Ken Sher Gives Interviewing Tips
By Kate Rainey
Joseph’s People Central Delco (JPCD) welcomes Ken Sher, who will present “Handling Difficult Interview Challenges.” The program is 7-8:30 p.m., June 5, at Media Presbyterian Church’s Hassler Chapel, 30 E. Baltimore Ave., Media PA 19063. The chapel can be accessed from the Baltimore Avenue side, to the left of the main door, or around back on East Franklin Street, enter the back door and go up the stairs. All are welcome without regard to religious affiliation.
This interactive session will assist job seekers to answer questions such as “Aren’t you overqualified for this job?” and “What’s your current salary?” Also, come prepared to discuss interview questions that you find particularly challenging.
Mr. Sher, who has been a Career Management and Executive Business Coach for nearly 25-years, will teach participants effective ways to handle phone interviews, tips for Skype interviews, how to answer the most difficult interview questions and what to not say in an interview.
Ken has led three different Learning & Development teams including a global organization and the J & J Sales Recruiting department, where he refined his skills regarding how to identify, recruit and retain top talent. He brings a practical and humanistic approach to training that ultimately leads to increased productivity, career fulfillment and improved employee engagement.
Ken has led sales teams ranging in size from 10 to 70 employees, and sales training and leadership development teams of up to 25 associates. He has helped many of them attain advanced positions within their organizations and beyond. He is a member of the Five O’clock Club, the Life Sciences Trainers & Educators Network (LTEN) and the Association for Talent Development (ATD) and a member of the National Speaker’s Association Academy.
Ken practices what he teaches about developing a healthy work/life balance and enjoys spending time with his wife Nancy and their 3 grown children. Ken may be contacted at ken@shercoaching.com or http://www.linkedin.com/in/kensher or shercoaching.com
JPCD is a joint program of Media Presbyterian Church and St. Laurence Church in Upper Darby. The group has an active, free forum on LinkedIn, named “Joseph’s People of Central Delaware County-Free Job Search Group” in the LinkedIn directory. To join, send a request and an email will be generated confirming membership.
JPCD is affiliated with Joseph’s People, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping unemployed and underemployed workers. Local, affiliated chapters provide networking opportunities, guidance and emotional support to job seekers and career changers. For more information, send a message through the LinkedIn group listed above, visit www.josephspeople.org or email contactus@josephspeople.org.
Ken Sher Gives Interviewing Tips