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Job Seeking Skills for the Massage Therapist

I. Components of the Job Search Process

a. Define Needs and Goals -find your why

i. Practical needs of individual or business

ii. Career goals

1. Will determine type of job to look for

b. Tools

i. Job search engines

1. AMTA, Simply Hired, Indeed, HigherEd Jobs, etc.

2. Larger engines- Monster, CareerBuilder

c. Appearance

i. In Person

1. Dress the part

ii. Online

1. Social Media

II. Resume

a. Purpose

b. How long should they be

c. Format

i. Style/Emphasis

ii. What to include

1. Types of jobs to list

2. Experiences

3. Accomplishments

4. Memberships and organizations

5. Continuing Education and Professional development

d. References

i. What type

1. Personal, professional

ii. Related to position that you are seeking

e. Letters of Recommendation

i. Generic vs. specific

ii. Use a variety depending on job

iii. What to tell/ask the writers

III. The Interview

a. General Preparation Strategies

i. Appearance, body language, communication style

ii. Questions list

iii. Video tape yourself

b. Format

i. Phone strategies

ii. Face to face strategies

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c. Question Types

i. Traditional

1. Philosophy

2. Sample questions and answer strategies

ii. Behavioral

1. Philosophy

2. Sample questions and answer strategies

d. Questions to Ask

IV. Questions and Wrap up

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Summary: Massage Therapist

Licensed Massage Therapist who is hard working and dependable with an array of

knowledge and experience. With a background in kinesiology, anatomy and physiology,

Swedish and Sports massage. My work in the field and has been in diverse environments

which include table and chair work and also sporting events.

I also have an Associates of Science Degree in Radiology and a Bachelor of

Science Degree in Radiology.

CLINICAL EXPERINCE

Branford Hall Present

(Instructor)

Massage on Whitney March 2008-July 2008

Pilot Pen Tennis Tournament August 2007/2008

Advanced Medical and Rehab December 2006-June 2007

Fairfield Half Marathon and 5k 25 June 2006

Avon Massage Therapy Summer 2006

(Volunteer-approved clinical site for CCMT)

Sacred Heart University June 2006

(Chair massage at student orientation)

Amisha Hair Skin & Nails Fall 2006

(Volunteer- approved clinical site for CCMT)

Public Clinic Fall 2006

(CCMT)

EDUCATION/ LICENSES:

Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy Graduated December 2006

Nationally licensed and a member of the AMTA

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EMPLOYMENT

Dynamic Health and Performance Dec. 2008 - present

Progressive Rehab Physiotherapy Clinic May 2007 - present

Massage Therapy Matters (re-named business) April 2007 - present

Every Body Massage Therapy Nov. 2001 - Apr. 2007

Every Body Massage Therapy (at Body of Health) Mar. 1999 - Nov. 2001

Dec. 1996 - Mar. 1999

Gibvey Massage Clinic/Boulevard Club Feb. 1997 - July 1997

The Colon Therapy Health and Education Centre Oct. 1996 - Dec. 1996

TEAM RMT:

Team Canada: World Canoe Polo Championships (2008)

Red Deer International Canoe Polo Event (2008)

Mississauga Canoe Club: Sprint Canoe Kayak (2007, 2007-2008, 2008-2009)

National Sprint Canoe Kayak Championships (2007, 2008)

National Team Trials: Sprint Canoe Kayak Welland(’08, ’09)

National Team Trials: Pre-Worlds Dartmouth (2009)

Ontario Trials: Sprint Canoe Kayak (2007, 2008)

Western Ontario Division Sprint Canoe Kayak (‘07, ‘08, 2009)

Ontario Sprint Canoe Kayak Championships (2007, 2008)

Oakville Buzz Junior B LaCrosse Team (2009)

Oakville Sting Soccer Women Master Team (2005 World Champions) (2007- 2008)

Burloak Canoe Club: Strokes of Genius Women Dragon Boat Team (2007)

VOLUNTEER HOST RMT:

National Midget AAA Hockey Championships: Telus Cup (2008)

Central Region Midget AAA Hockey Championships (2009)

Golden Horseshoe AAA Hockey Holiday Classic (2008)

Ontario Women’s Curling Championships: Scotties Tournament of Hearts (2009)

Ontario Senior Curling Championships (2009)

