Don’t lean away. If you’re leaning toward the door or away from your interviewer, you may be unknowingly sending a message that says “I want to get away” or “I’m so not interested in what you have to say.” Common sense would tell you that these are not messages you want to send on a job interview. Leaning in a little towards your interviewer conveys interest and focus. Don’t touch yourself. Of course you’re not going to masturbate in front of the interviewer (well, I hope not) but you should also keep the touching of any part of yourself to a minimum. Keep your mind out of the gutter already, that’s not what I mean. If you touch your nose, it is kind of like a “tell” that says you’re not being completely truthful. Kind of ironic, considering Pinocchio’s tell was his nose growing every time he told a lie. Rubbing your head or neck says that you’re bored…. So does staring at the floor. It’s ok to scratch an itch, of course. Don’t sit there stiff as a board, either… just be mindful of what you’re doing. Don’t be a slouch or jitterbug. It’s ok to slouch back and relax when you’re at home on your couch, but in an interview? It appears totally unprofessional. Sit up straight, soldier. You are confident, not doubtful, remember? Also, if you cross your legs, it’s fine, but don’t start nervously shaking your leg or wiggling your foot. We all do this sometimes when our legs are crossed. It’s usually because we’re impatient or bored. You guessed it- not things that you want to say to on a job interview!

Now that you know what not to do on a job interview, it should be easier to avoid. Just remember that you want to be confident (but not cocky), professional and prove that you weren’t lying on that excellent resume of yours. Good luck and work that body language!

Landon Long is the founder of InterviewMastermind.com and a recognized expert on the topic of psychology-based job interview tips for job seekers all over the world.

If you are jobless and can't figure out how to write a resume no matter how hard you try, here is the secret that's helped over 20,000 job seekers! Watch your FREE VIDEO right now and learn a proven Jedi Mind Trick to get attention in today’s uber-competitive job market!

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All the Right Moves- The Right Body Language on a Job Interview

No matter how stunning your resume and cover letter are, if you don’t do well in the interview, you’re most likely not going to get the job. Being a little nervous is one thing, but showing up to an interview a completely different person than your resume says you are is quite another.

So how do you maintain the professional, capable, calm and collected person that you sold on paper? Brush up on your speaking and communication skills, maybe study some potential questions from employers… and then make sure that you convey the right message with your body language. I don’t mean to move seductively or try to hypnotize with your body by dancing on desks…. But you should be able to engage your interviewer, appear professional and most of all, exude lots of confidence to show what a shoe in you are for the job.

Here are a few don’ts to get you started:

Don’t cross your arms. This is a move that is often frowned upon in general- it’s even advised not to do this if you’re trying to pick up a guy or girl in a bar because it’s sort of a defensive move. You’re saying that you’re reserved and trying to remain closed off from the world when you are shielding your body like this. Of course you’re not trying to go home with your interviewer (that’s a different article) but if you appear closed off or standoffish, you’re not going to send a good message. Don’t even think about putting your hands in your pockets. Hello, five year old boy! Do you really think that someone is going to take you seriously when you pull this “shy” move? Keep your hands at your sides or casually on your lap! Don’t lean away. If you’re leaning toward the door or away from your interviewer, you may be unknowingly sending a message that says “I want to get away” or “I’m so not interested in what you have to say.” Common sense would tell you that these are not messages you want to send on a job interview. Leaning in a little towards your interviewer conveys interest and focus. Don’t touch yourself. Of course you’re not going to masturbate in front of the interviewer (well, I hope not) but you should also keep the touching of any part of yourself to a minimum. Keep your mind out of the gutter already, that’s not what I mean. If you touch your nose, it is kind of like a “tell” that says you’re not being completely truthful. Kind of ironic, considering Pinocchio’s tell was his nose growing every time he told a lie. Rubbing your head or neck says that you’re bored…. So does staring at the floor. It’s ok to scratch an itch, of course. Don’t sit there stiff as a board, either… just be mindful of what you’re doing. Don’t be a slouch or jitterbug. It’s ok to slouch back and relax when you’re at home on your couch, but in an interview? It appears totally unprofessional. Sit up straight, soldier. You are confident, not doubtful, remember? Also, if you cross your legs, it’s fine, but don’t start nervously shaking your leg or wiggling your foot. We all do this sometimes when our legs are crossed. It’s usually because we’re impatient or bored. You guessed it- not things that you want to say to on a job interview!

