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Interviewing for a new job is tougher and more unpredictable than ever. But, now with this completely updated edition of John Drake’s classic bestseller, readers can learn to control the process from start to finish! This exceptionally useful guide is packed with expert advice on how anyone can ace that interview-and get the offer they deserve. The new edition also supplies answers to twelve of the toughest questions interviewers ask…real-life stories of both good and bad interviewing situations…suggestions on preparing psychologically for the interview…and more!

This is a “how to” book. It was written to help you get the job you really want-from gaining an interview appointment to negotiating your compensation. It shows you how to take your unique qualities and talents and present them to make the best possible impression on any potential employer. It also includes “Skill Builders”-practical worksheets to help you gain skill in the techniques being taught.

The techniques and concepts provided are equally effective for first-time job hunters and for those who have been on many interviews.

Review : By Jason S. Culiner “ThorsDaddy” (Redmond, WA)

This book is only 200 pages and can be read in a day or two. It is well organized. The first section is how to locate that perfect job and land an interview. Drake makes suggestions for networking, employment agencies, and executive search firms, with examples of contact letters and other great materials. He then takes you into the interview prep phase. He starts with helping you look right – professional, prepared, and confident. The next sections take you through the interview process, and he goes through the 10 “standard questions” asked by interviewers. “Tell me about yourself” “What are you strengths/weaknesses” and so forth. I throughly enjoyed how he assists you in forumlating the proper responses so they are professional and you feel confident. He then assists you in follow-ups, and the much desired negotiation phase. Drake helps you to be prepared from start to finish with this book. You MUST go through his skill builders as these are key to being prepared, confident, and winning that perfect job. I strongly recommend this book to all in the job market, whether it be administrative, technical, or other. I won my first interview and got the job I had dreamed of. The others did not answer as confidently as I did, nor did they state thier answers in a professional and knowledgeable manner. I owe my new job to this book. Be prepared, be professional, and be confident. Read this book, do the skill builders on paper and go over them. This is one book that will help you land that perfect career. Good luck!
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