In a previous post we looked at the Most Common Job Interview Questions that you can expect a hiring manager to ask you; in this post, we will look at the reverse: what questions should you ask the interviewer? Obviously, the questions that you ask are highly position-dependent and situation-dependent; the list below provides many general ones from which to pick and choose.
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In-person interviews (and in-person performance assessments) are the most nerve-wracking part of the job application process. It is therefore useful to familiarize yourself with the most frequently asked questions in job interviews. The list below is by no means exhaustive, but it should prepare candidates well for most interviews.
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What is a guarantor? A guarantor (also known as a co-signer) is someone who signs an agreement to compensate a landlord for rent in the event that you are unable to. Landlords want to guard against financial risk; many therefore require prospective tenants to furnish proof of minimum income and even personal references—so if you’re a student or unpaid intern, or if you’re working and your salary is beneath the minimum income threshold established by the apartment’s owner, you will probably need to have a guarantor co-sign a lease with you.
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Many folks understandably feel uncomfortable when asked on a job application to disclose their salary history or state their salary requirements. Both constitute a very delicate balancing act: you want to maximize your potential starting salary, but you also want to maximize your chances of landing the job. These can appear to be (and may actually be) conflicting goals. Sometimes, though, you have little choice but to bite the bullet. If a company’s job posting requests that you include salary history and/or requirements, you would be well-advised to fulfill their request—companies dislike candidates who don’t follow directions.
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In a previous post, we looked at the best search websites for apartments and rental properties. Obviously, a very thorough search prior to signing a lease is key to finding a cheap (but livable) apartment. There are many more methods, however, for saving on what, for most folks, is their biggest monthly expense. Listed below are the top five tips.
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