Now that you know what not to do on a job interview, it should be easier to avoid. Just remember that you want to be confident (but not cocky), professional and prove that you weren’t lying on that excellent resume of yours. Good luck and work that body language!

Landon Long is the founder of InterviewMastermind.com and a recognized expert on the topic of psychology-based job interview tips for job seekers all over the world.

If you are jobless and can't figure out how to write a resume no matter how hard you try, here is the secret that's helped over 20,000 job seekers! Watch your FREE VIDEO right now and learn a proven Jedi Mind Trick to get attention in today’s uber-competitive job market!

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All the Right Moves- The Right Body Language on a Job Interview

No matter how stunning your resume and cover letter are, if you don’t do well in the interview, you’re most likely not going to get the job. Being a little nervous is one thing, but showing up to an interview a completely different person than your resume says you are is quite another.

So how do you maintain the professional, capable, calm and collected person that you sold on paper? Brush up on your speaking and communication skills, maybe study some potential questions from employers… and then make sure that you convey the right message with your body language. I don’t mean to move seductively or try to hypnotize with your body by dancing on desks…. But you should be able to engage your interviewer, appear professional and most of all, exude lots of confidence to show what a shoe in you are for the job.

Here are a few don’ts to get you started:

Don’t cross your arms. This is a move that is often frowned upon in general- it’s even advised not to do this if you’re trying to pick up a guy or girl in a bar because it’s sort of a defensive move. You’re saying that you’re reserved and trying to remain closed off from the world when you are shielding your body like this. Of course you’re not trying to go home with your interviewer (that’s a different article) but if you appear closed off or standoffish, you’re not going to send a good message. Don’t even think about putting your hands in your pockets. Hello, five year old boy! Do you really think that someone is going to take you seriously when you pull this “shy” move? Keep your hands at your sides or casually on your lap! Don’t lean away. If you’re leaning toward the door or away from your interviewer, you may be unknowingly sending a message that says “I want to get away” or “I’m so not interested in what you have to say.” Common sense would tell you that these are not messages you want to send on a job interview. Leaning in a little towards your interviewer conveys interest and focus. Don’t touch yourself. Of course you’re not going to masturbate in front of the interviewer (well, I hope not) but you should also keep the touching of any part of yourself to a minimum. Keep your mind out of the gutter already, that’s not what I mean. If you touch your nose, it is kind of like a “tell” that says you’re not being completely truthful. Kind of ironic, considering Pinocchio’s tell was his nose growing every time he told a lie. Rubbing your head or neck says that you’re bored…. So does staring at the floor. It’s ok to scratch an itch, of course. Don’t sit there stiff as a board, either… just be mindful of what you’re doing. Don’t be a slouch or jitterbug. It’s ok to slouch back and relax when you’re at home on your couch, but in an interview? It appears totally unprofessional. Sit up straight, soldier. You are confident, not doubtful, remember? Also, if you cross your legs, it’s fine, but don’t start nervously shaking your leg or wiggling your foot. We all do this sometimes when our legs are crossed. It’s usually because we’re impatient or bored. You guessed it- not things that you want to say to on a job interview!

Now that you know what not to do on a job interview, it should be easier to avoid. Just remember that you want to be confident (but not cocky), professional and prove that you weren’t lying on that excellent resume of yours. Good luck and work that body language!

Landon Long is the founder of InterviewMastermind.com and a recognized expert on the topic of psychology-based job interview tips for job seekers all over the world.

