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The Job Interview

The Job Interview. Objectives. Understand the concept & purpose of the interview Learn how to prepare for your interview Develop strategies and techniques for a good interview. Did You Know?????. 75% of all job openings are NOT advertised So NETWORK !

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The Job Interview

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  1. The Job Interview

  2. Objectives • Understand the concept & purpose of the interview • Learn how to prepare for your interview • Develop strategies and techniques for a good interview

  3. Did You Know????? • 75% of all job openings are NOT advertised • So NETWORK! • Tell everyone you know you’re looking for a job! • Contact employers directly even if there are no jobs currently open.

  4. DEFINITION OF INTERVIEW • Any face-to-face contact with anyone who has the authority to hire or supervise a person with your skills. They may or may not have a job opening at the time you interview with them.

  5. TheFour P’s of Interviewing • PREPARATION! • PRACTICE! • PERSONAL PRESENTATION! • PERTINENT QUESTIONS

  6. Before the Interview • Research the employer • Find out what the job responsibilities are • Find out and record where, when, and with whom you will interview with • Prepare a resume

  7. Why research the company/employer? • To show the employer why you are the best person for the job • Relate your strengths and experience to the job

  8. Practice before the interview • Practice…..Practice..…Practice! • Make a practice trip to the interview site. • This will help gauge time to arrive on time • Prepare questions about salary, benefits, and career advancement. • Decide what you will wear and sure it is cleaned and pressed. • First impressions really do matter!

  9. First Impressions • Your Resume • Employers usually have 45 seconds to scan your resume • CommonResume Mistakes • 63% of hiring managers cited spelling errors is the most annoying application/resume mistake • 30% not tailoring resumes • 23% lying • 21% too many insignificant job duties • 21% resume not on ONE page

  10. Image Tips • Your Clothes & Appearance • Your Body Language

  11. Dress for Success • Look professional - positive first impression • Combine personal style with good taste • Conservative style and colors - blue, brown & black • Accent colors - ties, blouses & scarves • Complimentary accessories - simple & tasteful • Hair, make up & nails - natural looking & neat • Use perfume & colognes sparingly • Be careful what you eat before & during the interview • No visible tattoos or piercings • Visit Syms Dress to Achievesite for style suggestions • Online Video

  12. PertinentQuestions • Be Prepared to answer many questions employers what to know • Be honest and direct as possible • Talk about your accomplishments, skills and abilities • Smile • Add humor when you can

  13. Questions NOT to Ask • Don’t ask about what you will be paid • Don’t ask how many vacation days you will get • Don’t ask how many days off with pay • Don’t ask how many sick days with pay • Wait for interviewer to bring up salary

  14. What is the employer looking for? • Job skills and transferable/adaptable skills • Flexibility • Dependability • Teamwork • Productivity • Creative Thinking and Problem Solving • Organizational Skills & Leadership Skills • Communication/Customer Service • Ability to continuously learn

  15. Closing the Interview • Ask when you may call to find out about the decision • Ask questions • Thank you employer for the interview and reaffirm your interest

  16. Follow-up • Send a Thank You • Call back in a few weeks • Get a second interview

  17. Don’t Give Up • It takes time and persistence to reach your goal • Consider every interview a learning experience

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