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Sell Yourself: Interviewing with a Marketing TwistAnd speaking of the interview, you can use marketing techniques there too. Chiagouris asserts that youll be much more successful if you see the interview as an opportunity to sell yourself: “Think of it as a sales presentation. Each question provides you with an opportunity to make a sale with your answer.”The interview prep in this book is extensive. He breaks down 40 common interview questions: why theyre important, appropriate responses, and inappropriate responses.The Internet Job Search: Use it WiselyThe Internet has revolutionized the job search. We all know that.But Chiagouris has an important word of caution: “I have found the Internet can seduce you. It can lull you into thinking that you have covered all the bases in your job search. Do not allow that to happen to you.”With that in mind, still use this great tool! Just make sure youre still willing to put in face time too. Yes, networking sounds like more work, but i ts worthwhile.Chiagouris breaks down the internet job search simplyâ€"start with general sites because they update their postings more frequently. Then find a few sites that specialize in your industry. Once youve found your favorites, figure out when they generally post new listings and get into a rhythm of checking them.Now, go finish off that degree so you can turn it into a job offer.For more on the book visit http://thesecrettogettingajobaftercollege.comFor Chiagouris helpful list of career related websites visit http://thesecrettogettingajobaftercollege.com/careersites.html