2. Key to the Future Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Warm-Up Questions CPS Questions 1 – 2 Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS

3. Key to the Future  The Interview Process  Interview Do’s and Don’ts  Types of Interviews  Basic Interview Questions  How Employers Evaluate Interviewees Chapter 6, Lesson 3

4. Key to the Future Imagine you are an employer looking to fill an open position. Make a list of the qualities you would look for in a job applicant. Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

5. Key to the Future  You see a job and decide to apply  Submit your résumé then wait  Company reviews all résumés and selects most promising  The process typically takes a few weeks, but could be longer Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

6. Key to the Future  The company will call or email to setup an interview  Interview could be with the human resources department  Handles hiring, benefits, and other issues concerning employees  May ask you to come back for more interviews Chapter 6, Lesson 3

7. Key to the Future  Research the company and industry sector  Discover as much as you can about the interviewers  Know the job requirements well  Know how to get to the interview site  Try to find out the salary range  Bring along a copy of your résumé Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

8. Key to the Future  First impressions count  Look neat and clean  Dress conservatively  Watch out for the style of your clothing as well as for color  Be careful with the extras  Go easy on makeup and cologne Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

9. Key to the Future  Arrive early  Don’t take notes unless asked to  Remember the interviewer’s name  Shake hands firmly  Don’t smoke, chew gum, or drink anything during the interview Chapter 6, Lesson 3

10. Key to the Future  Wait for the interviewer to offer you a chair before you sit down  Answer all questions truthfully and appropriately  Keep positive  Be enthusiastic and confident  Be aware of your body language  Be clear about your career direction and goals Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

11. Key to the Future  Body language is the nonverbal message that you convey to a listener:  Facial Expressions  Body Gestures  Hand Gestures Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

12. Key to the Future  Ask your questions  Reiterate what makes you a strong candidate  Ask the interviewer when a decision will be made  Emphasize how much you would like the job  Thank the interviewer Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

13. Key to the Future  Within two days, send a follow-up letter  Mention any questions since the interview ended  Stress again that you want the job  Explain why you are qualified  Send separate notes to everyone who interviewed you Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

14. Key to the Future Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Learning Check Questions CPS Questions 3 – 4 Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS

15. Key to the Future  On the worksheet provided, identify the do’s and don’ts for interviewing.  Be prepared to share your answers with the class. Chapter 6, Lesson 3

16. Key to the Future  Group interview  Several people will ask you questions  May include a potential peer, or coworker at your level  Committee or Panel Interview  Several people will interview you alone at once Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

17. Key to the Future  Unstructured interview  Informal session  You will do most of the talking  Structured Interview  Standard set of questions  Can’t show your personality and communication skills Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

18. Key to the Future  Stress interview  Puts you under pressure  See how you behave in tense situations  Behavioral Interview  Provide examples in which you demonstrated particular behaviors  Popular interview type  Employers can predict future conduct Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

19. Key to the Future  Describe a time when you faced a problem that tested your coping skills  Give an example of a situation in which you had to make a quick decision  What is one of your important goals? How are you doing in meeting it  Describe the most creative work-related project you have completed  Give me an example of when you had to show good leadership Chapter 6, Lesson 3

20. Key to the Future  Videotaped interview  Face a camera instead of a person  Speak slowly and clearly and show enthusiasm  Telephone interview  Live video interview  Becoming popular  Allow you and the interviewer to interact visually  Lunch Interview  Don’t relax too much – this is still an interview Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

21. Key to the Future Learning Check Questions CPS Questions 5 – 6 Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS Chapter 6, Lesson 3

22. Key to the Future  Using the Internet, research sample questions asked in each type of interview.  Be prepared to share your results with the class. Chapter 6, Lesson 3

23. Key to the Future  Tell me about yourself?  What do you see yourself doing in five years?  What is your greatest weakness (or strength)?  Why should we hire you?  What salary do you expect?  Why do you want to work for us? Photo courtesy of Shutterstock Chapter 6, Lesson 3

24. Key to the Future  What would a typical workday be like if I had this position?  What is the expected career path in your organization for a person in this position?  Do you have a formal training program? Can you describe it?  How do you evaluate your employees? How often? How often?  From your experience, what would you say are this organization’s greatest strength? Photo courtesy of Shutterstock Chapter 6, Lesson 3

25. Key to the Future  What happened to the person who had this job before?  Will I have to work overtime?  How much job security do you offer?  When will I get my first raise?  What benefits does the company offer? Photo courtesy of Shutterstock Chapter 6, Lesson 3

26. Key to the Future Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Learning Check Questions CPS Questions 7 – 8 Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS

27. Key to the Future  With your partner, practice answering interview questions from the worksheet provided.  Be prepared to share your résumé with the class. Chapter 6, Lesson 3

28. Key to the Future  Each company evaluates applicants differently  They will evaluate three different areas:  Character  Commitment  Competence Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Graphic courtesy of Shutterstock

29. Key to the Future Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Learning Check Questions CPS Questions 9 – 10 Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS

30. Key to the Future  Using the handout, you will read an article on what employers look for in employees and complete the worksheet related to the article.  Be prepared to share your cover letter with the class. Chapter 6, Lesson 3

31. Key to the Future Chapter 6, Lesson 3  The Interview Process  Interview Do’s and Don’ts  Types of Interviews  Basic Interview Questions  How Employers Evaluate Interviewees

32. Key to the Future Chapter 6, Lesson 3 Review Questions CPS Questions 11 – 12 Note for teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS

33. Key to the Future  Working for the federal government and military careers Graphic courtesy of Shutterstock Chapter 6, Lesson 3