This is a practical, how-to book about succeeding in employment interviews. It provides specific ways to effectively communicate one's strenghts in a variety of interview settings--the initial, the second, and the "corner office" interviews. "Skill Builder" pages provide tools to help applicants prepare for each interview. Special help is given for coping with the 12 most difficult questions and for managing discussions conerning compensation. Written by a professional interviewer, The Perfect Interview will help the entry level or experienced candidates ace the interview and receive the jpb offer they deserve.

Today's organizations put extraordinary pressure on their employees to work harder and longer. This book shows readers how to resist this pressure and actually spend less time in the office. John Drake, who successfully downshifted his own work life, examines the frantic pace of today's business environment, helps readers overcome the fear of working less, and shows them how to make the change. He uses real-life examples to provide practical strategies for freeing up personal time and for using that time to create a happier, more satisfying life.