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Most hiring decisions are made in the first few minutes of an interview. Learn the power phrases to say that will separate you from the pack.

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Right or wrong, when it´s time to choose between a candidate who is perfect on paper and one who is persuasive in person, there´s no contest. After all, almost every applicant who makes it to the interview process looks fabulous on a résumé. So employers have to make gut-level evaluations based on the candidates´ answers to the interview questions. How confident are you that your responses are distinguishing you from the competition?Hiring expert Tony Beshara knows the words that trigger "yes" in the minds of employers--and in his handy new book, he arms candidates with hundreds of ready-to-use responses to even the toughest interview questions. Covering entry-level to executive positions and encompassing all industries, Powerful Phrases for Successful Interviews propels job seekers through every stage of the process. Readers and future leading candidates will learn power phrases to:- Get their foot in the door- Clearly communicate their skills, strengths, and experience--and why they would be a perfect fit- Make a great impression at the crucial opening and close- Score high on the likability factor- Dispel lingering concerns about work history- Give follow-up emails real impact- Negotiate a strong job offer- And moreThe job market is awash with qualified applicants--which means the next position you apply for will be filled by the candidate who gives the right answers. This invaluable resource arms candidates with hundreds of ready-to-use responses to even the toughest interview questions, giving professionals the right words to make the difference every time.

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CONTENTS Foreword by Dr. Philix Acknowledgmentsxi Introduction Why Powerful Phrases Make a Difference1 Chapter 1Powerful Phrases to Get -Face-to-Face Interviews 5 Chapter 2Powerful Phrases for Increasing the Chances Your Résumé Will Get Read 29 Chapter 3Powerful Phrases for Opening and Closing the Initial Interview43 Chapter 4Powerful Phrases to Demonstrate Your Ability to Do the Job69 Chapter 5Powerful Phrases That Show You Will Be a Good Fit107 Chapter 6Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Problems in Your Background129 Chapter 7Powerful Phrases for Successful -Follow-Up Interviews159 Chapter 8Powerful Phrases for Specific Professions and Positions173 Chapter 9Powerful Phrases for Clarifying the Job Offer and Discussing Money 195 Index221

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Beshara, Tony
TONY BESHARA is owner and president of Babich Associates, the oldest placement firm in Texas. He is the author of The Job Search Solution, Acing the Interview, and Unbeatable R´sum´s. He has appeared numerous times on the nationally syndicated Dr. Phil show.

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