Building Your Confidence Interview Ready

Self-Check Check all that apply: I know what kind of job I want. I believe I can be successful. I know I can get a good job. I know my strengths and weaknesses. I am active and I exercise often. I make new friends easily. I am excited about my future. How many statements did you check? ____ After the lesson, does your score improve?

A Positive Attitude is Key for Success Feel Good about yourself and your job search – people notice your confidence. Show a positive attitude – people will want to help you succeed. Control your attitude – Circumstances do not determine your attitude – It’s how you deal with the circumstance that determines your attitude. Focus on the positive – Do you see the cup half full or half empty? Most people like to be around positive people – employers want positive employees.

Positive Things in My Life Today You may have some negative things happening in your life today. We all do! Let’s focus on our positives. Think about it! 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. One Small Positive Thought in the Morning can change your entire day!

People know our thoughts and feelings more by what we do than what we say. Stay Positive and Let it Show!

Which Person Would You Hire? Bored Nervous Frustrated Angry Happy & Confident

Remind Yourself that you are Great! What A Houseplant Needs to Survive: Water Good Soil Sunlight Negative Thinking is like not watering the plant and keeping it in the dark. Surround yourself with things and people that help you feel positive.

5 Things to Tell Yourself Daily 1. Today will be my day! 2. I believe in myself! 3. I’m the best ME there is! 4. I know that I am a winner! 5. I can do it, I know I can!

“Next Steps” Begin Lesson with Oragami Folding Activity. (see attached) Give the students about 5 minutes to complete and then ask: 1. How did you feel while working on this activity? 2. Did you get angry, frustrated, or give up? 3. Did you become determined and kept trying? 4. Did you ask someone for help? The way you handle a circumstance or emotion is in your control! Continue with Building your confidence package and Powerpoint . (see attached package - 4 pages). End Lesson with Students Completing Self Esteem Check Up. (see attached) Give them a Self-Esteem Journal to do at home for a week. Ask them to re- evaluate themselves on the Check up after completing the journal for a week. (see attached) Conclude with open discussion on the importance of this lesson as it relates to interviewing skills.