Chapter 17 Employment Communication and Interviewing Krizan Business Communication ©2005
Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Chapter 17 How should you respond when potential employers ask “Tell us about yourself?” Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Chapter 17 You should Keep response relevant to education and career development Give reasons leading to your career choice Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Chapter 17 You should mention Accomplishments related to the position How your qualifications fit the position Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
How can you prepare for questions regarding salary? Chapter 17 How can you prepare for questions regarding salary? Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
Obtain salary-range information for similar jobs. Chapter 17 Obtain salary-range information for similar jobs. Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
How could you answer an illegal question asked during an interview? Chapter 17 How could you answer an illegal question asked during an interview? Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
Only you can decide if you should answer the question. Chapter 17 Only you can decide if you should answer the question. Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
Why would an interviewer ask illegal questions? Chapter 17 Why would an interviewer ask illegal questions? Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
These questions may be asked because interviewer Chapter 17 These questions may be asked because interviewer Does not realize question is inappropriate Wants to get your reaction Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
What documents should be placed in your portfolio? Chapter 17 What documents should be placed in your portfolio? Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
Your portfolio should contain Chapter 17 Your portfolio should contain Copies of resume Reference list Letters from references Application form Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Chapter 17 How can you project a positive, professional image during an interview? Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Chapter 17 You should Wear appropriate dress Be appropriately groomed Research the company Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Chapter 17 You should carry Portfolio Questions for interviewer Pen and small notebook Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
What is an appropriate way to accept an interview invitation? Chapter 17 What is an appropriate way to accept an interview invitation? Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
Acceptance of an interview should Chapter 17 Acceptance of an interview should Express appreciation Indicate availability Convey positive and optimistic attitude Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
What is the best way to follow-up an interview? Chapter 17 What is the best way to follow-up an interview? Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005
Your follow-up can be by thank-you letter or by telephone. Chapter 17 Your follow-up can be by thank-you letter or by telephone. Chapter 17 Krizan Business Communication ©2005 Krizan Business Communication ©2005