The Interview Process Journal Response Imagine that you are an employer, list 5 questions you would ask a prospective employee and think about the response you would expect from each question.
The Interview Process Journal Response Imagine that you are an employer, describe the appearance and attitude of a person you would want to hire.
The Interview Process Journal Response Make a list of reasons why employers interview prospective employees. What could happen if an employer hired employees without interviewing them?
Interviewing Techniques
Interviewing is a mutual exchange of information. Your main objective is to communicate information about your skills and qualifications clearly and accurately. The interviewer’s main objective is to assess how closely your qualifications match the requirements of the position and company An interview can be formal or informal, long or short. An interview can even take place over the phone
Preparation for the Interview Successful interviews require preparation. Since interviewers are able to sense how prepared a candidate is, it is crucial that you commit sufficient time and energy to this process so you are able to articulate your best qualifications
Before the Interview Thoroughly research the organization and position Internet (Company Website) Networking Make a List of Questions to Ask Materials to Take with You Copies of your résumé Pen Personal fact sheet for filling out an application
Before the Interview Decide What to Wear An outfit that does not distract from what you have to say Be Prepared for Questions Practice for the Interview Mock Interview Interview yourself in front of the mirror Know Where to Go for the Interview
During the Interview Arrive on Time and Prepared Have a Good Attitude Be Positive Speak for Success Stay calm and focused Ask your own questions
During the Interview Think on Your Feet Expect the unexpected Know your rights Expect stress Make a Graceful Exit
After the Interview Follow Up After the Interview Evaluate your performance Send a Thank-You Note Follow up letter—A brief letter written in business form to thank the interviewer for his/her time. This letter reminds the interviewer of your interest in the job and a brief comment on how your qualifications match the job requirements. Deal with Acceptance or Rejection
Preparing for the Interview Reading Questions Reading Check Question (pg. 155,156) As You Read Question (pg. 157) Creative Business Practices (critical thinking question) Reading Check Question (pg. 158) After You Read Questions 1-4 (pg. 161)
Succeeding in the Interview Reading Questions As You Read Question (pg. 163) Reading Check Question (pg. 163,164,167) Real-World Connection (pg. 164 critical thinking question) As You Read Question (pg. 166) After You Read Questions ( pg )
Interview Practice Choose 10 questions from your “Common Interview Questions” sheet. Develop answers with examples for each question you choose.
Job Interview Practice Prepare a list of 10 questions. You will ask these questions when you play the role of the employer. The job you are interviewing for is the Ikea sales position.
Interview Practice In your group one person starts as the interviewer and one as the job seeker.