Top 35 Police Interview Questions (Example Answers Included)
By Mike Simpson For many people, becoming one of the nation’s 813,500 police officers is the dream. But after you’ve finished all of that training, that doesn’t mean the hard part is over. You still have to take on the police interview questions, and that isn’t always a walk in the park. While any position…
Top 35 Firefighter Interview Questions (Example Answers Included)
By Mike Simpson Today, there are over 1 million career, paid per call, and volunteer firefighters in the United States. If you’ve always dreamed of joining them, then you know that getting there is a journey. Along with completing official firefighter training, you’ll have to pass the CPAT. Plus, you’re going to have to show…
Top 20 Problem Solving Interview Questions (Example Answers Included)
By Mike Simpson When candidates prepare for interviews, they usually focus on highlighting their leadership, communication, teamwork, and similar crucial soft skills. However, not everyone gets ready for problem-solving interview questions. And that can be a big mistake. Problem-solving is relevant to nearly any job on the planet. Yes, it’s more prevalent in certain industries,…
How to End an Email (Examples Included)
By Mike Simpson Sometimes, it’s not until you have a job search underway that you really stop and think about how you approach an email. After all, you want to come across as capable, professional, and, well, hirable. On occasion, that may leave you asking questions, “Do I really know how to end an email…
How to Start a Cover Letter (Examples Included)
By Mike Simpson When you’re writing a cover letter, nailing the opening is a must. Your cover letter introduction has to draw the hiring manager in, giving them a clear reason to keep reading. That’s why learning how to start a cover letter is so vital; it’s your doorway to success. After all, more than…
How to Use To Whom It May Concern (Alternatives Included)
By Mike Simpson Every letter needs a solid salutation. Why? Because it helps the reader figure out who you’re talking to. But what if you don’t know the name of the person you’re addressing? That’s where “to whom it may concern” comes in. “To whom it may concern” is a generic salutation that can apply…
The Complete Guide to Severance (Pay and Package)
By Mike Simpson In some cases, if you’re laid off or let go from a job for a reason other than a performance issue or a policy violation, you might get offered severance. If you do, this can significantly ease the blow. You’ll end up with some extra post-employment support, increasing the odds that you…
How to Write an Interview Follow-Up Email (Examples Included)
By Mike Simpson Nothing feels quite as good as leaving a job interview knowing that you rocked it. But after you write an amazing thank you email, what comes next? If you don’t get an offer soon, do you need to send a follow-up email after your interview, too? Or is that too much? In…
How to Write a Resignation Letter (Templates Included)
By Mike Simpson At some point in your career, you’re probably going to resign from a job. After all, practically no one stays in one role for their entire working life; moving on from time to time is normal. In fact, it’s so normal that millions of professionals leave their jobs every month. That’s right,…
How to Write a Follow-up Email After No Response (Examples Included)
By Mike Simpson As a candidate, nothing is more frustrating than having what you think is an amazing interview and then… silence. While not hearing back from the hiring manager isn’t uncommon – as it happens to about 60 percent of job seekers – that doesn’t mean it isn’t annoying. Luckily, there may be something…
