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A big part of a good interview is self-confidence. Those that answer questions directly and confidently are more likely to impress than those that waver or seem unsure of themselves. While interpersonal skills are…
Stories Instead of Buzzwords – Showing What You Know
There are numerous guides and articles on how to interview. They all provide some great suggestions. However, I rarely see an essential recommendation for technical interviews. Some technical interviews require dry and detailed answers. …
I Can Find That Out,Saying I Do Not Know Yet
We are asked questions every day. Also, part of the expectation of our job is that we will have an answer. However, we do not have to answer immediately. It is acceptable to say…
Accepting or Rejecting Job Offers
Part of advancing our career includes accepting or rejecting job offers. It may come as a surprise to you that we do have a choice. We might even reject an offer without having another…
One Offs, Side Projects, and Veering From Standards
Rules are meant to be broken, and sometimes there is a reason for veering from standards. We often do this to build a one-off or maybe a proof-of-concept. These are situations where we have…
When To Search For a New Job
Sooner or later, most of us have a desire to search for a new job. This situation can arise from negative things like personal conflicts and lack of challenge or can be looking for…
Marketing or Narcissism – How Much Is Too Much
When we build a personal brand, there is a certain amount of “bragging” we need to do. This form of marketing can be seen as pure narcissism at times. While that is not a…
Addressing Old and Rusty Skills In An Interview
Technology moves fast and is not likely to slow down. Therefore, cutting-edge knowledge we have today can quickly lose its value. Nevertheless, just as a car that loses a lot, but not all, of…
Research and Preparation For An Interview
We spend a lot of time doing the work that makes us a better developer. Nevertheless, there is still some work we need to do as part of selling those skills. Research and preparation…
Non-Professional Work On Your Resume – It Is Valid Experience
We often overlook the non-professional work we do in our life. It is easy to throw work experience on our resume when we got paid. However, what about volunteer work or maybe even side-effects…