Winning the Interview Game: Everything You Need to Know to Land the Job [Paperback]

Alan H. Nierenberg (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 25, 2005

"If you treat the interviewing process like the "game" that it is -- and become good at it -- you'll win every time. Your success depends on mastering the rules, understanding the players, and knowing how to score enough to win. Winning the Interview Game takes you step by step from preparing for your initial interview to prepping for your first day on the job. You'll learn everything you need to know to: * Establish and maintain rapport with interviewers. * Prove that you ideally suit the position's requirements. * Take advantage of the pressure on recruiters and human resources departments to fill jobs. * Recognize and disarm negative body language exhibited by interviewers. * Deal with difficult questions and tense situations to salvage a less-than-perfect interview before it ends. Regardless of your age, level of seniority, or area of expertise, this practical guide gives you the strong competitive edge you need to defeat the competition and land the job you want."

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Fort Worth Star Telegram: ""A must-read for interviewers and job-seekers alike.""

Today’s Black Woman: ""A valuable secret weapon in any job seekers’ quest for employment."""

“In most employment books, the primary goal is securing an interview with a prospective employer, or preferably several of them. Then what? This book provides the answer.”

-Richard Pachter, Miami Herald and nationally syndicated columnist

In most employment books, the primary goal is securing an interview... Then what? This book provides the answer.”

-Richard Pachter, Miami Herald and nationally syndicated columnist

Review

"""I recently won the interview game and a terrific new job largely attributed to the author's advice and perspective as an executive recruiter and former human resources executive. The book should be helpful for job seekers at all levels."" -- Brett Winson, Deputy General Manager, Head of Human Resources, Mizuho Bank - Americas

""The author successfully replaces concern with confidence for an upcoming interview. It worked for me!"" -- Linda Vande Ven, Vice President and Chief Information Officer (CIO), Harcourt Education

""As a recent graduate, I found the book unique in describing every step of the interview process through the experiences of an actual job seeker. The approach was instrumental in helping to land my job."" -- Erin Gilbert, Assistant Monitoring Coordinator, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife

""Interviewing is a major challenge for the senior finance/accounting executives to whom I offer career advice. This book is packed with practical solutions for challenges like going from a large to small company, job hunting when you're over 50, and differentiating oneself. Reading this book will prepare anyone who is planning a job/career transition."" -- Mary Ann Lee, Career Transition Consultant, Alumni Services, Big Four Accounting Firm"

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 17 and up
  
• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: AMACOM (May 25, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0814472796
• ISBN-13: 978-0814472798
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,227,465 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Stephen Smith, August 18, 2005

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Stephen W. Smith (New York, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Winning the Interview Game: Everything You Need to Know to Land the Job (Paperback)

I'm a skeptic by nature, but this book really acted as my personal coach during the 4 weeks that it took for me to find my next Exec position. Bottom line, this book has great, practical information, that took me through the process from getting interviews to making my way through the "Interview Game". In the end I had my choice of several opportunities all of which that sent me offer letters. You would be foolish not to have read this book, prior to starting the interview process.

Thanks again for a great book!

Stephen Smith

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very good book but lacks good negotiation advice, March 26, 2008

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A. Mejia "job seeker" (Atlanta, GA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Winning the Interview Game: Everything You Need to Know to Land the Job (Paperback)

I agree with the other reviews and found it a great, easy-to-read, realistic read. However, I found the advice on negotiation overly simplistic and optimistic. In corporate America one can't expect to meekly ask for a small amount like $3000 and expect to get a nice "yes" in return. According to other sources I've read, employers often budget 20-30% more for candidates than they initially offer, but hiring managers have no incentive to give that money away unless the candidate convinces them otherwise. This should be done in a cordial manner, but it takes backing up your argument with facts and a list of qualifications. It might take time and will be uncomfortable. This book doesn't provide guidance that will help many job seekers get the salary they want or deserve.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Provides winning strategies, May 8, 2005

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Helen H. Nives - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Winning the Interview Game: Everything You Need to Know to Land the Job (Paperback)

In this competitive market where every facet of the interview process can be imperative to landing the position you strive for, Alan Nierenberg provides all the answers to questions you have and even more importantly, answers to questions you hadn't even thought of, that could make all the difference. Highly recommend!!!