1. SECTIONS 4.1-4.2 Objectives: Prepare for interviews Prepare to take employment tests as part of the interview process T-4.1-1

2. Interview Stages 1. Introductory Stage 2. Employer Questions 3. Applicant Questions 4. Closing Stage T-4.1-2

3. SECTIONS 4.3-4.4 Objectives: Prepare a personal 30-second commercial Prepare for the interview T-4.3-1

4. Interview Tips Be prepared Be punctual Look good Watch your body language Carry a portfolio Be enthusiastic Say thank you Smile T-4.4-1

5. SECTION 4.5 Objectives: Learn how to dress appropriately for a job interview T-4.5-1

6. Remember! FIRST impressions are LASTING impressions. T-4.5-2

7. SECTIONS 4.6-4.7 Objectives: Sharpen listening skills Interpret body language T-4.6-1

8. Sharpen Listening Skills Control distractions Use nonverbal signals Paraphrase Focus on key words Ask clarifying questions Take notes T-4.6.2

9. The Way We Communicate T-4.7-1

10. SECTIONS 4.8-4.9 Objectives: Prepare to answer employer questions Prepare questions to ask of employers T-4.8-1

11. Your Answers Should: 1. Be brief 2. Use examples 3. Show thought 4. Make connections 5. Tell how you work T-4.8-2

12. Introductions Review position to be discussed Employer asks questions –Tell me about yourself –Any other questions? Closing Critique Switch roles and repeat T-4.9a 4.9 — Ask Questions Mock Interview Guide

13. SECTIONS 4.10-4.11 Objectives: Evaluate interviews Write thank you letters as a follow-up to an interview Analyze a rejection subsequent to an interview T-4.10-1

14. Why Didn’t You Get a Job? Sometimes the Company: Hires from within Hires a more experienced applicant Does not hire T-4.11-1

15. Sometimes You: Are over-qualified Have a conflicting work style T-4.11-2 Why Didn’t You Get a Job?

16. What Went Wrong? Personal Presentation: Appearance Handshake Tone of voice Speech/grammar T-4.11-3

17. Personal Presentation: Language Late or rushed Aggressive Lack of confidence, courtesy or enthusiasm T-4.11-4 What Went Wrong?

18. Personal Attributes and Values: Lack of goals Focus on short term Cynical or defensive attitude Lack of interest in company or position Unpleasant attitude T-4.11-5 What Went Wrong?

19. Interview Skills: Poor eye contact or body language Focus on money Evasive answers Negative responses Lack of preparation T-4.11-6 What Went Wrong?