Interview Follow Up: Why? How? When?

by | Nov 1, 2011 | GrownUpGeek

You just had a great interview.  You clicked with the recruiter, you liked the hiring manager… even the receptionist was friendly.  You really want that job.  What can you do AFTER the interview to help make sure the job us yours? Within the first 24...

Informational Interviews: Tips for Success

by | Sep 24, 2011 | GrownUpGeek

I was working with a client yesterday who has been conducting informational interviews throughout the summer in hopes of finding a job.  Although he hoped he would have a job by now, he readily admitted that he has a much better understanding of his chosen industry as...

Successful Phone Interviews Start Here

by | Aug 25, 2011 | GrownUpGeek

Telephone interviews are becoming more commonplace, especially for entry level professionals.  They differ from face to face interviews in one critical way: the recruiter can’t see you so you have to make sure your personality shines through the phone line.  Here are...

NSCS Convention 2011: So Much to Do, So Little Time

by | Jul 13, 2011 | CampusGeek

Even before I arrived at San Juan, I recognized that June 16th through the 19th was a short period of time for a convention. As a member and not an officer, I had one less day to enjoy Puerto Rico and my time with the other attendees. So, the challenging question I...