If you are jobless and can't figure out how to write a resume no matter how hard you try, here is the secret that's helped over 20,000 job seekers! Watch your FREE VIDEO right now and learn a proven Jedi Mind Trick to get attention in today’s uber-competitive job market!

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How to Choose Your Resume Language to Get Interviews

How Do You Choose the Right Words for Your Resume and Cover Letter?

Your primary resource for resume vocabulary comes from the job posting. Let's examine a snippet from an actual job posting, taken from Indeed.com, from a company seeking a pharmaceutical sales representative*:

Representatives are responsible for all sales activity within their individual territories. This includes (but is not limited to) sales calls to physicians, pharmacies, wholesales and any medical professional (or organization), which may influence FPI promoted product sales.

Candidates should possess 1-2 years medical and/or sales experience with proven track record.

How to Choose Your Resume Language to Get Interviews

Now let's look at what the job description is actually requesting. The critical phrases are:

SalesTerritoriesPhysiciansPharmaciesWholesalesMedical salesProven track record

By examining the words that the hiring manager believes are critical to the position, you can increase your chance of being selected for an interview.

How Can You Use these Words in Your Resume to Get More Interviews?

Think about the Hiring Manager (Human Readers)

By reflecting the language that a job posting uses, you can incorporate the language that the hiring manager expects to read, demonstrating that you're attentive, sharp, and aware of what the hiring manager wants. You're reflecting corporate culture, and you're plugging into exactly what the hiring manager needs.

Additionally, when you use these phrases in your resume and cover letter, you're addressing the exact experience that you've had that will be necessary in the job to come. If you're not a sales professional, the likelihood of your being able to come up with relevant experience to amplify these topics is slender. However, if you're a sales leader extraordinaire, these phrases will naturally become a part of your resume, because your track record will reflect them time and again.

Think about the Applicant Tracking Systems (Machine Readers)

In large companies, hiring managers can one step removed from the process of selecting the initial stack of resumes to review. The team that accomplishes this first step will be in Human Resources; they'll take phrases from the job description and plug them into the ATS to get a good reasonable start. By using the exact phrases in your resume and cover letter, you'll have a better chance of coming strongly in the searches.

* Full job posting here: http://www.pharmadiversityjobboard.com/view_job.php?post_id=514777&tag=indeed&r=447620

I'm Amy L. Adler, MBA, MA, CARW, Career Search Strategist. Visit me at http://olympusresumes.com/about-us/ to learn how you can propel your job search with a resume package that gets interviews without breaking the bank.

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How to Choose Your Resume Language to Get Interviews

How Do You Choose the Right Words for Your Resume and Cover Letter?

Your primary resource for resume vocabulary comes from the job posting. Let's examine a snippet from an actual job posting, taken from Indeed.com, from a company seeking a pharmaceutical sales representative*:

Representatives are responsible for all sales activity within their individual territories. This includes (but is not limited to) sales calls to physicians, pharmacies, wholesales and any medical professional (or organization), which may influence FPI promoted product sales.

Candidates should possess 1-2 years medical and/or sales experience with proven track record.

How to Choose Your Resume Language to Get Interviews

Now let's look at what the job description is actually requesting. The critical phrases are:

SalesTerritoriesPhysiciansPharmaciesWholesalesMedical salesProven track record

By examining the words that the hiring manager believes are critical to the position, you can increase your chance of being selected for an interview.

How Can You Use these Words in Your Resume to Get More Interviews?

Think about the Hiring Manager (Human Readers)

By reflecting the language that a job posting uses, you can incorporate the language that the hiring manager expects to read, demonstrating that you're attentive, sharp, and aware of what the hiring manager wants. You're reflecting corporate culture, and you're plugging into exactly what the hiring manager needs.

Additionally, when you use these phrases in your resume and cover letter, you're addressing the exact experience that you've had that will be necessary in the job to come. If you're not a sales professional, the likelihood of your being able to come up with relevant experience to amplify these topics is slender. However, if you're a sales leader extraordinaire, these phrases will naturally become a part of your resume, because your track record will reflect them time and again.