Ontario Men’s Regional (Toronto) Curling Tankard (2009)

Masters of Curling Grand Slam (2008, Oct. 2009)

Sun Life Financial Invitational Brantford Curling Classic (2008)

Brampton Curling Classic (2008)

National Cross Country Championships (2007, 2008)

Mazda Sprint Canoe Kayak Knock Out Challenge (2008)

Mississauga Dragon Boat Festival: (1997), RMT organizer (2007, 2008)

GWN Dragon Boat Challenge (Guest Team Sport MT) (2007)

Wai Nui Why Not Outrigger Regatta (2007)

Mississauga Marathon (2007, 2008)

Oakville 10km and Half Marathon (2007)

Milton Triathalon and Duathalon (2009)

Victoria Day Duathalon, Waterloo (2009)

CIAU Swimming Championships (1996)

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EDUCATION/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS

International Sport Massage Therapist Diploma: Sport Psych./ Injuries/ Physiology (‘10)

Energy Psychology Conference: Energy Medicine with Donna Eden (Oct. 19, 2009)

Esalen Deep Tissue Massage: Intro and Advanced (Sept. and Nov. 2009)

Matrix Repatterning Programme with Dr. George Roth (July - Sept 2009)

Nerve Mobilization with Doug Alexander (May 30-31st, 2009, opted for DVDs)

Kinesio Taping with Dr. Roger Berton (2008)

Biomechanics Seminars with Blake Neibert: Pelvis, Thoracolumbar Spine, Ribs (2008)

High Performance Training and Rehabilitation Seminar with Carl Petersen, PT (2008)

Functional Muscle Testing with Dr. Ken Kinakin (2007)

Anatomy Trains with Carrie Gaynor (2009)

Structural Integration: Cervical Myofascial Releases with Thomas Myers ( 2007)

Active Isolated Stretching: The Mattes Method with Paul John Elliott (2007)

CSMTA Pre and Post Event Sports Massage Techniques (2007)

Thoracic and Breathing Pattern Disorders with Dr. Leon Chaitow (2007)

Red Cross: Sport First Responder with John Boulay (2007)

St. John’s Ambulance: Standard First Aid and Basic Rescuer CPR (Level C) (2007)

Reiki Course: Level 1 (2005)

Scapular Stretch Rotator Cuff Release Technique (2003)

Anatomy Spirit/Medical Intuition Seminar with Caroline Myss (2002)

Ultrasound/Tens Course (1998)

Upledger Institute: CranioSacral Therapy 2 (1998) Visceral Manipulation 1 (1998)

Visceral Support/Developmental Movement with Dianne Woodruff (1997 & 1998)

Trimesters: Birthing/Labour Support Provider (1997)

Detoxification Seminar with Carola Barczak (1997)

Equine Massage Therapy Course (1996)

Sutherland-Chan School and Teaching Clinic (1994-1996) RMT Diploma Programme

Wholistic Learning Centre: Reflexology (1994)

Therapeutic Touch: Level 3 (1992)

Bach Flower Remedies with Tamara Penn (1992)

Shiatsu School of Canada (1991/1992) Basic Shiatsu Certification

University of Waterloo (1982 – 1986) Honours B.A. (Fine Arts – Studio)

MEMBERSHIPS/ACCOMPLISHMENTS

National Sports Massage Therapist Certification Candidate, SMT(Level 2) [SMT(cc)]

Canadian Sports Massage Therapist Association member

Registered Service Provider (Canadian Sport Centre of Ontario)

Ontario Massage Therapist Association member

Community Operations Coordinator(OMTA): Oakville Representative (2008 +)

Executive Committee of Halton-Peel Chapter(OMTA): Acting Program Liaison (2007-08)

Reflexology Registration Council of Ontario member

Field Hockey NCCP Level 1

WHMIS Trainer (1990-93)

Outstanding Athlete Award: University of Waterloo (1986)

Drawing selected for University of Waterloo Art Collection (1986)

Ontario Field Hockey Team (1980 – 1982, 1984)

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EDUCATION Masters of Science in Athletic Training, will be awarded upon completion of master’s thesis

CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, California, Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine-Athletic Training; Minor in Exercise Science

BARRY UNIVERSITY, Miami Shores, Florida, 1996

Massage Therapy 650-Hour Program

UNIVERSAL THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE INSTITUTE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 1999

