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A Long Delay Following a Job Interview: What Does it Mean and What Should You Do?

August 26, 2018 by Careers in Bloom

Congratulations.  After submitting numerous online applications and getting a few Skype and/or phone “screening interviews,” you finally scored an in-person interview with an organization.  And perhaps you think it went pretty well.  You dutifully sent out thank-you emails or cards to all your interviewers, and then … (cue the sound of crickets chirping)….   Nothing.  No […]

Filed Under: All Posts, The Job Search

The Elephant in the Room: How to Really Answer the Weakness Question

June 1, 2015 by Careers in Bloom

It’s the question most candidates dread. However, with a little insight and the right approach, the question “What is your greatest weakness” can become one of your greatest allies among the list of commonly asked interview questions. Here is an approach to making this question work in your favor. Be honest, choose the weakest area […]

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This was by far the most interesting and helpful RCR workshop that I’ve attended. It was applicable to anyone whereas many workshops that I see advertised seem to have a relatively narrow focus.
Graduate Student (Humanities & Social Science), Duke University
Ms. Wilson-Grant is a great speaker who is able to flawlessly adapt her speech to people with varied backgrounds, taking the time to understand everyone’s needs. I found her workshops very thought-provoking and full of relevant, practical advice.
Engineer / Account Manager at GATE Informatic SA
Not only is Dara extremely knowledgeable about the subject matter she presents, she goes above and beyond to ensure that she is also knowledgeable about who her audience will be. This results in a workshop that feels individualized and personalized for each participant, even though the presentation itself is to a whole group.
Director, Office of Training & Academic Services, Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute
I was an attendee at your workshop on networking at the NIEHS Biomedical Career Symposium last week. You helped me feel more confident in my understanding of how to be successful at networking and now I feel confident enough to get out and start developing this important skill! Thank you!
PhD candidate, Wake Forest University
I really appreciated your workshop on networking this weekend. I’m new to the networking scene and have been unsure on how to approach it, especially as I venture into new fields. The workshop was very helpful and I am looking forward to testing out my new skills!
Postdoctoral Fellow, North Carolina State University
Dara has facilitated in improving my interviewing and interpersonal skills, which helped me become more competitive in the job market.
Former Postdoc, Current Medical Writer
Dara is a witty, warm, empathetic speaker who offers practical, do-able advice and concrete steps that postdocs can take to advance their careers.
Director, Office of Postdoctoral Services, Duke University
I want to express my sincere appreciation for the time you spent in giving the “Transferable Skills” seminar at Duke today. I learned so many valuable things from your presentation. I do not think I would have caught the flaws—the detailed, technical description of my research experience and the lack of incorporating soft skills in describing those experience—in my resume. You provided very helpful advice, and I am looking forward to attending other upcoming seminars provided by you.
Postdoc, Duke University
Dara Wilson-Grant is a warm, charming, and phenomenal speaker. Her session on interviewing was the best session I heard all day. She handled questions with poise, offered new information, and gave an overall SMASHING performance.
Postdoctoral Scholar, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
This was an amazing workshop. I liked the spirit, the honesty and the examples from real life, plus showing us how to network the right way. I learned the importance of keeping in touch with others and that networking might take time, but has great benefit.
Graduate Student, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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