Think about the Applicant Tracking Systems (Machine Readers)

In large companies, hiring managers can one step removed from the process of selecting the initial stack of resumes to review. The team that accomplishes this first step will be in Human Resources; they'll take phrases from the job description and plug them into the ATS to get a good reasonable start. By using the exact phrases in your resume and cover letter, you'll have a better chance of coming strongly in the searches.

* Full job posting here: http://www.pharmadiversityjobboard.com/view_job.php?post_id=514777&tag=indeed&r=447620

I'm Amy L. Adler, MBA, MA, CARW, Career Search Strategist. Visit me at http://olympusresumes.com/about-us/ to learn how you can propel your job search with a resume package that gets interviews without breaking the bank.

Read more ...

How to Choose Your Resume Language to Get Interviews

How Do You Choose the Right Words for Your Resume and Cover Letter?

Your primary resource for resume vocabulary comes from the job posting. Let's examine a snippet from an actual job posting, taken from Indeed.com, from a company seeking a pharmaceutical sales representative*:

Representatives are responsible for all sales activity within their individual territories. This includes (but is not limited to) sales calls to physicians, pharmacies, wholesales and any medical professional (or organization), which may influence FPI promoted product sales.

Candidates should possess 1-2 years medical and/or sales experience with proven track record.

How to Choose Your Resume Language to Get Interviews

Now let's look at what the job description is actually requesting. The critical phrases are:

SalesTerritoriesPhysiciansPharmaciesWholesalesMedical salesProven track record

By examining the words that the hiring manager believes are critical to the position, you can increase your chance of being selected for an interview.

How Can You Use these Words in Your Resume to Get More Interviews?

Think about the Hiring Manager (Human Readers)

By reflecting the language that a job posting uses, you can incorporate the language that the hiring manager expects to read, demonstrating that you're attentive, sharp, and aware of what the hiring manager wants. You're reflecting corporate culture, and you're plugging into exactly what the hiring manager needs.

Additionally, when you use these phrases in your resume and cover letter, you're addressing the exact experience that you've had that will be necessary in the job to come. If you're not a sales professional, the likelihood of your being able to come up with relevant experience to amplify these topics is slender. However, if you're a sales leader extraordinaire, these phrases will naturally become a part of your resume, because your track record will reflect them time and again.

Think about the Applicant Tracking Systems (Machine Readers)

In large companies, hiring managers can one step removed from the process of selecting the initial stack of resumes to review. The team that accomplishes this first step will be in Human Resources; they'll take phrases from the job description and plug them into the ATS to get a good reasonable start. By using the exact phrases in your resume and cover letter, you'll have a better chance of coming strongly in the searches.

* Full job posting here: http://www.pharmadiversityjobboard.com/view_job.php?post_id=514777&tag=indeed&r=447620

I'm Amy L. Adler, MBA, MA, CARW, Career Search Strategist. Visit me at http://olympusresumes.com/about-us/ to learn how you can propel your job search with a resume package that gets interviews without breaking the bank.

Read more ...

All the Right Moves- The Right Body Language on a Job Interview

No matter how stunning your resume and cover letter are, if you don’t do well in the interview, you’re most likely not going to get the job. Being a little nervous is one thing, but showing up to an interview a completely different person than your resume says you are is quite another.

So how do you maintain the professional, capable, calm and collected person that you sold on paper? Brush up on your speaking and communication skills, maybe study some potential questions from employers… and then make sure that you convey the right message with your body language. I don’t mean to move seductively or try to hypnotize with your body by dancing on desks…. But you should be able to engage your interviewer, appear professional and most of all, exude lots of confidence to show what a shoe in you are for the job.

