1. B EFORE T HE I NTERVIEW : W HAT STEPS TO TAKE Stephanie Wozniak 10/28/2012

2. Pretest 1.Three important tasks before an interview are: a.Know what hours I can and cannot work b.Get working papers c.Arrange transportation for the job (if it is offered to you.) d.All of the above.

3. Pretest 2. Things you should bring with you to the interview: a. Resume b. Job Application c. Working Papers d. All of the above

4. Pretest 3. The correct answer to “what are your weaknesses,” is: a. I don’t have any weaknesses. b. One difficulty I had was “…” I have improved in this area by, “…” c. A list of what is difficult for you.

5. You were called for an interview, Congratulations! What happens next?

6. How to Prepare yourself 1.Develop a list of potential interview questions and answers and PRACTICE. 2.Pre-plan your outfit for the day. 3.Get directions and plan transportation.

7. How to Prepare yourself 4. Be knowledgeable about the company your are interviewing with. DO RESEARCH. 5. Put together a portfolio of: a.Your resume b.Recommendations c.A writing sample d.Job Application

8. Some common interview questions: 1.What are your strengths/skills? 2.Describe yourself. 3.What are your weaknesses or biggest area for improvement?

9. Some common interview questions: 4. Describe your previous work experience. 5. What do you know about our company? 6. Why did you apply for this position?

10. How would you answer these questions?

11. Some interview tips: (Open hyperlink)

12. Post-Test 1.Three important tasks before an interview are: a.Know what hours I can and cannot work b.Get working papers c.Arrange transportation for the job (if it is offered to you.) d.All of the above.

13. Post-Test 1.Three important tasks before an interview are: a.Know what hours I can and cannot work b.Get working papers c.Arrange transportation for the job (if it is offered to you.) d.All of the above.

14. Post-Test 2. Things you should bring with you to the interview: a. Resume b. Job Application c. Working Papers d. All of the above

15. Post-Test 2. Things you should bring with you to the interview: a. Resume b. Job Application c. Working Papers d. All of the above

16. Post-Test 3. The correct answer to “what are your weaknesses,” is: a. I don’t have any weaknesses. b. One difficulty I had was “…” I have improved in this area by, “…” c. A list of what is difficult for you.

17. Post-Test 3. The correct answer to “what are your weaknesses,” is: a. I don’t have any weaknesses. b. One difficulty I had was “…” I have improved in this area by, “…” c. A list of what is difficult for you.