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Interviewing for Success. Best Practices for Interviewing Effectively. Stay Focused on the Goal. Sell yourself, but do some shopping of your own. [Sell Yourself]. Behavioral Interviewing Past Behavior = Future Behavior Employ the S.T.A.R. or S.H.A.R.E Methods. [Sell Yourself].
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Interviewing for Success Best Practices for Interviewing Effectively
Stay Focused on the Goal Sell yourself, but do some shopping of your own
[Sell Yourself] Behavioral Interviewing Past Behavior = Future Behavior Employ the S.T.A.R. or S.H.A.R.E Methods
[Sell Yourself] Focus on the Positive
[Sell Yourself] Evaluate the Negative
[Sell Yourself] Identifying the Models Tell me about a time when you took initiative to make something better when no one asked you to. 2. Tell me about a time when you were not successful in achieving a goal you set and how you managed it.
[Sell Yourself] TIPS FOR ANSWERING QUESTIONS EFFECTIVELY • Expand answers, avoid yes and no…give details • Tie in strengths to jobs and activities • Weaknesses - go full circle. How did you learn from this? • If stumped, ask for a few seconds to think • Avoid verbal graffiti (um, yeah, like, gonna, kinda, etc) • Convey sincerity and enthusiasm
[Learn More] TIPS FOR PROPER PREPARATION • Research the company before you interview • Identify current or former employees who can provide insight • Carefully review the job description of the position you are applying for • Ask the appropriate questions during the interview
[A Few More Tips] • Practice! Schedule a mock interview • Plan your interview attire early and arrive properly dressed and groomed • Keep all appointments. If you must cancel, call as early as you can, gracefully apologize, and follow-up appropriately • Arrive early – bring extra copies of your resume and cover letter in a portfolio
[A Few More Tips] • Be assertive and honest • Speak slowly and clearly • Ask questions at the appropriate time • Ask the interviewer for a business card and follow-up with a thank you note as soon as possible