Telling stories is the key for success at interviews
Our brains have evolved to listen to stories, before the written word, this was how information was handed down through the generations. The elders would tell stories to educate the younger members of the tribe in the ways of the world. For this reason, evolutionary psychologists believe we like hearing stories, we expect them to […]
Tell me about yourself?
Tell me about yourself. The standard way to start an interview. People often struggled with this question, typically they will do something they probably know isn’t right, like ask for clarification. “Do you mean since starting school, just my career, what do you want to know, exactly?” You are there to communicate something very specific, […]
At the job interview: Part two. Eye contact and let’s shake on it!
When we shake hands we release oxytocin, this is a bonding hormone, it helps us feel connected to people. Great to know that with a simple handshake, you are already starting to bond with your future employer or boss, or at least the interviewer. There are some basic rules to follow when shaking hands. Keep […]