Candor wins over canned responses. While this has always been at least somewhat true, honesty is highly sought particularly in an environment where the number of start-ups and smaller, leaner organizations is on the rise. Interviewers are more focused than ever on really getting to know how you function – particularly under stress. Some organizations go as far as to have their most senior leaders take rigorous behavioral tests to ensure they have the right stamina, skills, aptitude and attitude to succeed.
A Bird In the Hand
I would like to expand and become a more rounded leader perhaps in the not-for-profit sector. My spouse transfers to Chicago in six months, and I want to take advantage of the opportunity to launch a whole new career when we move. I feel like resigning immediately and getting on with new opportunities. Any ideas?
Body Talk
I recently read the Harvard Business School article, “Your Body Language Shapes Who You Are,” (Cuddy, Amy. TED Global, October 2012
Salary Match-Making
My recent one-hour interview went very well. It is an exciting opportunity for the right person, and what they propose is a needed initiative in the community. My challenge is that the position pays $80K with full benefits, but I currently earn almost $140K per annum. A $60K drop would be a financial disaster as I wouldn’t be able to afford my mortgage let alone other necessary bills. I did not react to this figure. Help!