1. Interviews

2. Job Interview for Pepsi This is an example of a well planned interview http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBGaBS34a1A

3. Expert Advice for Job Interviews

4. How to prepare for an interview Do a little homework before hand – Research the company and position – Search for… Locations Products and services Customers Competition History Philosophy Recent news

5. Prepare for the actual interview – Practice your answers to common questions – Rehearse your interview with a friend – Prepare your interview materials before you leave Copies of your resume List of references and contact info Sample work (if appropriate) – Dress professionally and comfortably

6. Bad Interview http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J34-t- QJ7cE http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J34-t- QJ7cE http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zP0sqRMz kwo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zP0sqRMz kwo

7. Make a Good First Impression Before interview – Be on Time – Be positive – Greet with a firm handshake and smile – Avoid negative comments about current or former employers – Relax…think of it as a conversation…not an interrogation

8. During the Interview Show self-confidence – Make eye contact and answer in a clear voice Remember to listen – Communication is “two-way” Reflect before answering a difficult question Ask questions you’ve prepared in advance – Time, clothing, etc…

9. Avoid Negative Body Language – Frequently touching your mouth – Faking a cough to think about the answer to a difficult question – Gnawing on your lip – Tight and forced smiles – Swinging your foot or leg – Folding or crossing your arms – Slouching – Avoiding eye contact

10. After the Interview End with a handshake and a Thank You Follow up with call or e-mail

11. 10 things to do to perform your best in an interview http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVvh08Yt Mp0&feature=channel http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVvh08Yt Mp0&feature=channel

12. Common Job Interview Mistakes Arrive late – and give excuses Look disheveled or inappropriately dressed Slouch in your seat Don’t maintain good eye contact Brag about yourself…but you should site evidence of accomplishments Respond in an unfocused rambling manner

13. No enthusiasm for the job Answer most questions with a “yes” or “no” Appear desperate for a job…any job Call the interviewer by his/her first name Badmouth your current or former employer When they ask if you have any questions, say “No” Common Job Interview Mistakes

14. Types of Interviews One-on-One Interview Screening Interview Committee Interview Group Interview (all applicants together) Telephone Interview