The Formative Years

The material for Interview RX is gathered from a variety of sources and personal experience beginning in 1997. Initially, I developed an 11-page Interview Prep Package for candidates interviewing with hiring companies. The information covered Dos and Don’ts in interviewing and how to handle certain interview questions, like reasons for leaving a job or salary-related questions. Over the months, the document grew to 19 pages and included an article about the dangers of accepting counter-offers and a sample resignation letter.

The Inspirational Years

Completing two masters degree provided a fertile environment in which to research and write about topics related to hiring practices, interview stress and career decisions. Surprisingly, there were decades of comprehensive studies and empirical research resources.

After graduating, I made a conscious decision to pull all the bits and pieces of interviewing and hiring information together into a comprehensive format that promoted a practicle understanding of the interview process. As the chapters began to come together, I visited networking groups of individuals in job transitions and listened to a variety of issues they faced in finding new positions. These discussions were inspirational in the development of several new concepts included in the book.

Bringing it All Together

Beginning in June 2004, the text for the book began to take shape. Illustrations were added and by the end of September, the initial editing was complete for the first formal presentation of the material in October. Over a 4 week period, I lead 18 people in a comprehensive review of the material. The weekly sessions provided a venue for group discussions and a lively exchange of ideas. The participant’s insights and feedback provided further refinement and clarification of the material.

Today

Today, INTERVIEW RX is in its third edition and one of the cornerstones of our service offerings. The publisher encouraged the addition of new material and SALARY NEGOTIATIONS RX, our first ebook, was released in 2006. New services and educational material are in the works. Your input is welcomed as we continue to expand and customize our service offerings.