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If you know me, then you know that I love reality television, specifically the Real Housewives franchise. One of the parts I enjoy the most is hearing their commentary through the confessionals. If you’re reading this and you don’t know what a confessional is, no worries, let me tell you. The confessionals are various moments […]
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Job interviews are part of the business world. They have become a highly leveraged practice to get to know potential employees. The job interview allows employers to identify the strengths and opportunities of the candidate and aids the hiring manager in deciding, do they want to hire them or not. Or the candidate chooses, do […]
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You’ve been submitting applications and preparing for interviews for the last month, and finally, you get a call back for an interview- woohoo! You think about the time, energy and commitment you’ve made so far to your interview prep and of course, this prep has got to come in handy for the upcoming conversation you’ve […]
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The answer is always YES. Trust me, you always have a question or two for the person interviewing you. Asking your interviewers thoughtful questions at the end of your interview is a great way to: 78% of hiring managers state that enthusiasm will influence their decision. I’m not suggesting you show up anything other than […]
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I was never taught how to interview and from my experience in speaking with friends, family, and clients, no one taught them either. Interviewing is a skill. Developing this skill requires personal reflection, research and of course practice (rehearsing). This is what the Own The Interview preparation method is based on. “Honing the skill of interviewing will […]
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I understand the struggle with answering this question. And I know our minds can bounce in every direction when deciding the approach; How am I supposed to answer this? Is this a trick question? Can I be honest and tell them that this job is a stepping stone to land a role elsewhere? A lot […]
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It’s February 3rd and as one of your biggest cheerleaders, I don’t want one moment of your precious time and energy these past 31 days to go undocumented. Trust me, taking a moment to slow down and reflect on what has occurred over the last month will save you in the long run when you’re […]
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From social hours, to online workshops, 1:1’s with your boss and of course, job interviews.If you weren’t in the know before this world pandemic hit, now you know. Video Conferencing is taking over! Organizations are choosing video conferencing for a number of reasons. It allows screen sharing for presentations, builds connection through face to face […]
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Some of the most simple questions seem to be the ones that also catch us off guard. We prepare for these meetings thinking of the tough questions that could be asked and then we forget to consider the most basic ones like, “Why do you want to work here?”. I remember early on in my […]
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Does it surprise you to hear that well over half of the candidates I have interviewed over the years didn’t send a thank you note? Sending a thank you email requires all of 10 minutes of your time, if that.If done well, it shows you’re grateful, detailed oriented and interested. Equally important, it keeps you […]
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Hi, I'm Jenna.
Your new career and interview prep coach.
I'm incredibly passionate about supporting people to walk into their job interviews with confidence. With 15+ years experience leading people and a HR designation, I have heard and seen it all when it comes to interviews.
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Feeling stuck in your career, like you're constantly reaching the final round of interviews but never landing the offer?
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In this program, you’ll learn how to master interviews with clarity and confidence, leveraging proven frameworks and strategies that help you navigate even the toughest questions.
Through personalized guidance, we'll tackle your biggest challenges—managing self-doubt, anxiety, and uncertainty—so that you walk into every interview feeling prepared, empowered, and in control. From honing your interview stories to aligning with company cultures, you'll gain the tools you need to feel fulfilled and secure the role you deserve.
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