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HIRE ME!

HIRE ME!. Will you get the job?. Before the Interview. Research the company Practice interviewing with a friend Prepare 3 questions to ask about the job/company Make sure your clothes are clean and appropriate Know where you are going. Appearance Matters. Dress conservatively

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HIRE ME!

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  1. HIRE ME! Will you get the job?

  2. Before the Interview • Research the company • Practice interviewing with a friend • Prepare 3 questions to ask about the job/company • Make sure your clothes are clean and appropriate • Know where you are going.

  3. Appearance Matters • Dress conservatively • Try to dress one step above the company standard • Cover all tattoos • Remove “extra” piercings • Keep make up and accessories to a minimum • Make sure your shoes are clean & shined.

  4. Getting to the Interview • Rehearse your route • Call to reschedule as soon as possible • Arrive 15 minutes early • Check yourself in the restroom • Review your materials • Be respectful and courteous to the “gate keeper”

  5. Greetings • Give a firm, confident handshake • Maintain eye contact & SMILE • Listen to pronunciation of interviewer’sname • Always address interviewer by title (Ms.; Mrs.; Mr.; Dr.) and last name until invited to do otherwise. • Appear upbeat and confident • Wait until you are asked to be seated • Sit still in your chair; avoid fidgeting and slouching. Hands on your lap. • SMILE SMILE SMILE SMILE

  6. The Interview Opening • Be prepared to engage in limited small talk • Deliver your 60 sec. infomercial with poise and confidence • Be prepared to mention some facts about the company • Keep the focus on how you can help the company

  7. Responding to Questions • Take a moment to formulate your answers • Be brief, but complete • Provide concrete examples that demonstrate your skills • Focus on the company • When asked about a challenge or weakness – be honest and describe the steps you have taken to remedy the problem

  8. Interview Don’ts • Cell phones OFF • Don’t eat, chew gum or bring your own beverage to the interview • Be respectful • Try not to fidget • Use common sense

  9. Asking Questions • Prepare at least three questions to ask • Bring your research into your questions • Show you are thinking about your future • Ask for clarification about something already discussed

  10. Illegal Questions • Illegal questions are discriminatory • Age, gender, church affiliation, marriage, children, etc. • You don’t have to answer • Ask how it pertains to the job • Answer the question directly • If those questions are asked; do you really want to work there?

  11. After the Interview • Write and send a thank you note within 48 hours of the interview • You can type, hand write or email your thanks • Directly reference items you discussed • Include an action statement

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