Here are a few don’ts to get you started:

Don’t cross your arms. This is a move that is often frowned upon in general- it’s even advised not to do this if you’re trying to pick up a guy or girl in a bar because it’s sort of a defensive move. You’re saying that you’re reserved and trying to remain closed off from the world when you are shielding your body like this. Of course you’re not trying to go home with your interviewer (that’s a different article) but if you appear closed off or standoffish, you’re not going to send a good message. Don’t even think about putting your hands in your pockets. Hello, five year old boy! Do you really think that someone is going to take you seriously when you pull this “shy” move? Keep your hands at your sides or casually on your lap! Don’t lean away. If you’re leaning toward the door or away from your interviewer, you may be unknowingly sending a message that says “I want to get away” or “I’m so not interested in what you have to say.” Common sense would tell you that these are not messages you want to send on a job interview. Leaning in a little towards your interviewer conveys interest and focus. Don’t touch yourself. Of course you’re not going to masturbate in front of the interviewer (well, I hope not) but you should also keep the touching of any part of yourself to a minimum. Keep your mind out of the gutter already, that’s not what I mean. If you touch your nose, it is kind of like a “tell” that says you’re not being completely truthful. Kind of ironic, considering Pinocchio’s tell was his nose growing every time he told a lie. Rubbing your head or neck says that you’re bored…. So does staring at the floor. It’s ok to scratch an itch, of course. Don’t sit there stiff as a board, either… just be mindful of what you’re doing. Don’t be a slouch or jitterbug. It’s ok to slouch back and relax when you’re at home on your couch, but in an interview? It appears totally unprofessional. Sit up straight, soldier. You are confident, not doubtful, remember? Also, if you cross your legs, it’s fine, but don’t start nervously shaking your leg or wiggling your foot. We all do this sometimes when our legs are crossed. It’s usually because we’re impatient or bored. You guessed it- not things that you want to say to on a job interview!

Now that you know what not to do on a job interview, it should be easier to avoid. Just remember that you want to be confident (but not cocky), professional and prove that you weren’t lying on that excellent resume of yours. Good luck and work that body language!

Landon Long is the founder of InterviewMastermind.com and a recognized expert on the topic of psychology-based job interview tips for job seekers all over the world.

If you are jobless and can't figure out how to write a resume no matter how hard you try, here is the secret that's helped over 20,000 job seekers! Watch your FREE VIDEO right now and learn a proven Jedi Mind Trick to get attention in today’s uber-competitive job market!

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Man Reveals Language Translation Problems With CV

Language translation is a booming industry at present. This is not surprising given the global nature of the business world. Now, successful professionals and business owners looking to expand often decide to take their skills and offerings to markets in other nations. This requires them to use the language of the country they are dealing with. And when they can't, they often turn to professional translation services.

One man who could have done with employing the help of professional translation providers has noted the problems he experienced after friends of his translated his CV into Chinese.

Writing in the Australian, Jesse Newman noted that he decided to access a "bigger pond" by seeking work in the Asian country.

Commenting on the English version of his resume, he stated: "[It] is a heady blend of white spaces, bold-faced key performance indicator achievements and independent project management positions. It's a long document (six pages) designed to convey all key information in a glance at the front page. The rest is available for reading should I get to the interview stage."

However, after he relied on his companions' assistance for language translation, he failed to achieve the standard he was looking for with the Chinese version. Indeed, one of those who received his CV told him it was a "bit like a disorderly novel" and advised him to cut it down.

The individual pointed out that those responsible for recruiting new personnel only have a limited time in which to read such documents, so if they are too long, they will not get proper consideration.

Mr Newman went on to point out that doing what amounted to a direct translation did not work because it resulted in his CV being too wordy in Chinese. Knowing these cultural and tactical issues is also crucial in achieving success.

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Use Active Language

Active words are a strong part of a resume. They make a resume potent, enable it to grab attention, and ultimately lead you to an interview. Your experience should be laden with words which demonstrate action and should reveal the impact of your effort.

Remember: EFFORT & OUTCOME.

You should stress on what you did, why you did and finally what it yielded. After all, this is what your resume has to show to the HR department that what you achieved in your previous work and how it will help in the job advertised. Rather than saying "I was in charge of audit", you should say "I audited accounts for my company..."

