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Category Archives: interview skills

What’s Your Greatest Weakness?

MasterMind Connections Posted on March 18, 2014 by Chad CoeMarch 16, 2014
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This interview question typically comes from interviewing amateurs who have a list of similarly useless and uncomfortable questions in their arsenal.  It measures your skill as an interviewer and your ability to handle stress  more than your fit for the … Continue reading →

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The Five Hiring Hurdles

MasterMind Connections Posted on March 5, 2014 by Tom LemanskiMarch 5, 2014
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Many job seekers don’t think of themselves as sales people. The reality is that you’ve now found yourself in the business of selling yourself.  As the Director of Sales for You, Inc., it’s important to stay optimistic while balancing your … Continue reading →

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Posted in interview skills, Job Fit, Job Search Skills, Marketing Yourself | Tagged job search, optimism

Solution for Post Interview Crickets

MasterMind Connections Posted on November 14, 2013 by Chad CoeOctober 13, 2021
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Tranquility or Anxiety? On a quiet summer night, the simple sound of chirping crickets can create a tranquil feeling.  That same kind of silence from a hiring manager for more than a week after you’ve had a productive interview for … Continue reading →

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Enhance Your Interview Readiness

MasterMind Connections Posted on August 20, 2013 by Chad CoeOctober 10, 2013
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We’ve all heard that “proper planning prevents poor performance”.  This as true for job interviews as with anything else. Six Interview Types Here are some tips for recognizing and handling six different interview scenarios. Screening – These are conducted by … Continue reading →

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The Key to Winning Interview Performance

MasterMind Connections Posted on July 31, 2013 by Chad CoeApril 15, 2025

Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance MasterMind Member Rob Engelman is an accomplished marketer.  We were privileged to have Rob as a meeting contributor last year as he successfully tackled the challenge of transitioning from being a self-employed consultant to the … Continue reading →

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The Power of “The Power Pose”

MasterMind Connections Posted on March 21, 2013 by Tom LemanskiFebruary 2, 2022

Chad Coe, our proprietor here at MasterMind Connections, is shown (right) at a recent moment of triumph.   As an auctioneer, he raised over $1 million at a black tie fundraiser. There is a name for this triumphant position.  It’s called … Continue reading →

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Phone Interview Mastery

MasterMind Connections Posted on November 16, 2012 by Chad CoeNovember 16, 2012

Here’s some video tips on phone interviewing from Brian Alden, CEO of Job.com And some others tips to consider: Stand up while you’re on the phone.  This improves both your voice intonation and your energy level. Use a Land Line.  … Continue reading →

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