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Originally posted by Wayne at Pelican Parts
That is key. Here's another tip. When interviewing people, I ask them what type of car they drive. Then, I take a break (and have someone else talk to them), while I go into the parking lot and look at their car. If it's clean and neat, it's a huge plus. If it's a freakin' mess, well, then I have second thoughts. People will dress up and put their best face on when in an interview, but they don't typically clean and wash their cars - the car is more of a real-world example of how they are...
-Wayne
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Funny. You're the first person I've met who does this besides me. But I take them out to lunch and happen to forget my keys. Getting them on neutral ground can be useful, too.
I've always had a lot of respect for a candidate who asked probing, knowledgeable, and even slightly uncomfortable questions about my business. Kind of makes the interviewer think that the candidate is choosey as well as well prepared.
+1 on listening. But to listen, you'll need to ask a lot of questions. To ask a lot of questions you'll need to go in prepared.
Regarding the military background, this is tough; you are probably hearing all the advice to transfer the roles and experiences into civilian speak. I understand the meaning behind this but it seems like the results are ackward.
Have you tried one of the agencies or recruiters who place former military?
I'm happy to look at it if you like, PM me. Jack