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A Living Resume: 3 Essentials
A Living Resume: 3 Essentials

A little while ago, I was approached, out of the blue, for an interview with a company I’ve long admired. Flattered and interested, I accepted. Then, was promptly instructed to send over my resume. Uh oh. When had I last looked at that thing? Did I have time to update it before sending? Was it even relevant anymore? Yikes. I learned some important lessons during the process that will definitely keep me from panicking next time this happens.

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Interview like a Politician: Cement that Lasting Impression
Interview like a Politician: Cement that Lasting Impression

Phewph. You did it. You’ve just walked out the door and are sitting in your car back in the parking lot doing a little happy dance to your favorite song. 

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Interview like a Politician: Conquer the Interview
Interview like a Politician: Conquer the Interview

And now, just like that, you’re here. The day of the interview has arrived. Take a breath. You’ve done your prep, you know your strengths, you know the position, you know the company, you’re ready to take your time to answer any curveballs thoughtfully and intelligently.

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Interview like a Politician: Study Like it's Finals!
Interview like a Politician: Study Like it's Finals!

I heard you. I did, I heard you ask for practical advice. So let’s do it. Down and dirty, quick and easy. I’m going to take you through my process of studying for an interview like it’s my senior finals (except the reward is MUCH greater than it was back then ;) ) I use every one of these when I’m getting ready, for as much prep time as I have. Two weeks is ideal, but I can cram and ace an interview over a weekend if I have to. 

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Interview like a Politician: My Interview Prep Checklist
Interview like a Politician: My Interview Prep Checklist

Y’all know how much I love checklists (I even have a part one and TWO about how great they are for sales professionals ) so it should come as no surprise that I have a pre-interview checklist routine. Of course I do.

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Interview like a Politician: Why Prep?
Interview like a Politician: Why Prep?

You have a full time job already. You’re a student working two jobs on top of school. You’re a busy parent juggling pickups, drop-offs, healthy dinners, AND meetings with clients. When in the WORLD will you have time to prep for this interview? You’re either gonna get this job or you’re not right? They want you, you have a strong resume. You’re a good candidate. You’ll do fine to wing it, right? WRONG. 

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Interview Like a Politician: Introduction
Interview Like a Politician: Introduction

Whether you’re gearing up to land your first job out of school, changing careers in your 30’s or looking for a new opportunity at any point along the way, having excellent interview skills is a no-brainer in the sales industry. It’s a chance to practice your sales expertise and sell (what else?) yourself as the solution to the hiring manager’s problem.

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