High Performance Interviewing Tom Darrow Talent Connections, LLC

Agenda ■ The Basics ■ Beyond the Basics ■ Q&A

Interview Skills - The Basics ■ Good night’s sleep ■ Arrival - 30/10 Rule ■ Attire ■ Posture ■ Eye Contact ■ Smile

Interview Skills - The Basics Advanced Preparation ■ Research the company ■ Research the position ■ Research the interview

Interview Skills - Beyond The Basics

Interview Skills - Beyond the Basics ■ Goal is to get an offer ■ Confidence and enthusiasm ■ Develop a rapport with interviewer ■ Speak slower and concisely ■ Listen ■ Body language

Questions From the Interviewer Four Categories of Questions ■ Why do you want to work here? ■ What can you do for us? ■ What kind of person are you? ■ What will it cost us to hire you?

Other Questions ■ Behavioral/Situational questions ■ Illegal questions ■ Salary questions ■ Weakness/development need questions ■ Job transition questions

Asking Questions ■ No Questions? ■ Refer to Written Questions ■ Ask about the company ■ Ask about the position ■ Ask about training

The Two Best Questions to Ask ■ “You seem happy here and obviously have been successful.” “What do you enjoy about the company?” ■ “Based upon my experience and accomplishments and our interview today, do you have any concerns that I wouldn’t be qualified for the position?”

Make a Good Last Impression ■ Wrap-Up ■ Ask for the Offer ■ Thank You ■ Refer Back to Common Interest/Small Talk ■ Give the Impression You’re Interested and You Feel it went Well ■ Smile!

After the Interview ■ Thank you note/ ■ Follow up ■ Learn! ■ Don’t let your expectations get too high ■ Don’t give up!!

The Five Secrets to Success ■ Prayer ■ Preparation ■ Communicate Trust ■ Be Content and Confident in Who You Are ■ Relax