Career Development

What Employers Are REALLY Looking For In Job Candidates (And How To Prove You're The Right Fit) The longer your job search drags on, the more you start to doubt your interviewing abilities. Or worse, you start to doubt your skills and experience as a job candidate, which in turn affects your interview confidence. You may begin to ask yourself, "What do employers really want to hear in a job interview?" The good news is we can help you understand just what you need to convey in a job interview to stand out to employers and finally land a job. Whether you're a recent college grad or seasoned professional, employers want you to answer three questions they won't ask you directly. So, it’s your job to address these unspoken interview questions clearly and confidently if you want to move forward in the hiring process. Here are the top 3 things hiring managers look for in candidates, and how to communicate them in your interview: 1. How Do You Save Or Make Comp...

How To Answer 7 Of The Most Common Interview Questions Job interview questions are not always as straightforward as they seem. Even one misstep in how you answer can hurt your chances of landing the position. Interviewers are looking for more than just the "right" answer from a "nice-to-have" candidate. They're assessing your personality, aptitude, and experience (in that order) to see if you're the "must-have" candidate. The takeaway? Be prepared to read between the lines and understand what the interviewer is really asking. Here are seven of the most common interview questions, what hiring managers are truly looking for, and the best strategies to craft winning responses that help you stand out: What Are The Most Common Interview Questions? "Tell me about yourself." "Where do you see yourself in 5 years?" "What's your greatest weakness?" "What motivates you to perform?" "Tell me abo...

6 Ways To Show Your Value (Without Being A Jerk) Team dynamics can often be difficult to negotiate. At work, generally speaking, you are on a team and you contribute. The problem is that you also want to elevate your career and stand out to your boss. So, how can you do that without the rest of the team feeling like you are a jerk (or worse)? I've had the gift of working in amazing environments on rock star teams. I have also had the (ahem) opposite experience. I've managed teams, been part of teams, as well as been an individual contributor, and through these years, I've found there are a few surefire ways to show you're an asset without being a show-off. Here's how you can effectively show your value at work (without being a jerk): 1. Do What You Say My favorite direct reports were good for their word. They were trustworthy. You could truly count on them to deliver, and not just for me. I would see these team members always doing what they said they wou...

7 Tips For Becoming A Successful Leader At Work Becoming a successful leader at work can be challenging. You want to be the one your team looks to for guidance and support, but you may not be in a leadership role yet. So, can you establish yourself as a leader at work and display the characteristics of a good leader daily? There are many ways, but listed below are some things to start doing today. By doing these things, you can position yourself as a leader at work without being too obvious about your ambitions. Taking initiative, practicing effective communication, and staying consistent with your values are just a few ways to gain respect and credibility among your peers. If you want to become a leader at work and develop your leadership skills, incorporate these actions into your daily routine. With time and persistence, you’ll start to build the kind of leadership presence that naturally inspires others and opens the door to future career growth. 1. Take On More Responsibili...

3 Tips On How To Answer "Why Are You Leaving Your Job?" A prepared job seeker will have thought about the questions that will be asked in their job interview. One of them may be: "Why are you leaving your job?" As you think about a response to this question, also consider how the interviewer may interpret that response. It's important to take caution with how you answer questions in a job interview because when they're not framed properly, they can be interpreted negatively and cost you the job opportunity. There can be many reasons why you want to leave your job. For example: You hate your boss You're bored at work You want more money You want more challenges You don't want to work in this particular field or industry Or an assortment of other reasons Whatever your reason is, it's not always appropriate to tell it like it is to the potential employer . Think of a response that will impress the employer, that still comes off as an ...

Senior Coordinator-Univ. Career Center University of Texas at El Paso (El Paso, TX)

Director-Alcon Career Center Texas Christian University (Fort Worth, TX)