ADMINISTRATIVE

EXPERIENCE

Aug 2010 - present

Developed and implemented 720 hour massage therapy curriculum

Responsible for the organization and instruction of all coursework at the school

Sept 2009 – Apr 2010

Responsible for supervising the education of 70 entry level massage therapy students

and 20 advanced level medical massage therapy students

Responsible for alumni communication, job placement, community involvement

PROFESSIONAL

EXPERIENCE MEDICAL MASSAGE THERAPY PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR

Sept 2007 - Apr 2010 UNIVERSAL THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE INSTITUTE, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Responsible for instructing regional medical massage, business skills, research, and

clinical practicum to up to ten advanced massage therapy students per class

Developed and implemented 350 clock-hour medical massage curriculum

HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY AND MASSAGE INSTRUCTOR

Jan 1999 - Apr 2010 UNIVERSAL THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE INSTITUTE, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Responsible for instructing anatomy, physiology, pathology, and kinesiology to up to

twenty massage therapy students per class

Developed and implemented 160 clock-hour anatomy and physiology curriculum

Responsible for instructing trigger point therapy, myofascial release, sports massage,

Swedish massage, reflexology, business and ethics

Developed and implemented 32 clock-hour sports massage curriculum

TEXTBOOK REVIEWER

Mar 2010 ELSEVIER PUBLISHING

Reviewed Fritz, Sandy, and M. James Grosenbach. Mosby’s Essential Sciences for

Therapeutic Massage. 3rd ed. St. Louis: Mosby Elsevier, 2009.

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BUSINESS

EXPERIENCE LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST

June 1999 - present ADVANCED INJURY MANAGEMENT & MASSAGE THERAPY, LLC, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Provide professional therapeutic massage to over 50 clients per month

Specializing in sports, deep tissue and injury management massage therapy

PROFESSIONAL

LICENSES STATE OF NEW MEXICO BOARD OF MASSAGE THERAPY

Licensed Massage Therapist, 1999, LMT

STATE OF NEW MEXICO BOARD OF MASSAGE THERAPY

Registered Massage Therapy School, 2010, RMTS

STATE OF NEW MEXICO BOARD OF MASSAGE THERAPY

Licensed Massage Therapy Instructor, 2005, RMTI

PROFESSIONAL

SPEAKING INTEGRATED TECHNIQUES IN ORTHOPEDIC MASSAGE

Wrote and presented 18-Hour CEU Course, May, June, July, 2006

HEAD TO TOE 10: A CONFERENCE ON SCHOOL HEALTH

Presentation on Massage Therapy for Stress Management, Health, & Wellness, June, 2006

PROFESSIONAL

DEVELOPMENT MASSAGE THERAPY FOUNDATION

Highlighting Massage Therapy in CIM Research Conference, 2010 and 2005

ASSOCIATED MASSAGE AND BODYWORK PROFESSIONALS

ABMP Massage Therapy Schools Issues Forum, April, 2011

AMERICAN MASSAGE THERAPY ASSOCIATION

AMTA Massage Therapy Schools Summit, February, 2010

KINESIO TAPING: KT1, KT2 CONTINUING EDUCATION WORKSHOPS

Kinesio Taping Association, November, 2008

AMERICAN MASSAGE THERAPY ASSOCIATION

AMTA National andTeacher’s Convention, October, 2006

PROFESSIONAL

AFFILIATIONS ASSOCIATED MASSAGE AND BODYWORK PROFESSIONALS, 2003 to present

NCBTMB ASSIGNED SCHOOL FOR NATIONAL CERTIFIED MASSAGE THERAPISTS &

BODYWORKERS, 2010 to present

ALLIANCE FOR MASSAGE THERAPY EDUCATION MEMBER, 2010 to present

THERAPY ASSISTANCE FOUNDATION, NON-PROFIT VICE PRESIDENT,

AMERICAN MASSAGE THERAPY ASSOCIATION, 2010 to present

JUMP START COALITION FOR PERSONAL FINANCIAL LITERACY, 2006 to present

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__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SYNOPSIS:_________________________________ ________________________________ Licensed and Nationally Certified Massage Therapist Master of Rehabilitation Counseling BA in Psychology & History Outgoing personality and team player Creative and people oriented with desire to excel

EXPERIENCE:______________________________________________________________ 01/08 – present – WELLNESS FIRST – Independently Contracted Massage Therapist 09/07 – present – THE CENTER FOR THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE – Independently Contracted Massage Therapist 05/07 – present – SIMPLY YOUR SPA – On Call Massage Therapist 9/06 – 12/07 – ISLAND CHIROPRACTIC – Chiropractor Assistant/Licensed Massage Therapist - Responsibilities:

Assessing and documenting patient status and treatment. Setting up and providing patient therapy including electrical muscle stimulus and neuromuscular reeducation.