Instead of stating" responsible for delivery of cargo", you should state "delivered cargo at the right place, at the right time".

Use your knowledge of vocabulary to mention your record using a variety of words.Rather than saying responsible for this or responsible for that, use "entrusted with task of" etc... Just be creative and avoid repetition. There are many words which have the same meaning but by using different words, you can energize your resume. Remember, variety is the spice of life. Rather than mentioning getting rates from market, you should say "surveyed the market and collected the rates".

As a call centre agent, you should not say answered phones, you should mention "responded to queries of customers to improve customer services".

You should not write "yearly sales reports were generated by me", instead you should state "I generated the yearly sales reports".

These high-impact action words add power and punch to your resume. Remember, in many cases many applicants end up with the same credentials. For example in engineering many jobs like power generation, software design have many candidates applying with same skills and experience. Still, interviewers don't summon all candidates, simply because the ones who get called have written powerful, action-packed resumes. The resume should not only tell about your experience, but also tell the employer about the type of person you are and how you are going to fill the void for which you have applied.

There are many action words that can boost your resume and give it the wings to get you called for that elusive interview. Here are 100 action words to help you in creating a super resume.

Achieved, Accomplished, Coordinated, Collected, Facilitated, Energized, Enlightened, Managed Organized, Launched, Achieved, Led, Corrected, Resurrected, Addressed, Corresponded, Negotiated,Galvanized, Taught, Imparted, Sold, Bargained, Created, Harnessed, augmented, generated, guided, mapped, projected, founded, gathered, reconciled, audited, reported, explained, constructed, headed, monitored, yielded, manufactured, aided, imposed, helped, supported, assessed, assembled, developed, assisted, distributed, revived, reviewed, implemented,documented, ordered, Screened, Selected, Drove, Influenced, Navigated, Planned, Presented, summarized, Quantified, qualified, eliminated, processed, compared, supervised, examined, investigated, judged, accelerated, utilized, purchased, conducted, programmed, communicated, instructed, ordered, presided, manuevred, edited, oversaw, knitted, orchestrated, engineered, compiled, interpreted, translated, streamlined, harmonised, illustrated,simplified, drafted, checked, scrutinised, examined, forged,culminated,finished.

There are countless other action words in English which you can use to strengthen your resume. So use active words and make your resume stand out.

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Resume Writing: English Is Becoming a Foreign Language

Resume writing in today's common English can keep you from getting job interviews. Why? The English of everyday communication is making formal English a foreign language. Here is a simple sentence most people know the meaning of: I thought the Bennifer would be BFF OMG LOL BRB. While today the news in that sentence is ancient, just fifteen years ago no one would know what I was talking about. In fact I would not even be able to explain the meaning of that sentence to people fifteen years ago by simply using today's terminology. I could say Bennifer is a super couple but super couples did not exist then. I would explain that BRB is a texting abbreviation for be right back but would then need to explain what texting is.

There are tens of thousands of abbreviations, words and phrases that have been invented and coined in the last fifteen years. As big as they are now it's hard to imagine that Facebook, Twitter, Googling, texting, YouTube, and many other common everyday words did not exist as late as the year 2000.

Because of the technology of texting, posting, twittering, chatting, and email the English language is experiencing what might be the greatest metamorphosis in history. Standard English grammar has taken a barrage of communication short cut artillery and is in critical condition. All the new words, abbreviations, acronyms, and symbols now in daily use are making English a foreign language compared to the curriculum that has been taught in formal English education for decades.

There is a widening gap between resume writing English and everyday communication English. While all these grammar shortcuts and new words are perfectly comprehensible in many widespread forms of communication such as texting they are frowned upon in a resume and cover letter. Employers expect to see certain standards of English language and grammar on a resume. While this type of language is still being taught in school, when a person's education is not applicable to daily use, the subject is more difficult to learn and the information often not retained.

