How to Ace Any Interview:Tips and Techniques of Effective Interviewing

BEFORE THE INTERVIEWRESUME BLOOPERS

• “Skills: Strong Work Ethic, Attention to Detail, Team Player, Self

Motivated, Attention to Detail”

• “Planned new corporate facility at $3 million over budget.”

• “Seeking a party-time position with potential for advancement.”

• Objective: “Career on the Information Supper Highway”

• Experience: “Stalking, shipping & receiving”

• Additional skills: “I am a Notary Republic.”

• Skills: “I have technical skills that will take your breath away.”

• Qualifications: “Twin sister has accounting degree.”

• Education: “I possess a moderate educatin but willing to learn more.”

BEFORE THE INTERVIEWMAKE YOUR RESUME STAND OUT

Don’t lie

Be relevant

Customize

Follow standard format

Make it easy to read

Be brief

Make Your Resume Stand Out

Use the right terminology

Promote yourself

Have references ready

Indicate your interests

Proofread

Make your resume stand outSkills Summary

First example

A dynamic leader with the ability to track record of high accomplishments in various areas. Highly organized individual, believes in empowerment and team work, highly adaptable, strong business sense, effective communicator, result-oriented and can-do attitude.

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Make your resume stand outSkills SummarySecond Example

15+ years of experience leading teams of 10-200 staff members. Managed 30+ projects ranging from $100K-$1.7M in budget. 200+ hours of presenting and training on a wide variety of subjects including innovation, teamwork and project management.

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PRE-INTERVIEWBe prepared

Know why

Dress Appropriately

Arrive early

Be friendly

Use the restroom beforehand

Learn your interviewer's name

Turn off your cell phone

THE INTERVIEW DO’S

THE INTERVIEW DONT’S

Don't ask about salary and benefits first

Don't fidget

Don't mumble

Don't be intimidated

Don't lie in the interview

Don't show off or overact

Don't complain about someone

Don't seem needy

THE CLOSER/AFTER THE INTERVIEW

Leave a lasting impressionAsk good questions

Know your availability

Ask for the job

Say thank you

Be patient

Follow up