1. Techniques To Get You That JOB
INTERVIEWING
Techniques To Get You That
JOB
Very important, Will be interviewing with business professionals on Friday and they will be evaluating you!
This is to help you be prepared and know what to expect.

2. WHAT IS AN INTERVIEW? An interview is your chance to…
sell yourself and
decide if the job meets your work needs and interests.
An interview is an employer’s chance to see if you are a “good match” for the position.
Tell employer how great you are!!
It is OK to be picky, ask your self do you really want to work at this company
Employers want to see if you would work well with their staff and in their office.

3. INTERVIEW PREPARATION
Be Prepared!
Be knowledgeable about company, it takes about 5 minutes. Use the Internet!!
Always ask them questions, it makes you look interested and knowledgeable.
Even if they have a copy, bring an extra copy.
Pen/Pencils
Research the company.
Have a few questions ready.
Bring a copy of your resume and references.

4. FIRST IMPRESSIONS Make it great! Dress appropriately.
Clean & neat appearance.
Firm handshake.
Positive facial expressions.
Proper body language.
Use clear voice tone.
Make eye contact.
How to make it great?
Nice clothes, Boys: nice ironed pants—ironed shirt,tie. Girls: Dresses, pants, skirts not to short.
Be clean
Firm Grip
Smile
Sit up straight-Sit forward, signs of good listening
Not to monotone, person can hear you.
Look at the person directly

5. BODY LANGUAGE Smiling Head nodding Direct eye contact Walk briskly
Sit & stand tall
Firm handshake
Implies that you are listening well and that you really care about what the person is saying.

6. WHAT YOU SOUND LIKE Rate of speech Loudness Pitch Articulation
Actions can be louder than words
Walk through how to speech.
Remember to speak clearly and slowly.

7. USE OF POWERFUL LANGUAGE
Be direct & assertive
Be conversational
Be brief & to the point
Prevent interruptions
Take turns talking
Sound like you know what you are talking about!
Conversational interviews are always the best!!
Not just Q & A, more interactive—

8. THE INTERVIEW
How it all Works!

9. INITIAL SCREENING Determines Eligibility Determines Real Interest
Resume And Cover Letter Assist In Obtaining a Screening Interview
Conducted by Personnel Interviewer who Usually Talks with Many Applicants
Similar to the interview process on Friday!
Want to know if you have all the qualifications.
Want to stick out in a crowd so they pick you!! You are willing to learn.
Job vs. Career
Resume and Cover could make or break you
Could be done over the phone or in person!

10. CANDIDATE INTERVIEWS Determine Specific Capabilities
Assess Ability & Fit
Interviewed by Person of Authority
Usually More than One Round
Actual interview
Can you do the job that is being asked of you.
Are you a good match for the company will you work with the other employees well. Are you willing to work.
HR manager/Manager
Interviewing process—Not come in and you are hired.

11. THE OPENING Establishes Rapport Opens Communications Sets Tone
Walk through slide!
Establishes Rapport
Opens Communications
Sets Tone

12. INFORMATION EXCHANGE Direct Questioning Open-Ended Questions
Emphasize Your Strong Points
Shares Company Information
Opportunity to Ask Your Questions
Talking through the interview
What are your strengths/weaknesses? Asking you questions.
Answers will very likely be open ended, not just Yes or No! They want you to talk. Remember to be brief and to the point.
Always remind them how great you are!!
They will tell you how great they are!!
ASK questions, look intelligent.

13. SUMMING UP Explains Next Step OR Ask
Ask If Interviewer Has Everything Needed to Make a Decision
Be Positive About Interest in Job
End of interview.
Will tell you how the process works, if not ask.
Double check to make sure that the interviewer has everything.
Remain Positive

14. FOLLOW UP WITH THANK YOU LETTER
Thank Them For Their Time
Extend Courtesy
Show Continued Interest
Remind Them of Special Qualifications
Provide Information They Requested
Quick shot of a Thank you letter
Real life, ask a teacher for help.
Plenty of books.
Time and Courtesy—look forward to…
Remind them of something.