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It's often not the problem, but how you write out an explanation for the background. Most candidates turn themselves inside out when a simple explanation is often all that is needed to resolve most of the situations.

You're in the hiring process. Let's take it one step at a

time. The badge is there. There is only one person keeping you from

getting it . . . It's YOU!

"Some times I think my mind would kill me if it didn't need me for transportation."

It's not the items of concern, but the when and why. Like most candidates that enter the hiring process, they get hyper vigilant and the voices of panic and guilt start running around in their heads.

When did these incidents happen? If it was a financial problem, what was your financial situation then?

For other problems and misdemeanors, has the problem happened since?

Was this a financial problem? Many candidates live on a shoe string trying to gain the education and experience to get this job. A couple of 60's and a 90 late are nothing if you were between jobs. Are the accounts current now?

One of my candidates had some outstanding bills. In his current background check he told the investigator told how he was resolving the problem. The investigator told him if he cleared them, he could go forward in the process. He did. He is going forward in the hiring process.

Our "Nugget" skills work for any job or promotion.

Here's a testimony from one of the four badges that were

received from our program:

Dear Captain Bob,

Ever since I was a little kid I dreamed about being a police officer. When I was old enough. I started taking test after test. I was doing pretty good, but not good enough. I started expanding by traveling out of state to take tests because it didn't matter where I went, I just wanted to be a police officer.

Well the scores finally got good enough to move on to the oral boards, but I hit another brick wall. I had no idea what to expect! That's when I found out about your video seminar packet and I decided to see what you had to offer. I watched that video over and over, formulated my script, and then I finally got to put it into action.

Because of you I am starting a new job as a New York State University Police Officer, and I just recently received even better news...I scored the highest possible mark of "95", without being a veteran, on the California Highway Patrol Oral Boards! It took a lot of time and patience but I do believe good things come to those of us who wait, and practice! My spirits are lifted and my confidence has been boosted.

I thank you Captain Bob for helping my dream come true!

Sincerely,

Joseph M. Grudecki

Mechanicville, NY

Nothing counts 'til you have the badge. Nothing!

"Captain Bob"

Ask "Captain Bob" Any Question

Fire "Captain Bob" Smith has coached countless entry level and promotional candidates to get their badge. He is a retired 28-year Hayward, Ca. Captain, speaker/author of the audio/video program "Conquer the Job Interview," the book "Fire Up Your Communication Skills" ISBN 09657620-6-8 and a member of the prestigious National Speakers Association. You can book him as a speaker or get a copy of his books and tapes by calling toll free at 888-238-3959.

E-mail: captbob@verio.com  Web site: http://www.eatstress.com

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