Monthly Message from PSRi
January 2010
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Greetings!
Happy 2010! The team at PSRi wishes you all the best in this new year and new decade. Already we are seeing an increase in software and technology positions, and we expect to see continuous improvement in the Northern and Southern California job market. We hope you are feeling as refreshed and optimistic about the potential for exciting new career opportunities are we are. Whether you are actively searching for a job or casually keeping your eyes and ears open for your next challenge, please keep an eye on our website as we are adding positions daily.
Cathy Ashbaugh,
President, Pacific Shore Resources, inc.
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The Telephone Interview--Friend or Foe?
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Tips for Mastering the Phone
Phone interviews as a first step in the interview process are here to stay. There are many advantages to conducting a first interview by phone for you and the employer. Both parties save time. As a candidate, you also eliminate the expense of travel to the company site and missed work in this scenario. In addition, it is psychologically beneficial to both parties to determine a lack of interest before too much time has been invested in the planning, preparation and travel for on-site interviews.
There are, however, many disadvantages to conducting phone interviews. First and foremost, much of human connection or chance for chemistry is lost over the line. Interviewer and Interviewee cannot gauge each other's reactions to questions and answers. Also, with less time and energy invested, it is easy to decline the next step. Finally, distractions and poor phone service can turn what should have been a good interview into a nightmare. So, how do you ensure that you make the best of your next phone interview? Here's how:
1. Plan as you would for an in-person interview. Since the phone interview is the preferred method for 90% of hiring companies, you should expect it and plan for it. Reserve time for the interview, away from your office or home distractions where you are free to listen completely and talk freely.
2. Research the company and be prepared. Don't make the mistake of taking the call on the fly, without reviewing the job description & company website, and your background as it relates to the position. This is the first interview. The decision to invite you in to formerly meet with the company rests on this call.
3. Use a land line if at all possible. Cell phones are great, but reception is often too unpredictable for an interview. Dropped calls can be annoying. In addition, it is sometimes very difficult to get a rhythm going on the phone when both parties are experiencing delays in timing, possibly talking over one another, etc. If you must use a cell phone, make sure you are in a nice quiet place and are fully charged.
4. Make up for lack of visual contact. Take some extra time to send your personality, interests, goals, character traits, etc. over the airwaves. Without the help of your facial expressions and body language, you must verbally communicate your thoughts. If you are enthusiastic and interested in what you hear, say so. If you do not hear something correctly, ask for clarification. Speak clearly and confidently.
5. Ask for feedback/Onsite Interview. As the conversation is coming to a close, ask the interviewer how you did. "Did I answer all of your questions? Is there any other information you need from me at this time? Do you feel I am a good candidate for the position? When can I expect to hear from you?" Also, let them know you are interested in coming in to speak with them further, if you are.
With a little practice, everyone can master the telephone interview. The key to success is to recognize that this step of the process is critical, and will ultimately net you additional interviews, job offers and career choices--your goal when you took the time to create a resume.
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Software, Engineering and IT Job Opportunities
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Current Openings
Currently, we have over 20 openings in the Software Development, Engineering, Information Technology and Research & Development fields. Perhaps there is a great career opportunity waiting for you?
Please visit our site, psresources.com to view all open positions.
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PSRi Referral Bonus Program
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Help a Friend, Help Yourself
Know someone who is looking for a position? Know someone who is looking for a technololgy recruiter to partner with? We welcome and appreciate all referrals you may have--and we have a great referral bonus program. If we place anyone you refer to us, now or at anytime in the future, we will gladly pay you a substantial referral bonus as a way to say Thanks! Typical bonus is $1,000.00
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As you can see, we are developing a new look and feel to our Monthly
Message, and our new website will be up and running in February. Our
goal is to provide you with a user friendly interface to view our current job opportunities, our client references, update your resume in our database
and to allow us to work closely with you to achieve your career goals. Pacific Shore Resources has been recruiting
Technology Professionals since 1995, and our website, while functional,
is severely dated. Stay posted for this and other exciting changes
this year, as we celebrate our 15th anniversary with growth and
positive change.
As always, thank you for the opportunity to be of service to you.
The PSRi Team
Cathy Ashbaugh, cathy@psresources.com
Mara McElroy, mara@psresources.com
Kris Gianetti, kris@psresources.com |
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