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Expert Tips for Answering Common Interview Questions1h 14m
Expert Tips for Answering Common Interview Questions
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Jenny Foss shared thisI don’t do a lot of personal posting here, but this one is worth recognizing. Proud mom moment! Give this girl a follow— she’s going places!Jenny Foss shared thisAfter three weeks of campaigning, I’m honored to have been elected as one of the College of Sciences Representatives for SDSU Associated Students for the 2026–2027 school year. These past few weeks have been some of the most exhausting, but also the most rewarding. The experience pushed me out of my comfort zone and gave me the chance to connect with so many new people and familiar faces across campus. I’m grateful beyond words for the support and encouragement I received along the way. I’m looking forward to representing the College of Sciences and continuing my leadership journey at SDSU!
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Jenny Foss shared thisIf you're thinking it's time for a career change—but you’re not quite sure where to begin—this one’s for you. Here are the three people who can help support the mission. #steeryourcareer #careerpivotThinking About a Career Pivot? Start With These 3 PeopleThinking About a Career Pivot? Start With These 3 People
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Jenny Foss posted thisWelp, I figured out the economic part of some of these "fake job opportunity" emails so many people are receiving from seemingly real recruiters. A current executive client of mine scrambled to prepare her resume and a myriad of additional "required documents" for a great-sounding executive communications role with a major global corporation. The recruiter came back to tell her that her materials "did not pass the applicant tracking system," which seemed very odd to me with an executive candidate, who is already in conversation with an alleged recruiter. And here's where the pitch comes in (designed to get your credit card number, I'm sure). This is an exact copy/paste from the email: To help candidates avoid that misalignment, I work with a trusted executive documentation specialist with decades of experience in senior-level positioning. She has a background in HR and talent screening, does not use AI-generated content, and focuses on translating real experience into clear, executive-level narratives that hiring teams recognize and trust. If you’re open to it, I can send you her contact details today so you can connect with her directly. She typically delivers Executive leadership-aligned resumes within 24 hours, which allows us to maintain momentum and position you for early review. This is, of course, your decision—you’re welcome to prepare the materials yourself—but given the timelines and the level we’re targeting, working with the specialist tends to produce stronger outcomes and faster shortlist movement. Let me know if you’d like me to share her details and I’ll send them over so you can reach out today. I figured out that this is a scam after my client forwarded an email from said recruiter. Her email address was a gmail address designed to look "sort of" like a company email address. The kicker is that the fake recruiter was using the name and photo of an actual recruiter who works at that same company (found her on LinkedIn; her actual title is not the same as fake recruiter's). Dang, these crooks are getting good at this. Check email addresses very very closely if you are pitched a job opportunity via email.
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Jenny Foss shared thisAnnnd, that’s a wrap on my 15th LinkedIn Learning course. If you’re wondering how to adapt professionally in this wild world of AI, stay tuned for this one! Oh, and thank you, SoCal for giving my rained out soul a tiny bit of sunshine! ☀️ Also thanks to this insanely talented crew!
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Jenny Foss posted thisJust in case anyone needs to hear this...I've noticed (in my own inbox) a major influx of fake job opportunity emails in recent months. And my fears were just confirmed by a detective at the Pinellas County Sheriffs department, as my photo and variations of my name are being used IN these emails. Spoiler alert - I am not randomly emailing you about a job opportunity. It's not me. The most tell-tale sign of the notes I've seen is that the sender represents themselves as a talent acquisition person, typically from a well-known company, and they invite conversation. Look closely at the email...chances are it's a bit "off." Also, does the person use a photo avatar in their signature line? Look them up on LinkedIn. Do a reverse search on the photo. Contact the company they say they're from and confirm that they work there. Be suspicious. It infuriates me that this is happening, not because my fake self is all over the internet (well, that also bugs me). I'm mad because these criminals waste job seekers' time, give false hope, and--in the worst case--steal thousands from them. Be suspicious. End of PSA. ugh!
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Jenny Foss posted thisIf you haven't heard back after a job interview, your brain has likely decided there's only one possible explanation: You bombed it. But often, that's not what’s happening, at all. One of the toughest stretches in any job search is the post-interview wait, especially if you felt good about the conversation, sent thoughtful thank-you notes, and were given assurance that there would be a next step. And after a few days of silence, it’s easy for your mind to start filling in the blanks: 💠 Maybe they hated me. 💠 Maybe I said something dumb. 💠 Maybe there is something fundamentally wrong with me. There is not something fundamentally wrong with you. After 15+ years in recruiting—and years working closely with hiring teams—I can tell you this with confidence: A delay after an interview often has very little to do with you. A few common reasons things stall: 1️⃣ The decision makers haven’t compared notes yet. In a perfect world, everyone sits down right after your interview and decides. In reality, busy leaders are pulled in a dozen directions and it can take days to regroup. 2️⃣ The team can’t agree on their top candidate. When interviewers have different favorites, things slow down while they hash it out. 3️⃣ They’re still interviewing people. For all you know, you were the first candidate in the pipeline. 4️⃣ The conversations changed the job. This happens more often than you’d think, especially with newly created roles. Hiring managers sometimes realize mid-process that the priorities of the position need to shift. 5️⃣ Something urgent cropped up. Particularly in small- to mid-size companies, an unexpected problem or pressing matter can derail the hiring timeline overnight. 6️⃣ They made an offer to someone else—and you’re the backup. This one may sting a little. But it’s actually pretty common. And offers fall through more often than people realize. The takeaway: Silence after an interview doesn’t automatically mean you failed. Before you leave an interview, it’s always smart to ask: “What are the next steps, and what kind of timeline should I expect?” It won’t guarantee a fast decision, but it gives you a reference point for when to follow up. Now, a question for you ➡️ What’s the longest you’ve ever waited to hear back after an interview—and what did you do about it?
