Best Ways to Answer the “Tell Me About Yourself” Question

As a job candidate, you know there are some questions you’re almost always going to get during an interview. One of them is “tell me about yourself.” And, as one of Jackson’s top employment agencies, we at Staffers know it’s one of the most dreaded questions for a reason. It’s so open-ended that you often can’t […]

Acing Your Interview: The Post Interview Thank-You Note

One of the keys to a successful job interview actually occurs when the interview is over: the thank-you note. Recruiters and hiring managers often interview several people for the same position, so a thank you note will remind them of your interview and help set you apart from your competition. The thank you note is […]

Decoding Interview Answers: 5 Tips to Keep in Mind

Regardless of how many interviews you have conducted, getting to know candidates can be a challenge. You seldom have more than an hour to assess a candidate, which isn’t long, considering the investment you will be making in them. The difficulty is that candidates want to make the best impression and may be reluctant to […]

Introvert? How to Shine in Your Job Interview

Being an introvert doesn’t have to be a disadvantage for a jobseeker. Plenty of jobs require the kind of quiet, focused attention that introverts are so good at. Doing some homework in advance and working with your natural inclinations, instead of against them will allow you to present yourself in the best possible light. Dress […]