Ace your next media or creative job interview. Interview Tips covers preparation strategies, common questions, how to talk about your work, and techniques for making a strong impression — from the first call to the final round.
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Sample responses to "How would you describe yourself?" that highlight your strengths without sounding generic.
In just about every interview, the interviewer asks the question, "How would you describe yourself?" Here are 15 ways to respond.
Ken Sundheim
If you’re currently employed and interviewing at other companies, you can count on being asked why you’re looking for a new job. Here are five totally valid responses hiring managers actually like to hear.
John Lombard
As qualified and prepared as you may be, you will fail the interview if you make one of the behavior mistakes.
Debra Wheatman
Job seekers may find themselves being asked to conduct a video interview. Here are some best practices to this newer form of interviewing.
Stacie Garlieb
What do you need to do to prepare for an interview overnight?
Stacie Garlieb
So you landed that interview. Nice work! Now comes the big question: "What should I wear?" It's a good question, and one that's constantly being asked. While jeans and heels won't make a good impression on an…
Celeste Mitchell
Soft skills—those personal qualities that allow you to work well with and get along with others—can help you in an interview if the other candidates have the same basic skill set for the job.
Dan Schawbel
Think back on your last interview. Did you talk to the point where the hiring manager’s eyes glazed over? If so, you probably rambled on a little too long. Here, we’re talking with media pros…
John Lombard
Usually the scariest part of a job interview is the anticipation of it. But for some people, the real nightmare didn’t begin until one dark and stormy afternoon when they walked into an ordinary office…
Dana Robinson
Have you ever been in a very awkward conversation? Like, just painfully awkward? Do you also remember the feeling after walking away from that conversation? You were probably relieved that it was over. You probably…
Ayana Young