JOB INTERVIEW Naviance Family Connection UNIT 1 LESSON 5 1 1

Students will be able to successfully participate in a mock interview. Learning Outcome UNIT 1 LESSON 5 2

Lesson Tasks Discuss the fundamentals of interviewing Answer common interview questions Prepare for mock interview Discuss mock interview process and expectations UNIT 1 LESSON 5 3

Your application and resume are the “opening act” for the interview You will want to look good, act professionally and say the right things to make a good impression Only the top applicants will be selected Preparing for the Interview UNIT 1 LESSON 5 4

Tips Top tips for interview prep: Research the company before the interview Research the company before the interview Practice interviewing before you go Practice interviewing before you go Make sure you know how to get to the interview site Make sure you know how to get to the interview site Take two copies of your resume Take two copies of your resume Go to bed early the night before Go to bed early the night before Dress conservatively Dress conservatively Make sure you shower & look your best Make sure you shower & look your best UNIT 1 LESSON 5 5

Things to Avoid Some typical nervous habits that you will want to avoid include: Rubbing your nose Rubbing your nose Twirling your hair Twirling your hair Blinking often Blinking often Biting your nails Biting your nails Twisting your hands Twisting your hands Fidgeting Fidgeting Playing with jewelry Playing with jewelry Shaking your foot Shaking your foot Scratching your head Scratching your head UNIT 1 LESSON 5 6

Top tips for getting an interview off to a good start: Arrive 15 minutes early Arrive 15 minutes early Shake interviewer’s hand firmly Shake interviewer’s hand firmly Greet the interviewer by last name Greet the interviewer by last name Smile & greet other people Smile & greet other people Stand until you are invited to sit Stand until you are invited to sit Look the interviewer in the eye Look the interviewer in the eye Show enthusiasm & energy Show enthusiasm & energy Use words appropriate to your audience Use words appropriate to your audience Use your best posture Use your best posture Ask about the job Ask about the job Be prepared to talk about yourself Be prepared to talk about yourself Getting Off to a Good Start UNIT 1 LESSON 5 7

You never know who will walk by or observe you while you are waiting You will be more noticeable because you are a visitor These occurrences provide you an with an excellent opportunity to make a good impression Things to remember: Stand tall and walk at the same pace as the interviewer Stand tall and walk at the same pace as the interviewer No gum the entire time while you are at the interview site No gum the entire time while you are at the interview site Smile or give a friendly nod to each person who makes eye contact with you Smile or give a friendly nod to each person who makes eye contact with you Shake hands with any individuals you are introduced to you by the interviewer Shake hands with any individuals you are introduced to you by the interviewer Take the lead from the interviewer regarding whether to stay quiet or talk Take the lead from the interviewer regarding whether to stay quiet or talk Getting off to a Good Start UNIT 1 LESSON 5 8

To perform well at your interview you need to anticipate questions the interviewer will ask Be prepared for all different types of questions This will leave a good impression and increase your chances of being hired Questions UNIT 1 LESSON 5 9

When asked the question of your strengths & weaknesses, it is often difficult to think of an answer This question allows you to point out your good points without exaggerating & state your weakness in a positive way Example of stating a strength: “I am very organized & pay close attention to details.” Example of stating a weakness: “Sometimes I get so caught up in my work that I forget what time it is. My supervisor has to make me go have my lunch break.” Responding Positively UNIT 1 LESSON 5 10

An important part of doing well in an interview is to be prepared to ask questions yourself Asking good questions leaves a good impression and shows you are interested in the job Questions to Ask the Interviewer UNIT 1 LESSON 5 11

Possible questions to ask the interviewer: What are the job duties? What are the job duties? What are the greatest challenges in the job? What are the greatest challenges in the job? What are you looking for in the person you hire for this job? What are you looking for in the person you hire for this job? What is a typical day on the job like? What is a typical day on the job like? What is the work schedule? What is the work schedule? What opportunities exist for further training? What opportunities exist for further training? What are the opportunities for advancement? What are the opportunities for advancement? Questions to Ask the Interviewer UNIT 1 LESSON 5 12

Ask about the Job When you are in an interview, it can be difficult to remember what type of question to ask the interviewer… Think of a few questions ahead of time and practice: “Will you describe the duties & responsibilities of the job?” “Will you describe the duties & responsibilities of the job?” “What do you consider to be the top priorities of the person in this job?” “What do you consider to be the top priorities of the person in this job?” “What personal characteristics or skills & abilities do you believe are the most important in this job?” “What personal characteristics or skills & abilities do you believe are the most important in this job?” UNIT 1 LESSON 5 13

During an interview the employer is looking for certain traits or characteristics in you They then rate each person to see if they are the best fit for the position Being aware of these traits will help you prepare & present yourself well in an interview Character Traits UNIT 1 LESSON 5 14

Top 10 Traits Top 10 traits considered by employers: Attitude Attitude Ability to do the work Ability to do the work Motivation & taking initiative Motivation & taking initiative Ability to grow in the job Ability to grow in the job Self-confidence Self-confidence Leadership skills Leadership skills Social skills Social skills Team skills Team skills Compatibility Compatibility Communication skills Communication skills UNIT 1 LESSON 5 15

Take a Look at a Watch the following video and be ready to discuss what worked and what did not work in the two interviews: The video shows two interviews: one bad and one good. Describe what traits make one interview bad and the other good? What advice do you have for each of the interviewees? UNIT 1 LESSON 5 16

Interview Questions Now prepare to answers interview questions by responding to the Common Interview Questions UNIT 1 LESSON 5 17

Review What are some top tips for interviewing? To perform well at your interview, you need to do what? What are some of the top traits considered by employers? UNIT 1 LESSON 5 18

Review What are some top tips for interviewing? Research the company before the interview Practice interviewing before you go Make sure you know how to get to the interview site Take two copies of your resume Go to bed early the night before Dress conservatively Make sure you shower & look your best To perform well at your interview, you need to do what? Anticipate questions the interviewer will ask What are some of the top traits considered by employers? Attitude Ability to do the work Motivation & taking initiative Ability to grow in the job Self-confidence Leadership skills Social skills Team skills Compatibility Communication skills UNIT 1 LESSON 5 19

Complete the Lesson… Prepare questions on the Mock Interview Form Conduct the mock interview of four students Complete and submit the Mock Interview Form from your interview UNIT 1 LESSON 5 20