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Jenny Foss shared thisWas just talking about this while at brunch with friends over the weekend. Our conversation? What skills and vocational focus areas should our teen and young adult children be paying attention to through their studies and career planning? This just-released study from LinkedIn breaks down the fastest growing skills that people in the U.S. should be investing in to stay relevant in today's world of work. I'd love to hear your thoughts on the insights surfaced--and how you're responding to the ever-evolving marketplace. #skillsontheriseLinkedIn Skills on the Rise 2026: The fastest-growing skills in the U.S.LinkedIn Skills on the Rise 2026: The fastest-growing skills in the U.S.
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Jenny Foss shared thisI've spoken with several clients about the value of informational interviews this week. I'm a huge proponent of these curious, exploratory conversations to learn more about an organization, team, culture, and skills valued. I also recognize that telling someone to just "go do informational interviews" can feel vague or intimidating. Here's one of the most-read editions of my monthly Steer Your Career column. It'll walk you through who to ask, how to ask, what to ask in the conversation, and how to use these conversations to build momentum in your job search. https://lnkd.in/gd7DCaGzHow to Ask for (& Make the Most of) an Informational InterviewHow to Ask for (& Make the Most of) an Informational Interview
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Jenny Foss posted thisI've seen plenty of bad resumes over the past 15+ years. Most of these aren't bad because you lack amazing skills and relevant or transferrable experience. They're bad because it's hard to position yourself in a way that's relevant to the roles you're pursuing and compelling to recruiters and hiring managers. I've been talking a lot about resumes in recent weeks, so I thought I'd open up my most-viewed LinkedIn Learning course--Resume Makeover to everyone at no cost (If you have LinkedIn Premium, you already have access). Need a bit of guidance as you fine-tune or build your resume? This may be useful! Free access: https://lnkd.in/geZgjwAW
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While I recognize that I'm a bit biased, I'm SO proud of you and know SDSU's College of Sciences just landed a great representative!
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If an "executive recruiter" is telling you, "Oh, man. Your resume STILL isn't passing through the ATS...but we have just the person who can help you," RUN. (And take a peek at the email address they're using. I'd bet my bank account that it's not coming from the actual company that said recruiter claims to be from.)
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Mark Gregoire The sheriff's department said it's (at least in the case they were contacting me about) a weirdly sophisticated group of scammers in a specific area of Nigeria.
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Jenny Foss liked thisJenny Foss liked thisHey who invented the idea of “ATS scores” for resumes? Anybody got a name? I can find ‘em. Just need minimal info. I just have a few questions. Only need 5 minutes alone with ‘em. And an alibi probably. (Meanwhile… Jesus be like “Ames it’s Holy Week stop it” 🤣)
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Jenny Foss reacted on thisJenny Foss reacted on thisAfter three weeks of campaigning, I’m honored to have been elected as one of the College of Sciences Representatives for SDSU Associated Students for the 2026–2027 school year. These past few weeks have been some of the most exhausting, but also the most rewarding. The experience pushed me out of my comfort zone and gave me the chance to connect with so many new people and familiar faces across campus. I’m grateful beyond words for the support and encouragement I received along the way. I’m looking forward to representing the College of Sciences and continuing my leadership journey at SDSU!
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Jenny Foss reacted on thisJenny Foss reacted on thisReally enjoyed moderating ASCM Oregon Chapter March PDM, 𝘞𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯 𝘪𝘯 𝘚𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘺 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘪𝘯: 𝘈𝘥𝘷𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘋𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘐𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵. What stood out to me was how consistently the conversation pointed back to the environment we operate in. Career pivots, influence without authority, leadership trade-offs, and the assumptions women still navigate are not isolated challenges. They are shaped by how organizations create clarity, context, and decision pathways. When those elements are strong, people and teams move with more confidence and impact. When they are not, progress slows. What also made the discussion especially valuable was the range of perspectives on the panel. Different industries bring different contexts, but the underlying leadership and talent dynamics are often shared. That mix made the conversation broader, more practical, and more relevant. Thank you to Veronica LeClerc, Martina Espinosa, and Kim Freeman, MBA for bringing such depth and honesty to the discussion. It was a pleasure to be part of it. #SupplyChain #Leadership #WomenInSupplyChain #ASCMOregon #CareerGrowth #Sponsorship #InclusiveLeadership
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I share my survivor story as means to educate the public and support other victims of sexual assault. You ever hear of making lemonade out of lemons? This would fall under that category.
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