1. Interviewing etiquette: …….At the interview

2. The 5 senses to a successful interview!
Facilitators Notes:
Click on the link in the right hand corner to see the list for dressing for success in an interview. Print and include in participants packages.
Discussion:
Ask the participants what they think would be the 5 senses to a successful interview.
Activity:
Break participants into small groups and have them make a poster or list describing what they feel are the 5 senses to a successful interview. Have the participants present to the group.

3. "Smile and the world will smile back"
SIGHT
"Smile and the world will smile back"
Facilitator Notes:
Click on the right hand corner to link to YouTube for the tide commercial.
Discussion:
What was the interviewer doing?
Was the interviewer listening to the interviewee?
What was the purpose of this video?
Link to YouTube for the tide commercial

4. Who Would You Hire?

5. Dress smartly Makeup should be modestly applied
Dress appropriately for the
interview
Have your clothes pressed
No open toe shoes
Never chew gum during an interview
Nails should be modest in length and natural in color
Minimal jewelry such as a watch, ring, plain necklace, or pin. Avoid noisy jewelry and large and Long earrings

6. Dress smartly
Hair should be styled conservatively, and long hair should be brushed back from the face
Undergarments should never be seen through or below outer clothing
Clothes worn to parties,
weddings is not appropriate
for an interview
Tattoos on the arms should be
covered with long sleeves
No sleeveless shirts
Clothes should be comfortable
avoid too tight or too short

7. Body Language Smile Make frequent eye contact Take notes
Do’s
Smile
Make frequent eye contact
Take notes
Nod frequently
Keep you hands out of your pocket
Don’ts
Slouch
Cross you arms
Tap your feet
Clear your throat repeatedly
Bite your lips or nails
Refer to the handout – Interview do’s and don’ts

8. HEARING
Active listening is most important-answers relevant and appropriate to the question
Speak with a professional tone
Follow greeting etiquettes
Remember and use names
Don’t be loud or too quiet
Don’t use slang, and do not swear
Use good grammar and good diction. Say “yes”, not “yeah.” Avoid saying umm, ahh, you know or like….
Facilitate notes:
Talk about the importance when speaking in an interview.
Activity:
Give examples of how and how not to speak in a interview. Scream, speak loudly, speak in a low voice, Speak clearly, fumble your works etc.

9. Meeting and Greeting Enter the room gracefully Smile
Greet and state your name
Wait to be asked to be seated
Don’t fold your arms or legs
Keep your hands still
Sit up straight in your chair,
Don’t lean back
Don’t look down look straight, Maintain eye contact
Don’t open your mouth until you’re ready to say something
Being able to introduce people and explain who they are makes everyone feel comfortable.
Always state your name – A person who states their name clearly right up front is saying to the world,
I am _________ and I am proud, confident and honest.
The ability to confidently introduce yourself or others demonstrates that you are at ease and in control.

10. Tricks for remembering names
Repeat the person’s name a few times to yourself after you’re introduced
Use the person’s name immediately in the conversation after an introduction
Immediately introduce that new person to someone else you know
Jot down the person’s name
People like it when you remember their names. Practice this skill.
If you forget someone’s name, it is OK to ask them to repeat it. Say, “I'm sorry, I have forgotten your name.”
It happens to everyone.

11. SMELL Hygiene is important, Shower before your interview
Brush your teeth and don’t smoke before interview
Wear mild perfume, which cannot be noticed from more than 3 feet away
If you have bad breath or an armpit odor, use mint and deodorant
Facilitator Notes:
Discuss the importance of hygiene and how it can make a big difference when it comes to your presentation in a interview.
Ask participants what they do to prepare for an interview when it comes to hygiene
Do you bath, brush your teeth, shave etc.

12. TOUCH Greet the Interviewer with a firm hand shake
It is not appropriate to touch or hug your interviewer
If you have sweaty hands, wipe them before shaking hands
Facilitators notes:
Click on the link in the right hand corner and read over the types of handshakes.
Discussion:
Ask participants if they have ever experienced these types of handshakes and ask how was the experience.
Activity:
test the participants handshakes and have them guess what type it is.

13. The Proper Handshake Firm, but not bone-crushing Lasts about 3 seconds
May be "pumped" once or twice from the elbow
Includes good eye contact with the other person
Hold your drink in your left hand to avoid a cold, wet handshake
Always remember to stand so that you are at eye level. Women as well.
Good eye contact is a sign of honesty and confidence.
Smile, who wants to talk to unhappy people?
Don’t forget to wear name badges on the right shoulder.
If wearing a name badge, wear it on your right shoulder.

14. Never leave a bad taste in your potential employers mouth!
Facilitators notes:
Review the 5 senses and stress the importance of each step.
Activity:
Read out parts of the 5 senses and have participants match them to the correct sense.
Example: Brush your teeth = Smell