Feb 15, 2021Member-onlyHow to Follow Up after an Interview?How much do you want this Job? ✍ What is the best way to follow up after an interview? 🎯 Now that the interview is completed, should you just walk away politely and hope they call you back? Or is there something you can do to improve your chances slightly? The key strategy is to show keenness…Job Search2 min read
Published in DataDrivenInvestor·Jan 28, 2021Member-onlyAnswering: “What has been the Biggest Success of your Career?”This could be the one that seals the deal for you! This question is sometimes the one that wins the job. It has the potential to make the biggest impact in the interview and secure your chances. Hence it’s an opportunity not to be missed. Firstly, prepare at least 3–4 stories from your past. …Interview Questions2 min read
Published in DataDrivenInvestor·Jan 27, 2021Member-onlyHow to write a great Cover Letter for your ResumeIt can either open the door for you, or slam it in your face. How to write a great Cover Letter for when you send in your resume. Or these days, How to write a great Covering Email. First some simple rules, 1. Address it to a person or a designation like Recruitment Manager. A personal message will make the receiver pay more attention. Never say…Interview Questions2 min read
Published in DataDrivenInvestor·Jan 25, 2021Member-onlyTackling a Scenario-based question in a Job InterviewHint: It’s not about the providing the right solution. Since there an almost infinite number and variety of scenarios you possible, the smart way is to follow some rules. So, let’s say an interviewer tells you about a hypothetical situation where you are being asked for a bribe to get a contract. How would you tackle such a question. …Interview Questions2 min read
Published in DataDrivenInvestor·Jan 20, 2021Member-onlyHow to reply to — “What is your Dream Company to Work for?”Without offending your Interviewer. At a job interview, how would you reply to the question — “What is your dream company to work for?” You don’t want to offend the folks on the other side of the table but lying isn’t a good strategy either. First off, don’t claim that the company interviewing you…Interview Questions2 min read
Published in DataDrivenInvestor·Jan 7, 2021Member-onlyWhen asked in an Interview — “Would you ever like to start and run your own firm?”Tricky, tricky, tricky. What if you’re asked in a job interview — “Will you ever want to start and run your own firm?” This can be tricky because you don’t want to appear weak and unambitious, but what company would hire someone who is planning to quit. The approach however to resolving this…Job Interview2 min read
Published in DataDrivenInvestor·Dec 29, 2020Member-onlyThe Right Way to Reply to — “What has been the Biggest Failure of your Career?”Without seeming like a Complete Disaster yourself. Watching some people answer the question of their biggest career failure is like watching a car crash in slow motion. But to be fair, this is a tricky one to talk through and explain. Firstly, please DON’T do either of the following - 1. Claim that you haven’t had a major…Interview Questions2 min read
Published in DataDrivenInvestor·Dec 24, 2020Member-onlyHow to answer: “Why do you want to join us?”This is a make-or-break question. No matter how great your skills and experience, but an unclear, suspect or odd answer to this question will wash away your entire interview performance. Here are the rules in answering this one — Explain how this role is a natural progression in your career. Talk about your journey so…Interview Questions2 min read
Published in DataDrivenInvestor·Dec 20, 2020Member-onlyJob Interview Question: Best way to answer “What do you do outside work?”Your reply will tell so much about you. This is a seemingly harmless question in a job interview but often ends up becoming the reason for losing against other candidates. This question is asked by the interviewer to get to know you better, and understand how well will you fit in the team. The incorrect way is to…Career Advice2 min read
Published in DataDrivenInvestor·Dec 12, 2020Member-onlyWaiting for a Job? Never do these 5 ThingsOr else You’ll pay a High Price later. On one hand, you have all this free time, but on the other hand, you never asked for so much of it. You’ve applied to several places and continue to do so, and so life nowadays is basically you in a bland waiting room, punctuated by the occasional virtual interview…Job Search7 min read
