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Hi,I write this blog to share my views and experience on career - esp,online job options,small business opportunities and making money online, parenting, health & Fitness, etc.

Tuesday, 22 July 2008

Did you knew these Job Interview Tips?

Interview Tips

An employer looks for intelligence, communication skills, leadership qualities, ethics, competence, energy, imagination etc. from the candidate.

Before interview :

Prepare your mind in advance that you are going to have an interview next morning. Relax yourself and do not get nervous, tense or tired at any cost. Before going for an interview, pre-planned few things:

1. Learn about the company, organization or educational institution and do some research in advance.

2. Why should you perform an advance research?

3. Simply to develop good answers and to prove yourself unique.

4. What you have to Research?

5. You can gather information about organizational structure; type of their clients/ students; departments and its branches; past and present achievements etc. Simply search yellow pages or ask your friend or family member/relative who are familiar about organization or you can collect information through newspapers and websites.

Prepare answers to typical questions.

On the interview day

1. Take a bath. Do not apply heavy makeup. Dress effectively. Do not use heavy perfumes or body sprays.
2. Always carry a purse or a small handy briefcase with you. Do carry your portfolio file.
3. Do not eat anything containing garlic or onion in your breakfast.
4. Arrive 15 minutes earlier to show promptness and seriousness.

During interview

1. Offer your hand and give a firm shake, else greet them with your pleasant smile. Take a permission to sit on a chair.
2. Show a positive confident attitude and introduce yourself. Don’t get tense. Be comfortable and face the interviewer effectively.
3. Listen to their questions effectively and answer it genuinely. Answer every question with confidence.
4. Have a proper eye contact towards your interviewer. Remember that the interviewer might be more than one, so keep your eye contact with every individual interviewer to make them feel unique.
5. Whatever you want to answer, speak clearly with a normal tempo voice.
6. Show your confidence level at every moment of an interview. Show your certifications or achievements only when they ask you to show.
7. Always sit straight. It might help them to analyze your personality and your traits.
8. Use the medium of answer, in which you feel comfortable. Remember to use good grammar and strong vocabulary with neutral accent. Always clarify your answer. Do not answer only Yes or No.
9. Never complain about your past organization or employees. While giving effective answers.
10. Do not argue and always give respect to your interviewer. Always keep neutral thinking and try to mould your answer according to your interviewer personality.
11. If they give you a chance to ask any query or question, only ask relevant question.

20 common questions in a job interview and answers

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Monday, 21 July 2008

Work at Home Jobs for all

Last couple of years, I have been looking for a legitimate home based job and during my hunt for one, came across lot of job opportunities, job offerings, scams and so on. I also came across friends looking for similar work. This is an attempt to help all those who would like to take up a home based job.
Who don’t want to earn a little? And how about working from home and choosing the timings and work that you like….
Well, the great news is that thanks to the Internet, you can. Internet has really revolutionized the way that people work. Internet has opened a huge world of possibilities. There are hundreds of people who earn their living online, working at home, and having full control over their work and their income.
Today, there is no reason why you should be chained to a desk in some stuffy office, or be forced to commute hours every day. Better still, there is no reason why your income should be limited to what the employer is willing to pay you.
My aim is to show you some of the many genuine opportunities which you can use to advantage. And you don’t have to spend a fortune to get started.
Here are some work-at-home recommendations:
Online Tutoring
The EPO boom has created a demand for skilled online tutors. Lot of opportunities exist from US and UK based firms who outsource tuitions. Working from home as a teacher or online tutor will require certain skills or previous experience.
Editing
Editing online includes editing/rewriting application essays, recommendation letters, research papers, etc. Experienced editors can become proofreaders.
Blogging
A number of businesses are hiring people to write blogs, otherwise known as Web logs, or frequently updated online journals. Companies are looking for candidates who can write in a conversational style about timely topics that would appeal to customers, clients and potential recruits. Basically it takes a whole lot of hard work, knowledge and passion about the topic you're blogging about.
Writing Content on the internet
Online businesses need sales copy, creative writing, press releases, copy writing, newsletters, e- book, articles, reviews, resumes, speeches, proposals, blog content, user guides & manuals and much more in order to attract website visitors, attract sales, and grow their revenue. Online writing is a stress-free business that you can do full or part-time – earning as much as you want or as little as you need.
Medical and Legal Transcription
Some employers hire home based medical transcriptionists. Description of the requirements varies for each company. These jobs require specific skills or experience. A strong grasp of English grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary is also essential.
Web Design and Development
Web designing, web hosting, e-commerce, search engine optimisation, programming, animation are some of the areas where home based jobs are available. This job type involves fixed fee projects as well as hourly jobs.
Design and Multimedia
Jobs are available in designing 3D graphics, business cards, letterhead, presentations, logos, page and book layout, banner ads, brochures, photography, illustration, etc.
Accounting and Finance
Opportunities exist in the areas of accounting systems, financial planning, bookkeeping, invoicing and billing, tax planning, budgeting and forecasting, auditing, payroll, and much more.
Legal
Home based projects are available in dispute resolution, paralegal, research, contracts, incorporation, patents, copyright, trademarks, wills, etc.
Administrative Support

Data entry, word processing, order processing, web research, personal assistant, mailing list development, event planning, etc are the works available. There is lot of competition for these kinds of jobs, especially data entry.

Translation jobs
Job involves translating matter/speech content to all languages.
Simple copy paste jobs
Simple copy paste works are available that can be done from home in your free time. No deposit or investment of any kind is required. No special skills are required for this work but they look for a disciplined person who can work everyday.


Some Freelance Work Sites :
FreelanceMom - eSource for Professional Moms
Freelance Work Exchange - Freelance Jobs and Resources
Elance - Various Freelance Projects available
GetAFreelancer - Programmers, designers, interpreters, copywriters
Guru.com - Online Marketplace for freelance talent
Contracted Work - Internet Freelance Market
Project Posting - Variety of projects available
All Freelance Work - Freelance Project Listings Freelance - International Freelance Network

Work at Home Jobs for all

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