THE TALENT MAGNET - CAREER MOVES

We all understand that many people have remained in jobs they were unhappy in --- due to the economy. Now, that there are --- some "OPTIONS"...what things should you be considering when contemplating your next career move? When we are in "INTERVIEW MODE" - we are keenly focused on SELLING ourselves - selling all the incredible SKILLS - TRAITS - QUALITIES + ACCOMPLISHMENTS that will make hiring us --- irresistible ! However, it is important to make sure you are doing some interviewing too! If you truly intend to spend 9, 10, 11 hours/day - with these people --- you better make damn sure of a few things about those who you will work with/for: 1- These are people you see yourself enjoying being around...they are people that you genuinely LIKE 2- They seem HAPPY - in general...and more specifically with "the group" or "the company" 3- You have things in common (that's a lot of time to spend - just exchanging pleasantries)

There are many folks out there - with fancy titles or impressive letters after their names - who will hand out all sorts of "INTERVIEW ADVICE". Since I am responsible for choreographing this "employment dance" - in a way that insures the candidates I represent are successful in the interview process --- I figured I may have something to add to this discussion as well. Here are some things you can do to be INTERVIEW READY: 1- Have a clear understanding of the job you are interviewing for (review the formal job description several times) 2- Research the company - find out about any recent events that may impact the way they are doing business 3- Based on the Job Description...have an idea of what you will be SELLING about yourself that relates most closely to the skills, qualities and experience sought 4- Try to get some insight into the "corporate culture" of the employer...and if possible; the culture of the specific group or division you a