*Always stand up to shake hands* Introductions Always walk confidently towards the interviewer Extend your hand and introduce yourself Repeat their name if possible! Stop shaking hands when you are done with the introduction and have a seat *Always stand up to shake hands*

What do you wear to interview?

Dress For Success! What NOT to Wear: Sweatpants Messy Hair What TO Wear: Dress Pants Nice Shirt or Polo Dress Shoes Neutral Make-Up and Simple Accessories What NOT to Wear: Sweatpants Messy Hair Mismatched Clothes Distracting Makeup or Jewelry Hats This would be appropriate for your first “big girl or big boy” job interview - if you were to interview for a part time position, nicer pants and shirt would be appropriate. No need for a suit to interview for Fareway! But look professional and clean - don't make them question your outfit!

Answers to some of the hardest questions in an interview: What are your strengths? Why should I hire you? What are you good at? What will make you a good employee?

Part 2: Strengths in your skills and abilities

Brainstorm with your table partner: Why are you good at it? Brainstorm with your table partner: how do you get good at skills and abilities? What makes you better than other people at this? (individually) **What have you done to get better?**

Example I am good at __________________, (can be more than one) Because…… *use the strengths on the other side and job experiences*

Part 1: Strengths

Brainstorm with your table partner: how do you get good at something? Why are you good at it? Brainstorm with your table partner: how do you get good at something? What makes you better than other people at this? (individually) **What have you done to get better?**

Example I am good at Basketball, because I have a positive attitude, pay attention to detail, and have put in the time and effort by practicing several nights a week.