Tips for a positive interviewing experience!

5. Preparing for the interview

 Read the ______, ______, and _______ required for the job.  Assess what you have to offer the __________.  Become familiar with the __________. Why? So you can demonstrate how you will be an effective employee.  Be _________! Know your qualifications and limitations. Wanting a job does not necessarily mean you’re qualified for it.

 Meet the ________  See the _________  _______yourself  Learn about _______

 Enter the room _______ hands Don’t sit until told to do so Give copies of your resume  General opening question: Tell me a little about yourself

 Dress __________ for the industry. When in doubt – ASK  Personal grooming and cleanliness should be _________.  Keep cologne or perfume to a minimum.  Arrive ______ minutes early. Know the exact time and location of your interview. Know how long it takes to get there.

 Treat other people you encounter with courtesy and respect. ___________ are VERY important.  Offer a ________ handshake.  Make _______ ________.  Have a friendly ______ when you are greeted by the interviewer.  Listen to be sure you understand your interviewer’s name and the correct pronunciation. Address your interviewer by ____ or ____ and the last name.

 Sit ________ in your seat; avoid fidgeting and slouching.  Respond to questions with specific _______ whenever possible.  Use good grammar and good diction. Say “yes”, not “yeah.” Don’t fill pauses with “um,” uh” or “ah.” Don’t punctuate sentences with “you know”, “like”, “see” or “okay.”

 __________step above what you would be required to wear to work.  Women Suit (skirt or pants) – dark colors ______makeup Minimum _____: nothing too large or noisy Shoes: no _____ or sandals  Men Suit (jacket, tie, slacks) - dark colors Jewelry: nothing large or noisy Shoes: dress

 Don’t give the impression you are only interested in ______.  Don’t act as though you would take any job or are ________ for employment.  Don’t chew ______ or smell like smoke.  Don’t take cell phone calls during an interview. If you carry a cell phone, __________ during the interview.

Things not to do on an interview:  Watch the video and come up with a list of things not to do:  E E  AE0&list=RD02Z2OJX68BuvI

 Your points must be _______, ____________, AND ________.  The interviewer needs to determine if you do the job, if fit in.

 Tell me a little about yourself? (opening)  In what way do you believe you can attribute to the organization?  How would your teachers describe you?  What are your strengths and weaknesses?  Why should I hire you? (ending)

 Illegal Interview Questions: What is your race? Are you married? How old are you (underage = exception) What is your religion? Financial questions (other than desired pay) Questions about disability  How to answer: “I don’t feel comfortable answering that”

 How do you deal with illegal interview questions? 

 Ask ___________.  Courteously thank the interviewer(s) for the opportunity.  Extend a handshake.  Follow up with a thank you note or e- mail of appreciation.