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INTERVIEW INFOHow to get the job

The Job Interview

To prepare for the interview: Do your homework. Get organized. Plan to make a good first impression. Anticipate questions and plan appropriate

responses. Think positively.

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Standard Interview Questions Some examples are:“Tell me about yourself.”“What do you know about this company?”“Why does this job opening interest you?”“Do you prefer working alone or with others?”“How well do you work under pressure?”“What do you want to be doing in five years?”“Why should I hire you?”“What are your goals for the future?”“What are your favorite and least favorite

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Good Questions to Ask Employers

Some examples are: “How would you describe the responsibilities of the position?” “How would you describe a typical week/day for this position?” “Whom does this position report to? If I am offered the position,

can I meet him or her?” “If I am extended a job offer, how soon would you like me to

start?” “Is much overtime work involved?” “What skills does an employee need to succeed in this job?” “Is there flexibility to meet family needs?” “is travel expected?” “What are the work hours?” “What fringe benefits are available?”

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What Is Said Without Words

An upright, confident posture reflects your sense of self-worth.

Eye contact shows you are listening and are interested in what the interviewer has to say.

A smile shows that are you relaxed and confident. Keep your facial expressions friendly, calm, relaxed, and positive.

A firm handshake conveys that you are professional and enthusiastic. Avoid a weak or overly aggressive handshake.

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What Is Said Without Words

Leaning slightly forward toward the interviewer conveys that you are interested. Leaning back can give the opposite impression.

Be aware of the interviewer’s body language to help you sense when you are losing the person’s attention or when you are going into too much detail.

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Common ErrorsAvoid these interview errors Poor eye contact. No goal. Poor appearance. No prepared questions. Asking about salary

and benefits right away Chewing gum or

smoking Putting things on the

interviewers desk Acting like a know-it-all

Lack of enthusiasm.

Not asking for the job.

Trying to run the interviewer by talking too much

Discussing person problems to much

Trying to read material on interviewers desk

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Wrong stuff

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Dress and Grooming

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I chose this picture because he is in a suit and Is showing good eye contact and posture

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Dress and Grooming

Picture of good grooming like you need when you go to a interview

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bad Dress and Grooming

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After the Interview

Write a follow-up letter.Write a short thank-you for the

interview.Evaluate jobEvaluate companyGo over interview in your mindWrite a statement about your

interest in the companyA short thank you

“Food for Thought”

1. Assume that you applied for a job but were not selected for the position. Should you abandon

your efforts to obtain a job with that particular employer? Why or why not?

2. What can you gain from seeking an evaluation of your interview performance from an interviewer who rejected you?

3. In what ways is each interview a learning experience?

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