interview ppt

Interviewing Tips

Why should I hire you?Why should I hire you?

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Interviewing-What is it?

A structured meeting between you and an employerInterviewing is a skill- like riding your bike PRACTICE makes PERFECT


Employers’ Concerns

Do you look the part – professionalCan you be counted on—responsibleCan you perform –Job done wellWill you work hard – “above and beyond?”What will you “bring to the table.”What else do you have to offer, academics being equal with other candidates


Why do employers interview?

To find out 3 things:

1. Will you be able to do the job well = your skills and experience

2. Are you really motivated to do the job = evidence that you really want it

3. Will you fit into the organization = what kind of person you are


Styles of interview

Telephone Panel One-to-oneFormalInformal (on meal)On site interview


Preparing for the InterviewPreparing for the Interview

Step 1: The Self-Interview

Know your strengths & weaknesses Determine your employment interests;

what do you want to do and why Reflect on your values; what’s most

important to you Be prepared to cite several examples of

experiences, accomplishments, successes


Step 2: Research

Review employer website/literatureDevelop targeted questions concerning

employer and jobAttend Informational MeetingsBe sure you know what the company

stands for, its culture, and why you want to work for them!


Step 3: Practice!!

Review common questions Schedule mock interview Prepare list of questions Be alert to body language & eye contact SMILE Speak clearly; listen carefully Match your skills/experiences with jobs


Interview Process OverviewInterview Process Overview

Typically consists of 2 – 3 rounds of interviewsInterviews last between 30 – 45 minutesMix of general, behavioral, situation/case questions


Typical Interview FormatTypical Interview Format

Introductions/Ice BreakersDiscussion of Positions/OpportunitiesCandidate Assessment (Sell Yourself!)Pose Questions – Make Them Good!Conclusion/Find Out Next StepsAssess Your PerformanceSend Thank-You Note Follow-up!


Interview DO’s

Arrive 10 minutes early.


First Impressions

You Never get second chance to make your first impression


Dressing for Success-Men

Suit-Single or double breastedPolished shoesSolid white shirtConservative tieNeatly groomed hair, beard, and mustacheAvoid strong colognes, earrings, and body piercing


Dressing for Success-Women

Pant or skirt suit, decent traditional outfit.Pumps with small to medium heelsLight makeup, perfume, and jewelryWear neutral color


Stay Calm


Be Positive


Confidence


Professional


Interview Don’tsDon’t make excuses. Take responsibility for your decisions and your actions.Don’t make negative comments about previous employers or supervisors (or others).Don’t treat the interview casually, as if you are just shopping around or doing the interview for practice. This is insulting to the interviewer and the organization.Don’t give the impression you are only interested in salary.Don’t act as though you would take any job or are desperate for employment.Don’t chew gum or smell like smoke.Don’t take cell phone calls during an interview. If you carry a cell phone, turn it off during the interview.


Interview Tips

Tell me about yourself.Bad example: Good example:1. Too nervous. 1. Eye contact.2. No examples. 2. Give

examples.3. Um… 3. Personalities.4. No confidence 4. Good ending.


Why should we hire you?

Bad example: Good example:1. Talk too fast. 1. Confidence.2. Slang. 2. Personalities.3. Look at watches.3. Give examples.

4. Research.5. Good ending.


Tell me about a weakness.

Bad example: Good example:1. Gossip. 1. Examples.2. Sarcasm. 2. Be honest.3. Refute claims. 3. Show humility.4. Blame. 4. Effect.5. Too defensive.


Why do you want to work here?

Bad example: Good example:1. Humming. 1. Connection.2. Bad attitude. 2. Examples.3. Judgmental. 3. Influence.4. Bad motivation. 4. Research.

5. Be honest.


Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Bad example: Good example:1. Attitude. 1. Connection.2. Too general.2. Strength.

3. Improvements.4. Tie goals to the

possible duties.

5. Specific.


FOLLOW-UP

Ask good questions

Thank the interviewer

Request a business card

Inquire about next steps in the process


Good Luck!

Trust me. You can make it!

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