INTERVIEW SKILLS 9-12 GRADES

PLAN FOR TODAY! WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO BE PREPARED FOR A JOB INTERVIEW? WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO DISPLAY GOOD BODY LANGUAGE DURING AN INTERVIEW? WHAT ARE SOME QUESTIONS THAT I WILL BE ASKED DURING AN INTERVEIW? WHAT ARE SOME QUESTIONS THAT I SHOULD ASK DURING AN INTERVIEW?

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SO WHAT’S THE POINT? Discussion: WHY IS IT IMPORTANT FOR YOU TO BE PREPARED FOR A JOB INTERVIEW??? Ease Anxieties/Nerves Shows that you care and really want the job You will stand out in a positive way amongst all other candidates Helps build confidence #1 – GET THE JOB!!

BODY LANGUAGE DISCUSSION: VIDEO #1…..GOOD OR BAD?? WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO DISPLAY GOOD BODY LANGUAGE DURING AN INTERVIEW???

BODY LANGUAGE WHAT DO YOU THINK ARE SOME GOOD EXAMPLES OF POSTIVE BODY LANGUAGE DURING AN INTERVIEW ???

BODY LANGUAGE DO’S Sit up straight, and lean slightly forward in your chair. Show your enthusiasm by keeping an interested expression. Establish a comfortable amount of personal space between you and the interviewer. Limit your application of colognes and perfumes. If you have more than one person interviewing you at once, make sure you briefly address both people with your gaze Interruptions can happen. If they do, refrain from staring at your interviewer while they address their immediate business and motion your willingness to leave if they need privacy. BE HONEST! Say Goodbye Gracefully

BODY LANGUAGE DISCUSSION: WHAT ARE SOME THINGS THAN YOU THINK ARE NOT GOOD EXAMPLES OF BODY LANGUAGE DURING AN INTERVIEW???

BODY LANGUAGE DON’TS DON’T: Rub the back of your head or neck. Rub or touch your nose. Sit with your armed folded across your chest. Cross your legs and idly shake one over the other. Lean your body towards the door. Slouch back in your seat Stare back blankly. Don’t Use Foul Language

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VIDEO #2 CON’T DISCUSSION: WHAT WAS GOOD ABOUT THAT INTERVIEW?? WHAT WAS NOT SO GOOD ABOUT THAT INTERVIEW?? - Did he redeem himself?

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS DISCUSSION: ACTIVITY#1 BRAINSTORM WITH YOUR PARTNER…… What kinds of questions will be asked during an interview??

Potential Interview Questions Tell me about yourself. Why are you interested in this position? Why should I hire you? When are you available to work? Do you have a lot of conflicts? Do you have any questions for me? (at end) How do you think a friend would describe you? How do you determine success? Describe your most rewarding experience in your life so far. Do you think your grades are a good indication of your academic achievement? How do you work under pressure? Describe a situation in which you worked as part of a team. What role did you take on? What went well and what didn’t? What is your greatest strength and weakness? How do you think a teacher/staff member would describe you? Describe a situation in which you had to work with a difficult person. What goals do you have for yourself and how do you plan on reaching them?

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS ACTIVITY #2 BRAINSTORM WITH YOUR PARTNER WHAT QUESTIONS YOU THINK YOU SHOULD ASK THE PERSON WHO IS INTERVIEWING YOU??

QUESTIONS TO ASK What does a typical day look like? What are the skills and experiences you’re looking for in an ideal candidate? What attributes does someone need to have in order to be really successful in this position? What types of skills is the team missing that you’re looking to fill with a new hire? What are the biggest challenges that someone in this position would face? Is this a new role that has been created? How will I be trained? Are there opportunities for advancement or professional development? Have successful employees previously in this position progressed to? What are the performance expectations of this position over the first 12 months? What is the performance review process like here? How often would I be formally reviewed?

Questions to Ask Con’T What’s your favorite part about working here? Can you tell me about the team I’ll be working with? Who will I work with most closely? Who will I report to directly? Which other departments work most closely with this one? How would you describe the work environment here—is the work typically collaborative or more independent? Is there anything that concerns you about my background being a fit for this role? What are the next steps in the interview process? Is there anything else I can provide you with that would be helpful?

WRAP IT UP! BODY LANGUAGE SUMMARY INTERVIEW QUESTIONS SUMMARY CHECK IN/Exit Ticket QUESTIONS/COMMENTS/CONCERNS!?!?