The Unofficial Guide to Acing the Interview

Book excerpt: In the United States, over 131 million people are in the job market. With the work force expected to grow 11 percent by 2005 to more than 147 million jobs, candidates need a hard-hitting guide that will set them apart from the competition. In addition, readers already employed need to keep up-to-date on current trends in interviewing strategies, practices, and techniques. This no-nonsense guide provides in-depth coverage and proven methods that sell job hunters even to the toughest interviewer. The Unofficial Guide to Acing the Interview arms job hunters with winning strategies that help them: Get noticed with attention-grabbing cover letters and resumes Successfully research the employer, including industry issues, trends, and problems Smooth problem areas such as employment gaps Get the salary they want Answer even the most offbeat questions Follow-up successfully to ensure a second meeting