Beyond a Firm Handshake 21 Ways to Communicate You're the Right Person for the Job

If you think that getting the interview will get you the job, think again! Times have changed. Today’s job market is more competitive than ever. In the past, a face-to-face interview gave you a pretty good shot at getting the job. No longer. With sometimes hundreds of people competing for one job, you must prepare in advance so you can communicate competently in the interview. You were good on paper. Now you have to be great in person. The interview is where the rubber meets the road—does the real flesh and blood person match what is on paper? You may be the smartest, most capable person in the world, but if you aren’t able to communicate it in an interview, you’re toast. “Beyond a Firm Handshake” drills deep, going beyond the obvious tips and techniques to give you practical and useful skills to communicate that you are the right person for the job. Communication expert Sari de la Motte presents 21 ways to communicate each step of the way--from crafting an attention-grabbing resume to observing company culture to how to connect with your interviewer. By focusing on the nonverbal aspect of communication, Sari shows you how to increase your nonverbal intelligence and secure the job of your dreams. Some things you'll learn in “Beyond a Firm Handshake": •Why no one is reading your resume •How to turn the phone screen into a face-to-face interview •Why “friendly” hiring managers can be dangerous •What to bring, and more importantly, avoid bringing to the interview •Why your interview begins and ends in the parking lot •What it really means to be “likable” •How to handle illegal, trick or just plain weird questions •Why you should never, ever call to follow up •And more! If you’re looking for work, hoping for a promotion, or just want to brush up on your interview skills, this one-of-a-kind job interview guide is not to be missed. “Beyond a Firm Handshake: 21 Way to Communicate You’re the Right Person For the Job” is available as an eBook for just $8.99 on the Kindle, iPad/iPhone, Sony Reader and Barnes & Nobel Nook. It is also available as a PDF. Learn more about Sari and "Beyond a Firm Handshake" at www.nonverbalsolutions.com.