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Show#26- Job Interview – Pt.1

Job Interviews can be challenging & rarely enjoyable….or   ~TjD

Job Interview Pt.1 – Preparation

The Job Interview: Not the easiest task under the best conditions. Searching for a Job in today’s economy and during or following the Covid pandemic, in any Country, will be difficult & frustrating. In this video, the first in a series of 3-videos targeting the “job interview” let’s look at some of the pre-interview decisions…

 …that you can make to stand out from the competitive crowd. Job Interview Part 1 (of 3 videos), discusses some other aspects of “Preparation” besides Dress, Resumé, standing up straight, and being on-time. Although they are important, in today’s competitive job market, You need an extra edge or 2 or more.nu job interview

Achieving success at the Interview is more a result of your Preparation than Luck. Or it might be stated: more Preparation ensures more Luck. Be sure to watch Show#27-Pt 2 for more “not so typical Job Interview” suggestions.

Remember: Preparation is important but Performance is key. Fortunately, one generally leads to the other. Good Prep!

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Holding their attention @ TED

Stanley McChrystal, former US Commanding General in Afghanistan, speaks at a TED event. This video demonstrates several Points that will teach you something about Speaking & Leadership. Let’s discover what they are-

1.  One point is his voice. It’s not a silky smooth polished voice, it’s a very [Read more…] about Holding their attention @ TED

A Story can Win the Moment

In this TED Presentation, Rob Harmon tells a story, a really good story, and although it involves him, it’s not about him. Stories can win over the Hearts-n-Minds of your audience.  And Personal Stories can be the most influential. Why you ask? Well, [Read more…] about A Story can Win the Moment

Show#25- “Speaker Training-How to Choose”

This video discusses some benefits and expectations of Speakers Training. We’ll take a brief look at “Public Speaking” vs “Speaking in Public” which is not the same thing. While not everyone wants to be a Professional Speaker, many people would like to Speak at public Events without feeling self-conscious, embarrassed, sweaty, or ill. You might feel that Speakers Training of any kind can’t possibly help you… I’ve got news for you! If you really…  [Read more…] about Show#25- “Speaker Training-How to Choose”

To Move or Not to Move?

In this TED video, Johanna Blakley, delivers a Presentation on Women & Social Media. What caught my attention was the inordinate amount of time the video spends focused on her slides instead of on her. Was that her intention I wondered? [Read more…] about To Move or Not to Move?

Show#24- “umm & ahh in Speaking”

Speaking Distractions You Can&Should Avoid

The repetitive use of umm & ahh for some Speakers, seems to be a chronic, impossible to overcome habit…  And it isn’t always due to stress or anxiety. Frequently it’s a speaking habit the Speaker developed at some point, is unaware of it and has become comfortable with it. With awareness, Training & focused Practice, a Speaker can manage this habit and, in many instances, can successfully eliminate it. Well that’s good news, and in… [Read more…] about Show#24- “umm & ahh in Speaking”