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When Companies Fail to Reimburse You

 
Here’s a quote from The Wall Street Journal (Career Journal) where I provided my thoughts on the steps to take when companies fail o reimburse job candidates: Emailing your follow-up is also a good way to contain your emotions, says Linda Matias, author of "201 Knockout Answers to Tough Interview Questions." By pursuing [...]

My Interview with iJobs Cafe

 
Kevin Gibbs of iJobs Cafe took the time to interview me. Listen to the interview (http://ijobscafes.com/LM201.htm) where I provide job interview advice. I also with discuss my new book 201 Knockout Answers to Tough Interview Questions: The Ultimate Guide to Handling the New Competency-Based Interview Style. Take a listen!
 

Interview Question: What is your greatest weakness?

 
The fastest way to make a good interview go bad is to avoid questions posed by the hiring manager. The one question candidates love to avoid is, “What is your greatest weakness?” Most candidates are quick to respond with superficial answers such as “I’m a workaholic” or “I’m a perfectionist.” Not only are those responses [...]

Domestic Violence Victims a Protected Class

Paul A. Munoz, Ph.D., from the HR Group sent the following tip.
In July, 2009 the New York State Human Rights Law was amended to include victims of domestic violence as a protected class. A “domestic violence victim” is defined as an individual who is a victim of an act which would constitute a [...]