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GET A JOB!...PART I

GET A JOB!...PART I. Book: “How to Say It at Work” Author: Jack Griffin. Andrew Kampel & Jason Gould. Preparing For An Interview. Learn about the… Organization Needs, Goals, Problems Role of your target position Know the time and place of the interview Pre-interview Research

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GET A JOB!...PART I

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  1. GET A JOB!...PART I • Book: “How to Say It at Work” • Author: Jack Griffin • Andrew Kampel & • Jason Gould

  2. Preparing For An Interview • Learn about the… • Organization • Needs, Goals, Problems • Role of your target position • Know the time and place of the interview • Pre-interview Research • Have an interview kit

  3. Pre-Interview Research • Career goals • Hours required, types of tasks • Travel requirements • Location of Company

  4. Insider Information • Company’s annual reports • Journals, newsletters • The scope of the company • The target company’s competition

  5. What is an Interview Kit? • Additional copies of your resume • Letters of commendation • Awards • Copies of presentations you have completed

  6. Dressing for the Interview • Whatever you wear should be sharp and clean • Good personal hygiene

  7. Dressing for the Interview • For Men: • Dark blue, avoid black • Natural fabrics • Long-sleeved shirt • Have a tie • Should complement the suit

  8. Dressing for the Interview • For Women: • Suit is most appropriate • Solids, pinstripes, and muted plaids in any color • Long-sleeve blouse • keep it simple • Elegant shoes • Small, discreet earrings

  9. Body-Language Strategy • Employers want a nonverbal message that you can do the job. • 1st Impression • SMILE! • Eye Contact • Take Advantage of Your Height

  10. The Handshake • Steps to a Strong Handshake • 1. Begin with dry palms • 2. Take the initiative and extend your hand first • 3. Deliver a full, MODERATELY tight grip • 4. Hold the handshake and make eye contact • 5. Before letting go, start talking!

  11. Do NOT Rush To Sit Down • Stand as you exchange greetings • If the interviewer sits before you, they have the chance to see you at your full height!

  12. Convey Relaxed Energy • Breathing • Eye Contact • Sit Fairly Still • Keep Smiling • Hand Gestures

  13. Body Language to Avoid • Fear and Anxiety • Tapping your foot • Twirling hair • Hand Gestures that don’t support your point • Touching your face

  14. Body Language to Avoid • Do Not’s • Avoid Eye Contact • Limp Handshake • Don’t rush to a seat • Don’t sit on soft chairs

  15. Final Wrap-Up • Plan to Be Spontaneous • Pre-interview Research • Dress For The Interview • Body language • Strong Handshake • Stay Relaxed

  16. Questions?

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