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INTERVIEW TIPS
Get the Interview!
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Don't hesitate to call the company hiring to see
when they are conducting interviews
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Don't hesitate to ask for an interview
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Be aggressive!
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To be successful in your job hunt, you must first
attempt to sell yourself, then your skills
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Gain the most exposure as possible. The more your
resume is seen by human resource personnel the
better your odds are on getting an interview
Prepare for the
Interview
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Know the exact place and time of the interview,
the interviewer's full name, the correct
pronunciation and his or her title
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Learn pertinent facts about the company such as
annual sales revenue, principal lines of business,
and locations
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Find out why the hiring manager and/or client
representative is interested in your
qualifications
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Determine how the opportunity will impact your
immediate and long term career development
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Know what questions to ask during the interview.
The better you understand the opportunity, the
more you will be able to communicate your interest
in the position
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Always wear proper attire and greet your
interviewer with a firm handshake and an
enthusiastic smile
The Interview
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Plan to arrive a few minutes early. Late arrival
for a job interview is never excusable
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If you are presented with and application, fill it
out neatly and completely
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Greet the interviewer by his or her last name if
you are sure of the pronunciation. If not ask the
interviewer to repeat it
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Give the appearance of confidence as you enter
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SHAKE HANDS FIRMLY!
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Wait to be offered a chair before sitting down.
Sit upright, look alert and interested at all
times. Be a good listener as well as a good
communicator
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Always look the interviewer in the eye while
speaking
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Try to get the interviewer to describe the
position and the duties to you early in the
interview so that you can apply your background,
skills, and accomplishments to the position
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Try to make your good points come across to the
interviewer in a sincere, factual manner
"Do's" and "Don'ts"
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Do show enthusiasm. Enthusiastic feedback can
enhance your chances of being further considered
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Do conduct yourself as if you are determined to
get the job you are discussing
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Do bring a copy of your resume
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Don't smoke, even if the interviewer does
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Don't chew gum
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Don't answer with a simple "yes" or "no." Explain
your answer whenever possible
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Don't lie. Answer questions truthfully and
honestly
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Don't make derogatory remarks about your present
or former employers. When explaining your reasons
for leaving, try to keep all comments positive
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Don't over-answer questions. If the interviewer
steers the conversation into politics or
controversial issues, try to do more listening
than speaking since this could be a sensitive
issue
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Don't inquire about salary, vacations, bonuses,
retirement, etc., on the initial interview unless
you are positive the employer is interested in
hiring you. If the interviewer asks what salary
you want, indicate what you've earned but that
you're more interested in the opportunity than a
specific salary
Be Prepared for
Interview Questions
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Tell me about yourself?
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What do you know about our company?
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Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
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Why are you searching for a new job?
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Tell me about your background and accomplishments?
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How does your background relate to this position?
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What are your strengths and weaknesses?
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How would you describe your most recent job
performance?
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How would you rate your attendance record at your
previous job?
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What are some of your hobbies?
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Why do you want this position?
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What other jobs are you considering?
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Why should we hire you?
Be Prepared to Ask
Questions
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What are some of the things that will be expected
of the person in this position?
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Are their goals or monthly quotas?
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What are some of the responsibilities included
with this position?
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Why is this position open?
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Will this lead to management opportunities?
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How long would it take to lead management?
Closing the
Interview
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If you are interested in the position, let the
interviewer know. Say something like "I am very
impressed with your company, its products, and the
people I have met. I am confident I could do an
excellent job in the position we have discussed"
The interviewer will be impressed with your
enthusiasm
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Don't be discouraged if no commitment has been
made. The interviewer will probably want to
communicate with other people in the company or
possibly interview more candidates before making a
decision
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If you get the impression the interview is not
going well don't let your discouragement show.
Once in awhile an interviewer will seem to
discourage you as a way of testing your action
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Always thank the interviewer for his or her time
and consideration
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Arrive On Time
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Be Prepared
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Look Professional
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Maintain Eye Contact
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Shake Hands Firmly
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Never Talk Negatively
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Show Enthusiasm
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Keep a Positive Attitude
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Be Confident
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Ask Questions
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