Dingee

The endless hours we have spent talking about Jack and the "crowd" have made me feel that I was there with them hunting abalone in Carmel or on a picnic at the old Dingee place in Oakland.

Meet Jack London Biographer Russ Kingman 2010

Rehearse: “A dry run with a friend is critical for you to have an idea of what to do and where to look, as well as any potential hiccups,” Dingee advises.

You’re Better Than Your Job Search Marc Cenedella 2010

“Come to my office”: “If they offer an invitation to their office, I would definitely take them up on it,” Dingee says.

You’re Better Than Your Job Search Marc Cenedella 2010

“You need to position yourself and make sure that you are comfortable,” Dingee says, “because you want to be able to appear at ease even if you are nervous.”

You’re Better Than Your Job Search Marc Cenedella 2010

“Some get whatever their host gets,” Dingee observes.

You’re Better Than Your Job Search Marc Cenedella 2010

I would encourage full attention, says Kelly Dingee, a sourcing researcher and executive trainer for AIRS, an executive search firm in Fairfax, Va.

You’re Better Than Your Job Search Marc Cenedella 2010

Two drinks is the maximum, says Dingee, who as a former recruiter once received a job-search expense report in which a candidate ordered in excess of 10 drinks at one sitting.

You’re Better Than Your Job Search Marc Cenedella 2010

“You need to chase all dogs or cats or whomever may be in your environment out,” Dingee says.

You’re Better Than Your Job Search Marc Cenedella 2010

“But if you are picking the restaurant ... pick something that is middle of the road,” suggests Dingee.

You’re Better Than Your Job Search Marc Cenedella 2010

Eliminate distractions: “If you have a dog, you need to find a place for that dog to be for the half-hour or 45 minutes that you are doing the phone interview,” Dingee says.

You’re Better Than Your Job Search Marc Cenedella 2010