Preparing for a fire fighter 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 is to become a fire fighter with the Department of National Defence or for a municipal Department, such as Halifax Regional Municipality. Regardless of the Fire Department that is … [Read more...]

What to expect during an interview?  That's a good question.  Every interview that you attend is going to have a different look and feel to it. Each board member will approach you and the process a bit differently. Some are very formal and structured, as you would expect for interviews in the Federal Government or in very large organizations. Some … [Read more...]

Interview Preparation - back to basics.  I've talked about it before, so why are we here again?   Because the interview is your first chance to really show your prospective employer what you have to offer.  This might be your only chance to shine, and you don't want to blow it by not being prepared. The question is, how do you prepare yourself … [Read more...]

Are the little things important in an interview? Can they make a big difference to the overall impression that the hiring manager gets about you? They may not seem important, and on their own, probably won't make a big difference in the outcome of the interview, but combined, they might be the difference between you getting the job or someone else … [Read more...]

Behavioural Interview Questions - Do I give general responses or specific examples?  I get that question a lot when I am working with clients.  What exactly are Behavioural Interview questions anyway?  There is a general belief that past behaviour is indicative of future behaviour, so interviewers will often ask you questions about your past … [Read more...]