4/03 – 8/06 – CSM RESTAURANT SERVICES, LLC – Bartender - Responsibilities: Setting up and closing the bar.

Also responsible for inventory, cash deposits, and serving customers as well as the service bar. This was an extremely high volume restaurant.

8/02 – 5/03 – POSITIVE IMPACT, INC. OF UNION COUNTY – Assistant Director – Responsibilities: Preparation,

monitoring, and reporting of program agreements and status, including measurable objectives. Supervision of staff at Anson County site. Program development and improvement for Structured Full Day Program. Management of personnel information. Reviews of medical records for content and accuracy. Crisis management. Group facilitation and clinical assessments when needed for coverage.

4/02 – 8/02 – POSITIVE IMPACT, INC. OF UNION COUNTY – Group Facilitator & Substance Abuse Assessor –

Responsibilities: Preparation and facilitation of curriculum and content of anger management groups for adjudicated delinquent youths. Court ordered substance abuse assessments that include diagnosing and treatment recommendations. This is a contract position.

3/01 – 8/06 – PEAK FITNESS – Group Fitness Instructor – Responsibilities: Choreography and instruction of group

exercise classes including Step, Hi-Low, Interval, Circuit, Yoga, and Pilates classes. 5/99 – 4/02 – PIEDMONT BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE – Child and Youth Substance Abuse Counselor II –

Responsibilities: Assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and service coordination. This also included program and curriculum development; facilitation of adolescent, parent, and multifamily groups; individual and family sessions. Also served as contract provider for county program for adjudicated delinquent youths.

2/99 – 1/01 - RICHLAND COUNTY PRE-TRIAL INTERVENTION PROGRAM – Group Facilitator –

Responsibilities: Facilitation of Decision-Making Skills groups with adolescents. 8/98 – 12/98 – DORN VA MEDICAL CENTER – SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT PROGRAM – Intern –

Responsibilities: Facilitation of Coping Skills group, Aftercare group, Job Retention group (Alston Wilkes Veterans Home and Providence Homeless Shelter), and individual therapy sessions, along with careful documentation of progress notes.

8/98 – 12/98 – CAROLINA CHILDREN’S HOME – LOW MANAGEMENT PROGRAM – Intern – Responsibilities:

Facilitation of group and individual therapy sessions, client assessments, treatment plan development, and the writing of client psychosocial summaries and weekly activity summaries.

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PAGE 2 12/97 – 8/98 – CALHOUN COUNTY BOARD OF DISABILITIES & SPECIAL NEEDS – Service Coordinator-Autistic

Caseload – Responsibilities: Administration of intake assessments, development of clients’ Plans of Service, careful documentation of client contact, referrals to other service agencies, and service billing.

2/97 – 11/97 – NORTHHAMPTON ASSOCIATES, INC. – Therapeutic Assistant to special needs children –

Responsibilities included careful documentation of time spent with and treatment used with clients. 3/97 – 9/97 – McLEOD CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL – Children’s Activity Center – Volunteer. 5/95 – 9/95 – WYLIE CARE FACILITY, DUE WEST RETIREMENT CENTER, DUE WEST, SC – Nurse’s Aide

(summer position) – Responsibility: Administration of client’s medication and insurance of overall well being. 5/95 – 8/95 – RESEARCH:

ERSKINE COLLEGE, DUE WEST, SC – EXPERIMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY – Dr. Gorry – Biofeedback Experiment – Reactions to “Neutral” vs. Ballad Music (Did as a group).

ERSKINE COLLEGE, DUE WEST, SC – Aversion Experiment – Adverse reactions by rats with smoke presented as a “poison” when paired with flavored water.

