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Firefighter Interview: Conventional Interview Questions (Part 3 of 3)

December 3, 2019 by Connie Leave a Comment

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The purpose of the firefighter interview is to establish if you are a good fit for the organization and that you have the skills and qualities needed to become a firefighter. Whether you are applying to become a firefighter for a municipal Department, such as Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency(HRFE) or the Department of National Defence, … [Read more...]

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Advancing your Career in the Federal Government

September 26, 2019 by Connie Leave a Comment

Advancing your career in the Federal Government.  Well, that is easy to say, isn't it?  But is it so easy to accomplish? It's hard enough to get a Federal Government job, so once you are in, you certainly don't want to leave it too quickly.  But are you going to be happy remaining in that one job for your entire career?  Most people look to … [Read more...]

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RCMP Right Fit Interview (RFI) – Are You Ready?

September 4, 2019 by Connie Leave a Comment

RCMP Right Fit Interview (RFI) - Are you Ready? So you've decided that you would like to become an RCMP Officer.  Such an exciting and challenging time, with so much to prepare for. You've been to an RCMP Information Session so you have a pretty good understanding of what steps you will be going through to be successful during the applicant … [Read more...]

Filed Under: RCMP Applicant "Right Fit" Interview, RCMP Interview Tips, Uncategorized

RCMP Applicant Interview – How do you Prepare?

March 11, 2019 by Connie Leave a Comment

RCMP Applicant Interview - How do you prepare? Are you currently exploring the option of becoming an RCMP Officer, or are you already in the process and going through the phases to reach your career goal?  It takes a lot of work and preparation to get ready for each of the phases of the process.  The interview phase is no exception. What type … [Read more...]

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Do you Suffer from Interview Nerves?

February 5, 2019 by Connie Leave a Comment

Do you suffer from interview nerves?  We all know the signs.  Heart beating too fast, hands sweaty and shaky, mouth dry.  It feels like you might explode.  Well, don't worry.  It's all very natural and common to be nervous  before and during your interview.  Everyone feels the same way.  And why not?  It's one of the most important things that you … [Read more...]

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What is a Competency Based Interview? Part 2

January 17, 2019 by Connie Leave a Comment

What is a competency based interview? Do you know what a competency based interview is and how to prepare?  What if you don't know what type of interview it is going to be?  How can you tell if it's going to be competency based or not? Well, there are a number of ways to tell what kind of interview it might be. Typically, when you get … [Read more...]

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What is a Competency Based Interview? Part 1

January 8, 2019 by Connie Leave a Comment

What is a competency based interview? Do you know what a competency based interview is and how to prepare?  What if you don't know what type of interview it is going to be?  How can you tell if it's going to be competency based or not? Well, there are a number of ways to tell what kind of interview it might be. Typically, when you get … [Read more...]

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Chronological vs Functional Resume: Which Resume Format Should you Use?

August 17, 2018 by Connie Leave a Comment

Chronological vs Functional Resume:  Which resume format should you use?  To get a good job, you first need to have a good resume.   But what resume format should you use?  There are lots of people prepared to give you advice on which style you should use, but it really depends on your own situation. So how do you choose between … [Read more...]

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Are you Preparing for a Police Interview?

July 22, 2018 by Connie Leave a Comment

Are you preparing for a police interview?  What steps are you taking to get ready?  There are a number of factors to consider as you prepare for that interview, whether it be for Halifax Regional Police, Truro Police or Toronto Regional Police, also if you want to be a police you need to be prepared, with the best equipment and using the best shoes … [Read more...]

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You’ve just Learned you are about to Lose your Job? Now What?

June 25, 2018 by Connie Leave a Comment

So, you've just learned that you are about to lose your job. Now what?  What do you do in those first few days and weeks when you are faced with an upcoming job loss?  Do you take any steps before your current job is over? Over the years, I have heard from a number of clients what it was like for them when they heard the news that they were … [Read more...]

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