Many executives say that they decide instantly "Yes." or "No." as soon as your walk in the door. Research shows that this is true. How do you control this?

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Studies show

the employer decides whether or not to hire you in the first 4 minutes of the interview.
It’s an instinctive decision.
Only 2% of employers will change their mind after the 4^th minute.

This information totally changes your strategy for job search.

It means that some things that you worried about, I don't want to worry any more
It means that you need to prepare for things that you never thought of preparing.
Overall it makes getting a job much easier
If you learn how to handle this timing: I will be able to go after all the jobs I truly want

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Visual

Studies show that 85% of the decision in the first 4 minutes of the interview is visual - what they see of you. There are things that you can do to maximize the visual side of that 4 minutes to get the job that you want.

14 Seconds to Read Your Resume

Did You know? The employer will only read your resume for 14 seconds before making a crucial decision. Find out why and what to do about it!

how much can you read in 14 seconds?

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