How to Handle Sticky Interview Situations

This article is about sticky interview situations and some tips of experts how to handle with them. Yet, many job seekers have found themselves caught in a situation where the right answer just isn't coming to them. Even if they're not  tongue-tied, they don't know how to answer an interviewer's peculiar or possibly illegal question. Caught off-guard, anyone can freeze during a job interview. Sometimes hiring managers ask questions they know will catch you  off-guard. The purpose of the question isn't so much about what you answer as it is how you handle the pressure. The hiring manager probably doesn't know the answer either. Fun or quirky questions are supposed to knock you out of your comfort zone so that the employer can observe you. Your answer for such questions should be fun, creative, entertaining and showcase your personality. If you draw a blank or don't understand the question, simply ask a qualifier. It buys you time and puts the ball back in the interviewer's court. And if the interviewer is pet peeve, you may give a rambling response that doesn’t answer the question.

How Your Job Search Is Like Selling a Home

This article is about combined tips from real-estate guide to offer up these tips on selling a home in a buyer's market -- and how you can apply them to your job search.. Selling a home in the current buyer's market is a lot like looking for a new job in an oversaturated applicant pool. It's risky, you may have to invest time and money and try some unconventional methods in order to get results. Before you decide to sell your home, check out the housing market in your area. When starting a job search, it's important to get a sense of the market you'll be entering. Have salaries in your field decreased since the start of the recession? Conducting such research will help you decide where and how to target your job search. Before you put your home on the market, clean it from top to bottom, touch up the paint and make any repairs to restore functionality or visual appeal. Is it in top-notch condition? Buyers are looking for homes in move-in condition. Like a house up for sale, it's probably been awhile since you were "on the market," so it's time to take an inventory. If your clothes are dated or no longer fit, buy new ones so you'll have plenty of time to pick out the right outfit and have any necessary alterations made. Second, make sure all of your professional skills and certifications are  up-to-date. Just like a home listing, your résumé should highlight your best features and what sets you apart from other applicants. Like home buyers, companies are watching their budgets. That means that even though you may have been worth X amount of dollars five years ago, your value may have depreciated. But if the salary is downright unlivable or the job isn't at all what you're looking for, you may want to consider declining the offer.

Improving Emotional Health

This article is about strategies and tips for good mental health. People who are emotionally healthy are able to handle life’s inevitable challenges. When bad things happen, they’re able to bounce back and move on. There are many things you can do to boost your mood, build resilience, and get more enjoyment out of life. Good mental health isn't just the absence of mental health problems. Rather than the absence of mental illness, mental and emotional health refers to the presence of positive characteristics, such as a sense of contentment , a zest for living, self-confidence and high self-esteem. These positive characteristics of mental and emotional health allow you to participate in life to the fullest extent possible through productive, meaningful activities and strong relationships. Don’t let stress and negative emotions build up. Try to maintain a balance between your daily responsibilities and pleasant things.