Acing the Interview. How to As and Answer the Questions That Will Get You the Job: How to Ask and Answer the Questions That Will Get You the Job! Paperback – Import, 16 February 2008

I can't say enough how much this book has helped me! If you struggle with assertiveness and confidence in the job search and interview process, BUY THIS BOOK! It's for the entire job search processs, not just interviewing--it walks you through every single step! I am a very career-driven, motivated worker but I struggle with the entire job search process- I find "selling" myself to be very challenging and not my nature. But wow, did this book change that! After reading it, I immediately understood what I had been doing wrong in my job search all this time. All I can say it, TAKE HIS ADVICE, DO WHAT HE SAYS TO THE LETTER! The author is very straight forward, he says do this, or whatever you do, don't do this, etc. Some of it was very difficult for me to do and say, and felt very uncomfortable, because it's very assertive, but I figured what do I have to lose, MY process isn't working for me so I said heck with it I will try the author's techniques. I just had my first interview after preparing with this book, and it worked! I made sure to say exactly what he said to, and I was amazed how it actually worked-- for example, he says during an intitial interview, say "Now, Mr.____, how does what I have to offer stack up with what you are looking for?" And the interviewer went about telling me where I stand, what he liked about me for the position as well as his inhibitions about hiring me--that way I could address and allay his concerns right there and then, getting me to the next stage of the process. I hever would have thought I could ask something like that before!READ THIS BOOK, AND STUDY IT STUDY IT STUDY IT!

I picked up this book a few years ago after I kept getting numerous interviews but no offers. I figured it had to be the interview. Skeptical, I chose this book after reading about it online and in reviews.I have to say that this job landed me two very prestigious (and high-paying) jobs since then, and coupled with prayer - it usually gets you hired. And after suggesting this book to friends, they've landed jobs at impressive organizations, too. As I head back into the job search, I'm re-reading it, realizing that I've gotten a little rusty since last time. All the managers I've had since then have been convinced that I give a great interview and they're making the right decision by hiring me. Therefore, I swear by this book and have my dog-eared, food-stained, written in the margins copy that I also swear is good luck.If I had any words of caution it would be these: Yes, his book IS pushy, so you must take some things with caution. For instance, I don't necessarily suggest using his approaches when you first come in. It's more of his insight and question and answer parts that do the trick and get you the job. His way of thinking will have you viewing the process differently. And no, I don't suggest begging for sit downs with random executives - I believe in cold emailing over cold calling. Even still, for my profession in public relations, the aggressiveness works at the right times. No one wants a shrinking violet in communications, sales, marketing, or any other 'driver' type roles. Now, if you're interviewing to be an administrative assistant, you'll probably want to read another book.Secondly, some things are outdated. The book fails to take into account networking social media like LinkedIn, pointing out that posting resumes online or responding to posts don't get you hired. When in fact, the two jobs I did get using this book came from relationships built on those kinds of social media sites. Since the bulk of his career predates those new considerations, it makes sense, since he's not a modern job-searcher per se. This is ironic, since his book was highlighted in a LinkedIn email today. He's very old school, but old school works sometimes. Some of his answers are so corny, they work.Third - and probably not as much of a caution - you will sell yourself so good, you might get a job you absolutely cannot do and are not ready for. You might ignore all the warning signs and interview so well with no reservations, that you will get a job you later find was a bad idea. To solve that, please do make the important considerations he lists in the book, especially about if this is a good fit - not in terms of what you do, but who you do it for. For instance, he mentions decoding analogies and metaphors the authority is using. If I'd took that part of the book to heart as much as others, I would have picked up on the clue that my last manager was completely ill-equipped for her position, lacked experience and was incompetent. And that was the only clue I had - and I missed it.Again, great book. Just keep the good stuff and throw out the rest. Add faith, and you got yourself a job.

Good book with many valuable hints that are not rocket science but set you thinking. I think it is not to be followed religiously but readers should take the suitable bits for them. It does provide a good perspective on job-seeker's situation in the process and gives some orientation as well as very hands-on advice.There are only two downsides: (i) it is written for the US market and does sometimes but not always apply to Europe; (ii) it is perfect for sales executives but highly skilled graduate professionals in insurance and finance in Europe may want to read with care. Still a lot (but not all) of the book's advice worth considering.

I can't compare this book to others as it was the only one I purchased. The result was that I was able to convince a very savvy multi-national that I as THE soluton for them. It worked and not I locked the best job I could ever dreamed of having. Why was the book so effective? First, it defines an attitude you must embrace as part of the process. Don't wait for them to pull the greatness out of you, go in with a strategy to tell them that you are the solution and this is why they should agree. Sound like a strange way to approach but get over it! This sets you apart and gets you the next interview...and ultimately the offer. Practice answering questions. have a list of stories written down that you read over and over so that you are a practiced, skilled storyteller. Have the confidence in the end to ask how you did and if they would support you at decision-time. I am sure there are other good buooks, but I can definitely say that i would skim this book to get ready for every interview i had. It changed my interview style from one I thought was ok but later realized it was quite lame. Now I feel confident giong into any interview that I can OWN it! Get the book...

This is more for people seeking top professional jobs. Not to say it can't help any one on any level. I may donate it, but first I need to review it again.