interviewing career & leadership development centre
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INTERVIEWING
Career & Leadership Development Centre
Activity
Worst handshakes
Today’s objectives…
Define interviewsDiscuss the purpose of an
interviewReview the three stages
- Before- During- After
• Important step in the hiring process
• Chance to meet
• Mutual exchange of information
What is an interview?
For the interviewer: Can the candidate do the job? Will the candidate fit in? Is this the best candidate for the position?
What is the purpose?
What is the purpose?
For the interviewee: Do I want the job? Can I do this job? Does this job offer me the
opportunities I want for advancement or experience?
Soft skills are importantYou are the expert on youBoth parties are being interviewedHow you do things demonstrates your characterFirst impressions are importantThey already are interested in you
To succeed in interviews
1. Before
2. During
3. After
Three Stages
Research the organizationReview the job descriptionKnow yourself - prepare to support experience/skills with examplesPracticePrepare questions to ask themDress for success
Before an interview
Ask questions that are meaningful & impactful
Can you describe a typical day/week for this position?
What would a successful first year in the position look like?
What is the number one priority of the person who accepts this job?
How would you describe the work culture? What type of people tend to thrive in this environment?
What do I ask them?
NOT
Bright suit
Cleavage
Casual pants
Un-tucked shirt
Loud jewelry
What to Wear
Crisp, ironed, collared shirt
Suit
Groomed hair
Smile
Professional shoes
Tie
What to Wear
Create great first impressionsBe mindful of body languageAnswer and ask questionsShow enthusiasm and interestScent freeWhat not to bring
Cell phone Drinks Friends
During an interview
The questions are about you
Each question is designed to obtain certain information
The questions…
It’s OK to be nervousAttitude & GPAHollow or surface answersIt’s not really about getting from A to B, it is about HOW you get from A to BUse examples from different areasDon’t be afraid of silence
From the employers perspective…
ReflectSend a thank-you letterFollow-up
After an interview
Q&A
Career Services Centre
11 River RoadDalhousie University, Truro Campus
893-7895 [email protected]
• Drop-in • MyCareer.dal.ca
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