A Career Woman (Female, Phoenix, 46-55, Other Profession) answered:

Have a nice resume with all your information. Make it look professional with your education and any jobs you may have held in the past.

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A Sportif (Female, Los Angeles, 46-55, Medical / Dental) answered:

Put out the money for a professional resume. Don't include personal information on it such as age, marital status, kids, no photos. Do add positions you may have held even in the summer, volunteer positions. Note your education, skills (if clerical, technical). Also include a cover letter. Make it brief and address the particular opening and why you feel your background, education, experience, volunteer job, etc. would make you right for the position. Be positive, brief, and ensure you indicate that you look forward to meeting with them.

Don't hesitate to send out blind resumes either. I got a job that way and was with the company for 8 years.

Prior to your interview, if possible research the company a little, so you'll be informed and appear interested. When you interview, be early, or at least on time. You may want to do a test drive to make sure you know exactly where it is, where to park. Dress professionally, minimal makeup, no perfume, or minimal. Wear either a skirt, dress or pant suit, dress slacks and nice top. Shake hands with the interviewer. Make it firm, not weak, not too strong.

Look the interviewer(s)in the eyes, ask questions such as what type of person are you looking for? What are the most important aspects of the job? What would a routine day be like?

Afterwards, thank them. Ask them when you can expect to hear back. Express your interest if you are at least somewhat interested. You can always say no later, but better to appear very interested.

I would recommend doing an internet search for interview suggestions. You may also want to purchase books on interviewing, job hunting, or get from the library.

I'm getting too wordy, but feel free to email me.

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An Intellectual Guy (Male, Toronto, 36-45, Therapist) answered:

Flirting.

It only works in some situations, but I wore tight pants, acted provocative and sensual, and it seemed to work. Then, after he gave me the job, I had to act straight.

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