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Helpful tips to help prepare for the interview, from apparel to responding to difficult questions…
THE SUCCESSFULJOB INTERVIEW
▸ Dealing With Interview Anxiety▸ Purpose Of The Job Interview▸ Several Types Of Interviews▸ How To Prepare▸ Questions To Ask Before The
Interview▸ Interview Do’s & Don’ts▸ Things To Remember During The
Interview▸ Possible Interview Questions▸ Questions To Ask▸ What To Do After The Interview▸ How To Dress For Success
Interviewing for a job is often filled with anxiety and fear but it doesn’t have to be that way.
There are things we can do to prepare ourselves and become more self-confident and relaxed.
Being prepared is the best way to reduce anxiety and help ensure a successful job interview.
Dealing with Interview Anxiety
▸ Your opportunity to shine▸ Your abilities, talents, interests, personality,
work experience, education, and motivation
▸ Informs you about the employer▸ Employer needs, history, work environment,
business activities, and future plans
▸ Requires skill and PREPARATION…
NOT LUCK
Purpose of the Interview
▸ Gather work samples, copies of resume, references and place in a nice case or folder
▸ Remember to bring a pen▸ Rehearse your answers▸ Write down your questions about
the job or organization▸ Review your work history▸ Practice your answers to
common interview questions▸ Be prepared for surprises
Preparing for the Interview
Ask Some Questions
How many people will be interviewing me?Will I be the only one interviewed during this time?
What kind of questions will be asked?How can I best prepare for the interview?What are the names of my interviewers?
Research The Company
Before the Interview
Do not chew gum
Do not distract the interviewer
Do not bring family or friends to the interview
Do not use slang
Do not ramble
Do formulate your answers before beginning to speak
Avoid “um…well…”
InterviewDo’s and Don’ts
▸ Firmly shake hands with those you meet
▸ Greet all involved in theinterview process and tryto remember names
▸ Be friendly to everyone (secretaries, other employees, etc.)
▸ Follow the interviewer ’s lead (direction, selecting a seat, drink, etc.)
Beginning the Interview
▸ Sit on the front third of the seat
▸ Men: legs uncrossed, but closed
▸ Women: legs or feet crossed if wearing a skirt, may be uncrossed, but closed
▸ Hands folded in front
▸ Sit up straight with head, neck, and chest aligned with hips
▸ Be careful of bad habits
▸ Tapping your fingers▸ Biting your nails▸ Playing with your hair▸ Clicking your pen, etc.
Posture During the Interview
▸ Nervousness is normal ▸ Take a deep breath and try
to R E L A X▸ Don’t let nervousness
interfere with your answers or conversation
Remind yourself that this isjust part of the processto see if you are a good fitfor the position
Remember…
▸
▸ Be on time
▸ Be friendly
▸ Show your enthusiasm
▸ Be positive and honest
▸ Maintain eye contact
▸ Express yourself
▸ Don’t criticize previous employers
▸ Be aware of body language
▸ Be a good listener
▸ Emphasize your strengths
▸ Be yourself
▸ Avoid personal issues
▸ Be confident
▸ Discuss ways you can contribute
During the Interview
▸ What are your career goals, both short-term and long-term?
▸ Why do you want this job?▸ What are you doing to achieve
your goals?▸ How would you describe yourself?▸ Why did you choose this career?▸ Why should I hire you?▸ What are your strengths
and weaknesses?
Possible Interview Questions
▸ The Equal Employment Opportunity Act outlaws questions about age, national origin, marital status, sexuality, and religion
▸ Be prepared for the possibility▸ If it happens, … don’t over react.▸ If you are uncomfortable, kindly respond
that you would rather not answer the question
Possible Interview Questions
▸ Test your ability to operate under pressure▸ Demonstrate your problem-solving skills▸ Opportunity for you to think quickly,
question and communicate▸ Usually no right or wrong answers
The Purpose of Off-the-Wall Questions
▸ What would my responsibilities and duties be?
▸ How would my performance be evaluated?
▸ How would I be supervised?▸ What opportunities for
advancement exist?▸ Is there a training program?▸ How much travel is required?▸ Who would I be working with?
Questions You May Want to Ask
ASK when you can expect a decision and if you should call
Express thanks for their time
FOLLOW UP the interview with a thank-you note or letter
ANALYZE your performance in the interview (for later interviews)
DO NOT GET DISCOURAGED!Learn from the process and be patient
When the Interview is Finished
▸ Think conservative, traditional, neat, modest, clean
▸ Do not go for “shock value”▸ Dress to fit in▸ One level above the work
environment▸ Dark or neutral colors▸ Little or no scents (cologne,
perfume, etc.)
Dressing for Success
Clothes with printed logos
Formal wear
T-shirts, tank tops,
sweats, shorts
Flip-flops
Hats indoors
Clothes that are sexually revealing
Worn-out or torn garments
Strong scents or excessive jewelry
Do NOT Wear
▸ Hair should be neat and clean▸ Shoes should be in good condition▸ Clean fingernails▸ Clothes should fit properly▸ Use appropriate deodorant▸ Everything clean and well-pressed
For Everyone
Be Prepared!
The Key to a SuccessfulJob Interview?