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An interview can be won or lost within seconds, and by implementing simple strategies, you can vastly improve your interview performance. Interviews can be challenging but they are manageable when approached as a five-step process.

Creating a concise and powerful branding statement is an accomplishment in and of itself--but it's only half the battle. Unfortunately, the best personal branding in the world is virtually useless unless you promote it. Once you've crafted your message, you have to get the word out.

Any advantage that you can get to help get your resume to the top of the pile is worth looking at. I have some employment agency contacts that I asked about what people can do to put them to the front of the line when the jobs are being handed out. I've put together their replies. These tips apply to whether you're going for a permanent or contract position.

You've had successful interviews and you are ready to start work. Stop. Before you accept any position, establish an acceptable salary range. You will want to establish yourself toward the upper end of the range with an agreement to add pay for outstanding work at your first review and on annual reviews.

This article will take a look at common questions asked by interviewers and explain the purpose behind these questions.