Pre-Interview Workshop Make it a Success!
Agenda for Interview Day Come dressed to you class Teacher takes attendance then walk to the Career Center Come in and sit-two per table, the rest in the back tables Before the we start the workshop: Introduce yourself, firm handshake 8 minute Interview - 5 minute evaluation Present your portfolio
Presentation-First Impressions Dressed Appropriately Have a good night sleep Be Clean Less is more Enter the room Confidently
Dressed Appropriately
IRON YOUR CLOTHES & POLISH YOUR SHOES Ladies Gentlemen Nothing too… Low Short Tight No loud colors or too trendy No Uggs, sandals or stilettos No… T-shirts Sneakers Sweatshirts Baggy pants IRON YOUR CLOTHES & POLISH YOUR SHOES
Be Clean Wash your hair Brush your teeth Cut your nails Brush your hair
Less is MORE! Perfume/Cologne Make-up Jewelry No Hickies!
Body Language Firm handshake Speak clearly—yes/yeah Don’t swing your legs, tap your feet or play with your hair Sit up straight and keep good posture Keep your hand in lap
Start strong, stay strong, end strong! Your Answers Answer in complete sentences Pay attention to your tone of voice Make eye contact but don’t stare Start strong, stay strong, end strong!
Your Portfolio Table of Context Cover Letter Resume Transcript Letter of Recommendation Community Service Awards/Certificates
Make sure you Thank your interviewer Smile Shake their hand After the Interview Make sure you Thank your interviewer Smile Shake their hand Send them a Thank Card