1. 6/27/20161 Interviewing Chapter 7

2. 7.1 Section Objectives Identify methods of preparing for interviews, including researching and rehearsing Recognize how to dress for success

3. 6/27/20163 Interview (7.1) Formal meeting between an employer & a job applicant to discuss possible employment Employer’s chance to meet you as a person, not just a name on the resume. This is where your research & rehearsal can pay off

4. 6/27/20164 Know Before You Go Your attention to small details overlooked by other candidates may prove to be the deciding factor Interviews are conducted by a manager or HR employee Be able to ask intelligent questions about company & what’s going on in industry

5. 6/27/20165 Ways to research a company Library Financial magazines or newspapers Research competitors Obtain the company’s annual report from the public relations department Check out the company’s website Talk to company employees

6. 6/27/20166 Why does this work? Showcase ideas Shows that you’re genuinely interested in company Can protect you  Company may be in financial trouble or treat employees poorly…Don’t work for them.

7. 6/27/20167 Rehearsal Time Practicing will improve your performance  Telephone skills  Interview with a friend  Use a mirror  Use a tape recorder  Prepare answers to typical questions

8. 6/27/20168 Dress for Success It’s the first thing an employer sees Dress a little better than you would on the job Visit the workplace in advance to see what other workers are wearing When in doubt, think conservative. Avoid flashy clothing

9. 6/27/20169 From Door to Door Arrive at the interview alone & on time Consider making a trial run the day before Arrive a few minutes early to fill out any paperwork Bring the following: pen, notepad, and two copies of your resume (even if you’ve already sent one) Bring Social Security Number, phone numbers and addresses of references

10. 6/27/201610 During an Interview (7.2) At the top of the list:  Attitude  Body language  Speaking for success

11. 6/27/201611 Typical Questions What goals have you set for yourself? What are your greatest strengths & weaknesses? Why did you apply to our company? Why would you be right for this job? Where do you see yourself in five years?

12. 6/27/201612 Tough Questions Interviewers might want to see how you respond to tough questions Want to see when you’re rattled How you might think under pressure

13. 6/27/201613 Sample questions What qualities do you have that offset your lack of experience? Are you going to move to a better job as soon as you gain experience here? Let’s pretend you made a major mistake on the job. What would you do to fix it? Other questions on page 140.

14. 6/27/201614 Standing in the spotlight You may be asked to play a role in a situation and be evaluated on the skills you display. Problem solving questions – using thinking skills to suggest a solution

15. 6/27/201615 Can They Ask You That? They do not have the right to ask about certain matters:  If you have children or use day care  Age  Disabilities  Citizenship  Lawsuits  Marital status

16. 6/27/201616 Stress Factor Mental or physical tension that is the body’s natural response to conflict Tell yourself you’re doing well. You probably are. Keep the experience in perspective. The worst thing that can happen is that you don’t get the job If the interviewer doesn’t think you’re right for the company, they may not be right for you either.

17. 6/27/201617 Wrapping it up May be offered the job on the spot Thank the interviewer Ask when they plan to make a decision

18. After an Interview: Following Up (7.3) Interview process doesn’t end when you walk out the door Tying up the Loose Ends  Jot down some notes  Send a follow-up letter soon  Don’t forget to call back 6/27/201618

19. Accepting or Rejecting Accepting  Don’t have to accept right away Ask for a day to think about it  List pros & cons of job before calling back Rejecting  Don’t say no at the interview Take a day to think about it Talk about it with other people If salary is too low, you may be able to negotiate If you still say no, give reasons why and keep options open 6/27/201619

20. Handling Rejection If you get turned down, consider it a learning experience  Ask why you were not hired Do you need more training? How did you come across in the interview?  This feedback will help you in future interviews 6/27/201620