ERSKINE COLLEGE, DUE WEST, SC – Cognition/Memory Experiment (My own experiment) – Testing if subjects remember list items better when presented with the whole list two times through vs. each item two times.

8/94 – 5/96 – ERSKINE COLLEGE, DUE WEST, SC – Aerobics Instructor – Taught aerobics for school and home

based business. 1/94 – FIELD EXPERIENCE: Daybreak – RILS Day Treatment Facility – Responsibilities: Documentation of clients’

weekly evaluations and help re-establish independent living skills for individuals with schizophrenia and bi-polar disorders. ANDERSON-OCONEE-PICKENS MENTAL HEALTH CENTER – Adolescent Group Therapy Sessions – Responsibility: Sat in on group counseling sessions with “juveniles.”

8/92 – 5/94 – ERSKINE COLLEGE REGISTRAR’S OFFICE, DUE WEST, SC – Office Assistant.

EDUCATION:________________________________________________________________ Southeastern School of Neuromuscular and Massage Therapy – Charleston, SC – 8/06 – 2/07 Carolinas College of Health Sciences – Charlotte, NC – Nursing Program – 8/04 - 4/06 University of South Carolina - School of Medicine – Columbia, SC – Master of Rehabilitation Counseling – 8/97 – 12/98 Erskine College – Due West, SC – BA – Psychology and History – 8/92 – 5/96 Additional Studies/Honors/Organizations:

Honor Scholarship – Erskine College Abbeville Chapter Women’s Mental Health Organization – Senior Woman Scholarship Due West Chapter of University Women – Award/Recognition in Psychology CPR and First Aid Certification Chair – Union County Substance Abuse Task Force 2000-2001 & 2001-2002 Board Member & Substance Abuse Professional – Union County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council 2000-2001 &

2001-2002 Agency Team Member for Council on Accreditation Substance Abuse Standards–2001 Area Peer/Utilization Review Team Member – 2000-2001 & 2001-2002

REFERENCES:______________________________ ________________________________ Available upon request.

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Sample Interview Questions

Traditional

1. What experience do you have that would make you good fit for this job?

2. Why are you interested in this job?

3. What do you know about this company/organization?

4. What are your career goals?

5. Tell me about yourself.

6. What motivates you?

7. Describe your decision making process.

8. Share your greatest achievement and disappointment

9. Describe for me the most difficult person you've ever had to deal with at work.

10. Tell me about a time when you had to delegate a task or project to someone else.

11. Tell me about a time when you used your team building skills.

12. Tell me about a time when you had to rely on a team to complete a project.

13. Tell me about a time when you took the initiative to get something done without being

asked.

14. Tell me about a time when you had to be tolerant of a coworker's ideas.

15. Describe for me the most difficult ethical situation you've ever faced.

16. Tell me about a time when you failed to accomplish a goal.

17. Describe for me the accomplishment that has given you the most satisfaction.

18. Tell me about a time when you had to make an unpopular decision.

19. How do you handle conflict resolution and problem solving?

20. Tell me about a time you disagreed or had a difficult manager.

21. Tell me about a difficult decision you had to make and what approach you took.

22. What are your greatest strengths?

23. What are your weaknesses?

24. What kinds of experiences have you had working with others with different backgrounds

than your own?

Behavioral

1. Tell me about a time when you were faced with a problem that required logic and good

judgment to solve.

2. Tell me about a time when you had to analyze a lot of information before making a

decision.

3. Tell me about a time when you used your business knowledge to improve productivity.

4. Describe a situation in which you were able to use your persuasion skills to successfully

convince someone to adopt your idea.

5. Tell me about a time when you were able to successfully communicate an idea to

someone that may not have liked you personally.

6. Give me an example of a time when you had to persuade people to do something they

really didn't want to do.

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7. Tell me about a time when you had to abide by a policy that you did not personally agree

with.

8. Tell me about a time when you had to deal with conflict at work.

9. Give me an example of a time when you had to make an adjustment to your personal

style in order to successfully work with a coworker.

10. How did you facilitate teamwork in your previous jobs?

11. Describe for me what you did when faced with a coworker that wasn't pulling his or her

fair share of the load.

12. Tell me about a time when you were under a great deal of stress and you had to use

your coping skills.

