朱芬萍 Tiffany

英文面試Don’t worry~ 整個場面我Hold住!!! FORM-FOCUSED INSTRUCTION(THE FORMS OF LANGUAGE INCLUDE THE ORGANIZATIONAL COMPONENTS OF LANGUAGE AND THE SYSTEMATIC RULES THAT GOVERN OUR STRUCTURE.COMMANDS → BEHAVIOR]JAMES ASHER(1977) 朱芬萍 Tiffany

WHO AM I？ • Tiffany 朱芬萍 • 英文科實習老師 • 新北市板橋高中 • 中央大學英文系 • 交通大學英語教學所

What is an interview like? Why do you feel ? What is important in an interview? What you need to know ? Teaching Reading Any questions ?

What do you feel? • Nervous? • Not confident? • No previous experience? • Goal -> Sella product Sell yourself as a product!!! • Importance: *Appearance (55%) *Tone/Voice/Intonation (38%) *Language(Grammar/Vocabulary)/Content (7%)

WHAT’S FOR TODAY? 1. Before the interview (5) * resume * what you wear 2. During the interview(10) 3. Sample Questions! (10) *Useful Expressions_<clip> 4. After the interview (3) 5. Thank you letter(2) Tiffany

YOU ARE WHAT YOU WEAR :D • neatly pressed • Conservative two-piece business suite (solid dark blue or gray is best) • Conservative long-sleeved shirt/blouse (white is best, pastel is next best) • Clean, polished, conservative shoes • Clean and well-groomed hairstyle • Clean, trimmed fingernails • Minimal cologne or perfume • Empty pockets – no noisy coins • No gum, candy or cigarettes

MEN • Necktie should be silk with a conservative pattern • Dark shoes (black lace-ups are best); clean and polished • Dark socks (black is best) • Short hair always fairs best in interviews • No beards – mustaches are acceptable (keep neat and trimmed) • No earrings • No heavy cologne

WOMEN • a suit with a jacket; • Do not wear extremely high-heeled or platform shoes • Do not wear open-toe shoes or mules (they are more casual) • If you wear nail polish (not required), use clear or a conservative color • One set of earrings only • Conservative makeup • No heavy perfume

BEFORE AN INTERVIEW ? • Dress professionally • Resume (+) • Study Plan • Self-introduction • Collect information 面試重點：Essential information • key-words: TPR/CMC… 面試系所的資料：the department 面試官的資料：the interviewer 相關領域時事：relevant news 準備問題主動出擊:prepare questions

DURING AN INTERVIEW ? • Arrive on time. • Try to relax. Be yourself. • Show self-confidence – make eye contact; answer questions in a clear voice. • Remember to listen.

DURING AN INTERVIEW ? • Think before answering questions. Try to make your answers as clear as possible. • Avoid negative body language – crossing your arms, swinging your foot or leg, slouching, covering your mouth while speaking. • When given a chance, ask any questions that you have prepared in advance. You can also follow up on anything that the interviewer tells you during the interview.

COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS • Tell me about yourself. • Tell me what interested you in this field/job. • What are some of your strengths/weaknesses? ***自信/***化反為正/***特定形容詞使用 • Are you aggressive/assertive? ***積極/***反應迅速/***例證 • Are you a team player? • Can you work under pressure? • (Describe your workstyle. Do you prefer to work by yourself or with others? ) • Why did you leave your last job? • What are your career plans? Where do you see yourself in 5 years? • Why should I accept your application/hire you?

USEFUL EXPRESSIONS: • Quick learner • Team player • Self starter • Hard worker • Decision maker • Leader

Why do you choose our school for college study? • You’re one of the most famous institutes for __________ (management) program. Also, as a student aiming for advanced study, your great amount of qualified teachers with expertise (in the field of __________) attracts me to a great degree. Additionally, international conference are often held here. I’d like to go on my study in a school with global vision. Thus, I can always meet challenges and keep learning more.

I’m proud of myself for being a person with “visions”. I have to admit that I sometimes miss small details, but I am a detail-oriented person who’s willing to make a change to improve myself anytime.

QUESTIONS FOR AN APPLICANT TO ASK IN THE INTERVIEW • How did you decide on your major? • Tell me about accomplishments you’re proud of the most so far. • 自己決定 • 為了將來工作需要 • 個人特殊經歷 • My father is a successful businessman. He always shares his experience with me and it’s really wonderful! I hope I can learn more about management and assist with my father’s business someday in two years.

DURING AN INTERVIEW ? • 打招呼:Greeting *Hi, I’m ____. I’m very glad to meet you. • 聽不清楚:Unable to understand questions • 答不出來: Unable to answer questions • 反應不過來: Need some time to think • 發言時間/態度: Responding time/attitude

2. 聽不清楚:UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND QUESTIONS • I beg your pardon? • Could you repeat it again? • Please let me know if I understand the question correctly. You are speaking about …. Is that correct? 3. 答不出來: Unable to answer questions • I am not quite sure about the answer now. Can I get back to you tomorrow? • I’m afraid this area is outside my expertise. • If it’s convenient, I’d be glad to do some research on this and report to you by phone or e-mail.

4. 一時反應不過來: • Well, • Can I ask if you mean…? • Let me see. • Repeat the sentence with rising intonation. • (What was the most difficult problem you’ve met so far?)

5. 發言時間/態度: RESPONDING TIME/ATTITUDE • 2 mins↓ • Note-taking • Clear speech with stresses • Word use • Easy/clear • X: Oops! You know? Guys • Eye contact • Assertive attitude

AFTER THE INTERVIEW ? • Thanks for seeing me. • Thank you for the opportunity. • Thank you for your time.I appreciate that a lot. • Thank you and I hope to see (hear from) you soon. • Thank you letter • Dear ___, Thank you very much for taking time out of your busy schedule to meet with me this morning. I enjoy meeting with you and learning more about the field. The program is exactly what I am looking for. I am confident that my academic training in ______ fits nicely with the requirements and I could make a significant contribution to the program. I would welcome the opportunity to study in ________ University. Sincerely, Tiffany Chu

THANKS FOR YOUR ATTENTION! • Practice makes perfect! • Questions ?

朱芬萍 Tiffany