Determining what words, grammar rules, and even punctuation an employer might find objectionable can be difficult for most of today's job hunters. Attempting to create resumes and cover letters that adhere to the standards of English grammar rules and writing can be nearly impossible for many candidates. Numerous job hunters are discovering that the world of texting and online communications has made formal English a foreign language.

Face facts: HR personnel and employers are judgmental because they can be and also because they want intelligent candidates. You need to make sure your writing is grammatically correct on all your documents and in your email communications. Do not take a casual approach to any type of correspondence with employers. While I receive many impeccable resumes, they are often introduced by informal and error prone emails. Sending your resume that you painstakingly created or paid for and introducing it with a sub-par email is like sending an expensive present wrapped in a used garbage bag. When you do this, employers do not want to open your package.

Job seekers have several choices that can help them produce acceptable documents. There is an abundance of resume writing and cover letter resources available, however determining what is and is not acceptable is a challenge. The Resume Dictionary can help your resume writing achieve acceptable standards of English and help you create an exceptional resume. While you are there get a copy of the free book The 197 Words You Should NOT Use on Your Resume. Copyright 2010 by Phil Baker "The Hire Authority" Freely distribute this article but please leave article, author name, copyright info, and links intact.

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All the Right Moves- The Right Body Language on a Job Interview

No matter how stunning your resume and cover letter are, if you don’t do well in the interview, you’re most likely not going to get the job. Being a little nervous is one thing, but showing up to an interview a completely different person than your resume says you are is quite another.

So how do you maintain the professional, capable, calm and collected person that you sold on paper? Brush up on your speaking and communication skills, maybe study some potential questions from employers… and then make sure that you convey the right message with your body language. I don’t mean to move seductively or try to hypnotize with your body by dancing on desks…. But you should be able to engage your interviewer, appear professional and most of all, exude lots of confidence to show what a shoe in you are for the job.

Here are a few don’ts to get you started:

Don’t cross your arms. This is a move that is often frowned upon in general- it’s even advised not to do this if you’re trying to pick up a guy or girl in a bar because it’s sort of a defensive move. You’re saying that you’re reserved and trying to remain closed off from the world when you are shielding your body like this. Of course you’re not trying to go home with your interviewer (that’s a different article) but if you appear closed off or standoffish, you’re not going to send a good message. Don’t even think about putting your hands in your pockets. Hello, five year old boy! Do you really think that someone is going to take you seriously when you pull this “shy” move? Keep your hands at your sides or casually on your lap! Don’t lean away. If you’re leaning toward the door or away from your interviewer, you may be unknowingly sending a message that says “I want to get away” or “I’m so not interested in what you have to say.” Common sense would tell you that these are not messages you want to send on a job interview. Leaning in a little towards your interviewer conveys interest and focus. Don’t touch yourself. Of course you’re not going to masturbate in front of the interviewer (well, I hope not) but you should also keep the touching of any part of yourself to a minimum. Keep your mind out of the gutter already, that’s not what I mean. If you touch your nose, it is kind of like a “tell” that says you’re not being completely truthful. Kind of ironic, considering Pinocchio’s tell was his nose growing every time he told a lie. Rubbing your head or neck says that you’re bored…. So does staring at the floor. It’s ok to scratch an itch, of course. Don’t sit there stiff as a board, either… just be mindful of what you’re doing. Don’t be a slouch or jitterbug. It’s ok to slouch back and relax when you’re at home on your couch, but in an interview? It appears totally unprofessional. Sit up straight, soldier. You are confident, not doubtful, remember? Also, if you cross your legs, it’s fine, but don’t start nervously shaking your leg or wiggling your foot. We all do this sometimes when our legs are crossed. It’s usually because we’re impatient or bored. You guessed it- not things that you want to say to on a job interview!

Now that you know what not to do on a job interview, it should be easier to avoid. Just remember that you want to be confident (but not cocky), professional and prove that you weren’t lying on that excellent resume of yours. Good luck and work that body language!

Landon Long is the founder of InterviewMastermind.com and a recognized expert on the topic of psychology-based job interview tips for job seekers all over the world.

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