13. Tell me about a time you had to alter your work style to meet a diversity need or challenge.

How To Answer Behavioral Interview Questions

STAR Method

Situation or Task Describe the situation that you were in or the task that you needed to accomplish. You must describe a specific event or situation, not a generalized description of what you have done in the past. Be sure to give enough detail for the interviewer to understand. This situation can be from a previous job, from a volunteer experience, or any relevant event. Action you took Describe the action you took and be sure to keep the focus on you. Even if you are discussing a group project or effort, describe what you did -- not the efforts of the team. Don't tell what you might do, tell what you did. Results you achieved What happened? How did the event end? What did you accomplish? What did you learn? SHARE Model S -- Situation; describe a specific situation;

H -- Hindrances; identify any hindrances or challenges faced;

A -- Action; explain the action(s) you took in response;

R -- Results; discuss the results or outcomes from your action(s);

E -- Evaluate; explain and evaluate what you learned from the experience.

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Top 12 Best Questions to Ask at the End of the Job Interview

Still not sure what to ask? We have some proven examples of good questions to ask during a

job interview:

1. Can you tell me more about the day-to-day responsibilities of this job?

This is your chance to learn as much as possible about the role so you can decide whether this

is a job you really want. By learning more about the day-to-day tasks, you will also gain more

insight into what specific skills and strengths are needed and you can address any topics that

haven’t already been covered.

2. What do you think are the most important qualities for someone to excel in this role?

This question can often lead to valuable information that’s not in the job description. It can help

you learn about the company culture and expectations so you can show that you are a good fit.

3. What are your expectations for this role during the first 30 days, 60 days, year?

Find out what your employer’s expectations are for the person in this position.

4. Describe the culture of the company.

Are you a good fit for this particular organization? Make sure you are comfortable with the

culture and the dynamic of the company.

5. Where do you think the company is headed in the next 5 years?

If you plan to be in this role for several years, make sure the company is growing so you can

grow with the company.

6. Who do you consider your top competitor, and why?

You should already have an idea of the company’s major competitors, but it can be useful to ask

your interviewer for their thoughts. Naturally, they will be able to give you insight you can’t find

anywhere else.

7. What are the biggest opportunities facing the company/department right now?

This question shows your drive to seize opportunity and may help you learn more about where

the company will be focusing over the next several months.

8. What are the biggest challenges facing the company/department right now?

On the flip side, you may want to ask about challenges. This question can help you uncover

trends and issues in the industry and perhaps identify areas where your skills could save the

day.

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9. What do you like best about working for this company?

Ask about your interviewer’s personal experience for additional insight into the company’s

culture.

10. What is the typical career path for someone in this role?

This question can help you learn whether the company promotes from within, and how career

advancement works within the organization. By asking the question, you show your interest in

growing with the organization — just be careful not to phrase it in a way that sounds too self-

serving (i.e. When can I expect a raise and a promotion?).

11. How do I compare with the other candidates you’ve interviewed for this role?

This is a slightly risky choice. You don’t want to put the interviewer in an awkward position.

However, if things are going well and you’ve built a strong rapport, this question can help you

see if there are any concerns or issues that you could address to show why you’re the best

person for the job.

12. What are the next steps in the interview process?

This question shows that you are eager to move forward in the process. It will also help you gain

important information about the timeline for hiring so that you can follow up appropriately.

Remember: Don’t ask about salary or benefits just yet. Wait until you are in the final steps of

the interview process to negotiate with the hiring manager or an HR representative.

Courtesy: http://biginterview.com/blog

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Job Seeking Resources

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/ekaterina-walter/the-leadership-philosophy_b_4393874.html

http://biginterview.com/blog

http://biginterview.com/blog/2011/08/best-questions-to-ask-end-interview.html

http://biginterview.com/blog/2014/01/leadership-interview-questions.html

http://biginterview.com/blog/2014/04/college-resume-examples.html

http://jobsearch.about.com/od/interviewquestionsanswers/a/top-50-job-interview-questions.htm

http://jobsearch.about.com/od/behavorialinterviews/a/behavioral-interview-questions.htm

http://www.quintcareers.com/improving_resume.html

http://biginterview.com/blog/2011/09/tell-me-about-yourself.html

https://www.themuse.com/advice/a-simple-formula-for-answering-tell-me-about-yourself