© 2008 Brigham Young University–Idaho Interviewing Skills Prepare yourself for a powerful job interview.

© 2008 Brigham Young University–Idaho Interviewing Skills Do you feel prepared for your next job interview?

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© 2008 Brigham Young University–Idaho Practice Activities 1.Create the content for your 30 second statements. 2. Practice creating power statements. Following the example outlined on the Academic Discovery webpage, practice writing the following:

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© 2008 Brigham Young University–Idaho Practice Activities Practice Questions 1.Tell me about a time when you worked effectively under pressure? 2.Tell me about a time when you handled a difficult situation/conflict with a co-worker/supervisor? 3.Tell me about a time when you were creative in solving a problem? 4.Tell me about a time when you missed an obvious solution to a problem? 5.Tell me about a time when you had to deal with an angry customer? 6.Tell me about a time when you delegated a project effectively? 7.Tell me about a time when you surmounted a major obstacle? 8.Tell me about a time when you demonstrated time management skills?

© 2008 Brigham Young University–Idaho How was the practice? Were you able to articulate your thoughts and feelings adequately? What can you do to better prepare yourself in the future? Interviewing Skills

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