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INTERVIEWING WORKSHOP

INTERVIEWING WORKSHOP. Presenter: Renee Smith Career Advisor Sheldon B. Lubar School of Business. Content Interviews Preparation The Interview Follow-up Telephone Interviews. Format Presentation Lecture/notes Discussion Questions throughout. Agenda. Preparation.

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INTERVIEWING WORKSHOP

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  1. INTERVIEWING WORKSHOP Presenter: Renee Smith Career Advisor Sheldon B. Lubar School of Business

  2. Content Interviews Preparation The Interview Follow-up Telephone Interviews Format Presentation Lecture/notes Discussion Questions throughout Agenda

  3. Preparation • Two Major Ways to Prepare • Research the Company • Practice answering questions

  4. Products/Services Locations Brief company history Financial information Competitors Current news Research the CompanyWhat to Find Out

  5. Standard Question Areas Education Experience Personal Qualities Goals General Questions How to Prepare Answers Have examples ready Relate your strengths and qualifications to the position Practice Answers

  6. Resume Doctor • Tell me about yourself. • Why are you interested in this position? • What do you know about our company? • What are your short-term/long-term goals? • What are your strengths and weaknesses? • Describe a time when you were faced with a challenging situation and how you handled it?

  7. Video—Answering Questions • Why do you want to work here? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BRlqDsDqQ3Q&feature=related

  8. Behavioral Interviewing • Based on the assumption that past behavior is the best indicator of future behavior. • Employers determine traits/skills necessary for the job opening. • Ask specific questions to find out if the candidate has demonstrated these traits in the past. • Give me an example of a time…

  9. Behavioral Interviewing • Preparing for these types of interviews. • List a number of “situations” • Use the STAR formula • Situation/Task • Action • Result/outcome Video

  10. Other PreparationQuestions to Ask When Setting Up the Interview • Day/Time • Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday • 10, 11, 1 or 2 • Address/Office # • Where to park • Name of interviewer/Title • Phone #

  11. Men Suit Shirt Tie Shoes Jewelry Hair/nails No Cologne Professional Appearance

  12. Professional Appearance • Women • Suit • Blouse • Jewelry/scarves • Shoes • Colors • Nylons • Hair • Make-up/nails

  13. Business Casual

  14. Other Preparation • Know where you’re going • Prepare a portfolio/folder • Resume--extra copies • Reference list • Transcript • Information for application • Samples of work • List of questions to ask

  15. Smile Firm handshake Eye contact Confident greeting Use Mr./Ms. last name Pronounce correctly THE INTERVIEWFirst Impressions

  16. Body posture Sit up straight/don’t be stiff Lean forward slightly Mannerisms Avoid nervous ones Use natural gestures Don’t fold hands/ cross arms Voice--confident Facial expressions Eye contact Nonverbal Tips

  17. Answering Questions • Stress achievements/give examples. • Follow up “yes” or “no” answers with an explanation. Don’t just say yes or no. • Don’t lie, but don’t volunteer negative information. • Don’t over-answer questions. • Speak positively.

  18. Closing • Questions to ask • handouts • What to say at the end • Thank the interviewer • State your interest • ex. “I’m very interested in this position. What is the next step in the process?” • Ask for a business card • Ask when you can expect to hear from them

  19. Follow-up • Send a thank you letter/note • Snail mail or email? • Within a day or two • Keep it professional, even if email

  20. Thank You Note Outline • Opening: • I enjoyed talking with you on Thursday regarding the …. • Thank you for meeting with me on Tuesday to discuss the… • Middle: reaffirm one or two points • Close: I look forward to …

  21. Second Follow-up • Call • About a week to 10 days later or when they said they would make a decision. • Let them know you are still interested. • Don’t say, “Have you made a decision?” Instead, ask about the status of the position.

  22. Other Do’s and Don’ts • Don’t chew gum. • Do alert your references. • Don’t stop job hunting, even if confident. • Do be patient. The interview process often takes longer than expected.

  23. Telephone Interviews • Prepare as you would for any other interview. • Practice over the phone—ask for feedback. • Find your location and organize your papers/notepad/pen. • Eliminate distractions. • Smile—keep a mirror nearby. • Have a glass of water handy.

  24. Preparation Research Practice Other preparation The Interview First impression Nonverbal communication Answering questions give examples Effective close Follow-up Summary

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