Roadmap Welcome Introductions Housekeeping Materials Objectives Expectations

2. Roadmap • Welcome • Introductions • Housekeeping • Materials • Objectives • Expectations 4

3. It’s not magic; it’s just good business. Tip Think like the hiring manager and ask yourself throughout the interview, “Why should they hire me?” Do your answers and actions make you the best candidate?

4. What is the hiring manager looking for? How does the employer screen a candidate during an interview? Seeking: The perfect employee When? Yesterday 5-6

5. Your four tasks as the job seeker 1. Convince the employer you are an asset to the company. 2. Demonstrate you are passionate about the work. 3. Show your enthusiasm for the organization. 4. Determine if this employer is the right fit. Seeking: The perfect employee When? Yesterday 5

6. Pronunciation Tone Grammar Volume Speed How does the employer interpret your actions?

7. Eye contact Facial expressions Posture Mannerisms Attitude Handshake How does the employer interpret your actions? 7-8

8. Unit 5: Interviewing Opening Exchange Conclusion Testing 8

9. One-to-one Telephone Hint What are key things you should do in each of these interview types? Panel Informal 9

10. Progressive Group Hint Why are these different interview styles used by employers? Behavioral Demonstration Multi-stage 10

11. Tip Start your preparation activities as far before the interview as possible. Time builds confidence and reduces nervousness.

12. Review Select and list Compare 12-15

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14. How would your former teammates describe your knowledge and abilities? Explain why you are the best candidate for the position. What has been your most significant career accomplishment? What are your short- and long-term goals? Why did you leave your last position? 18-19

15. Example action “I went back to the group and explained the situation. We decided to spend the afternoon helping our teammate so his year-end reports could be submitted in a timely manner.” Example task “I explained the team’s frustration with his absence in a respectful manner. I then asked if there was anything that the team could do to help him become more involved with the assignment. He explained that he was trying to finish year-end reports, but was having trouble gathering data.” Example situation “At my last position with ABC Company, I was part of a team assigned to redesign the layout of the waiting room and reception desk to improve service and efficiency. One of our team members wasn’t showing up for meetings, so I met with him to discuss my concerns.” • Considerations • Detailed • Measurable • Related to new position Situation Task Action Result 20-23

16. What is the most important daily task for this position? 25

17. Your questions should reflect the following: • Solid research. • Thoughtfulness. • Interest in the company. • Appeal of position. • Details from earlier discussions Tip Take notes on employer remarks during the interview for which you’d like more information or clarity 25, 28

18. How much does this position pay? GREEDY 26-27

19. When will benefits start? UNHEALTHY 26-27

20. Do you have childcare? ISSUES 26-27

21. Will I have to work overtime? UNCOMMITTED 26-27

22. What exactly does your company do? UNPREPARED 26-27

23. How soon can I take vacation? SLACKER 26-27

24. Option #1: You can answer the question. Option #2: You can refuse to answer the question on the grounds that it is illegal. Option #3: You can examine the question for its intent and base your answer on the requirements of the job and your ability to perform the work. 29

25. Tip Your first impression is formed by the employer as soon as you enter the property. Smile and greet all employees in a respectful and pleasant manner. 30-33

26. Steps Prepare your clothing - details are important. Physically prepare - hygiene and grooming. Mentally prepare - build confidence, relax. Last-minute details before you walk out the door. • Tips • Dress appropriately for the job and the company. • The interviewer’s focus should be on you – not your appearance. 30-32

27. Research 35-36

28. Exit the interview in the same manner you entered. • Smile. • Shake hands. • Thank interviewers for their time and consideration. 37-38

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31. Decipher military-specific language into civilian terminology. Relax. You’ve been through much more stressful situations than an interview. Be proud of your service, be proud of your abilities. Confidence is a valued attribute. Mentally, don’t confuse a job interview with a promotion, achievement or other military board. Focus on your technical skills, leadership abilities and being a strong team player. These are all priceless qualifications in the civilian workforce. Prepare an explanation of your military duties, contributions, accomplishments. Relate all qualifications to the new position. The interviewer wants to hire you for what you offer the company. Example: I managed a team of seven infrastructure technicians for a mobile communications system. Prepare an explanation of your military duties, contributions, accomplishments. Relate all qualifications to the new position. The interviewer wants to hire you for what you offer the company. 23

32. Relax. You’ve been through much more stressful situations than an interview. Be proud of your service, be proud of your abilities. Confidence is a valued attribute. Mentally, don’t confuse a job interview with a promotion, achievement or other military board. Focus on your technical skills, leadership abilities and being a strong team player. These are all priceless qualifications in the civilian workforce. Prepare an explanation of your military duties, contributions, accomplishments. Relate all qualifications to the new position. The interviewer wants to hire you for what you offer the company. Decipher military-specific language into civilian terminology. Example: I managed a team of seven infrastructure technicians for a mobile communications system. Relax. You’ve been through much more stressful situations than an interview. Be proud of your service, be proud of your abilities. Confidence is a valued attribute. 23

33. Be honest. • Be responsible for your past actions. • Focus on the future. • Remain positive in the face of adversity. • Acknowledge employer concerns, and address them openly and respectfully. • Build a reliable professional network. Practice your incarceration speech until it is second nature and can be adapted to fit any interviewing situation that may arise. • Remain positive in the face of adversity. • Acknowledge employer concerns, and address them openly and respectfully. • Build a reliable professional network. You are not alone. Every job seeker receives “no” for an answer before hearing a “yes.” 24

34. Be honest. • Be responsible for your past actions. • Focus on the future. • Remain positive in the face of adversity. • Acknowledge employer concerns, and address them openly and respectfully. • Build a reliable professional network. You are not alone. Every job seeker receives “no” for an answer before hearing a “yes.” Practice your incarceration speech until it is second nature and can be adapted to fit any interviewing situation that may arise. You are not alone. Every job seeker receives “no” for an answer before hearing a “yes.” 24