Interview tips for job seekers
Navigating the Digital Lab: Etiquette and Tips for Virtual Interviews
Virtual interviews have become the norm, bringing a unique set of considerations and opportunities. Mastering the etiquette of virtual interviews is crucial for professionals in the field, ensuring a seamless and impactful interaction. Here are key tips tailored for life sciences professionals to excel in virtual interviews: 1. Set the Stage: Create a professional and…
Read MoreHow to Best Handle a Resume Gap
Whether it was to support loved ones, provide childcare, recover from health issues or as part of a furlough or layoff, the past few years have caused a vast number of people to temporarily leave their careers. For job seekers who fear a resume gap will make their search trickier, here are some tips for…
Read MoreHow to Address Being Fired During the Interview Process
Whether it came as a surprise or was expected, being fired can be unnerving, upsetting and a blow to your confidence. It can also be intimidating to think about how you’ll address the issue during your job search. Know this – it’s okay to have been fired at one point in your career, the key…
Read MoreDidn’t Get the Job? Here’s How to Use Job Rejection to Your Advantage
We’ve all been there. You get home from a killer interview—you clicked well with the hiring manager, answered all their questions, even got a tour of the office—and you know you nailed it. But a week goes by and you get a call only to find out you didn’t get the job. Or even worse,…
Read MoreContract vs. Permanent Job Interviews: The Differences You Should Know
There are common practices when preparing for job interviews – researching the company, creating questions, dressing for the part and following up with a thank-you note are all standard acts. But if you are interviewing for a contract position versus a permanent role, the conversations can look very different, and how you present yourself and…
Read MoreThe Best Questions to Ask During a Job Interview
Congratulations, you scored an interview! You’ve done your company research and know who you’ll be speaking with. What’s left to prep? Making a list of the questions to ask during the interview. Here are our recruiters’ favorites: About the Role What is great about this job / position in relation to the company? (Job seekers…
Read MoreHow to Prepare for Your Video Interview
There is no question that video calls have become imperative in both our work and personal lives over the past year. It’s been a learning curve, but most people have adapted. However, interviewing for a job via video is different than chatting with your coworkers or family. In this post, we’ll explore the nuances of video…
Read MorePreparing for a Life Sciences Interview
A lot has been written about preparing for job interviews and usually the tips are the same. For example, doing research into the company. When it comes to a life sciences interview, though, should you prepare in a different way? Yes and no. In our experience coaching candidates applying for positions in life sciences, there…
Read More7 Tips for Rocking Every Interview and Keeping Anxiety Away
Let’s be honest— while the idea of a new dream job may cause a flutter, there are very few people that can genuinely say they get excited about job interviews. First, there’s the upfront effort needed to research the company, craft thoughtful questions, and practice your elevator pitch. Then, even just the idea of the…
Read MoreHow to Prepare for Behavioral Interviews
In addition to traditional interviews, during which the hiring manager typically asks a series of straightforward questions about your credentials and experiences, employers often use behavioral interviews to uncover how potential new hires would handle different on-the-job scenarios. That means you, as a job seeker, should understand what these interviews entail, how they differ from…
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