Interview Hack

Why Seeing Through a Recruiter’s Eyes Matters If you’ve ever wondered why your job applications go unanswered or your interviews don’t lead to offers, here’s the truth: you might not be seeing things from a recruiter’s perspective. Recruiters are not just “gatekeepers.” They are the matchmakers between a company’s needs and your professional story. Understanding […]

Job interviews can feel intimidating, but often our mind exaggerates the pressure. Anxiety is an instinctive emotional response to danger, but in reality, there is no danger in flunking an interview. The key is learning to manage nerves and show up prepared and confident. 1. Shift Your Mindset When you’re being interviewed, take yourself out

Looking for a job can be tough, especially with so much competition today. Glassdoor reports that an average corporate job posting gets 250 applications. However, only around 2% of those candidates receive an interview invitation. With such odds, avoiding small but costly mistakes can make all the difference. If you are a dedicated job seeker,

How to Negotiate a Salary Job Offer (Without Losing the Opportunity) When you receive a job offer, it’s an exciting moment. But what if the salary isn’t what you expected? Many job seekers feel nervous about negotiation because they don’t want to lose the offer. The truth is, employers expect some level of negotiation  and

How “Toby” Went From Job Struggles to 5 Interviews in Just One Month After recently graduating with a BSc in Computer Science, Toby faced the same challenge many new graduates experience — a lack of work experience holding him back from landing interviews. Despite sending out countless applications, the rejections kept piling up. That’s when

How to Handle “What Are Your Strengths and Weaknesses?” in an Interview One of the trickiest questions candidates face during job interviews is:“What are your strengths and weaknesses?” It sounds simple, but answering it well requires balance. Say too much and you sound overconfident. Say too little and you appear unsure of yourself. Recruiters ask

How to Handle Unexpected or Strange Interview Questions Job interviews can feel nerve-wracking, especially when recruiters throw in unexpected or strange questions. You might be prepared for the usual “Tell me about yourself” or “What are your strengths?”, but what happens when you’re asked something unusual like: These types of unconventional interview questions aren’t meant

The Hidden Keywords Recruiters Search For and How They Find Them When you apply for a job, you’re not just competing with other candidates, you’re competing with software. Most companies use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to scan resumes before a human ever sees them. These systems rely heavily on keywords to filter qualified candidates from

 Salary Expectation: How to Answer Without Underselling Yourself When you’re asked, “What are your salary expectations?” During an interview, it can feel like a trap. Say too little and you risk being underpaid. Say too much and you might price yourself out of the opportunity. So, how do you strike the balance and give an

“Tell Me About Yourself” – How to Answer This Interview Question With Confidence If you’ve ever frozen during an interview when asked, “So, tell me about yourself,” you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common job interview questions and one that often catches people off guard. But here’s the truth: this question is your