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Interview Skills
Icebreaker ~ Introductions
Dream job / Interview Experience
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Preparing for Interview
• Create and practice with portfolio• Ensure your CV is up-to-date• Review SWOT • Prepare interview wardrobe• Practice ~ Practice ~ Practice
TYPES OF JOB INTERVIEW
Group
Panel Stress
TelephoneMeal
Skype
Behavioural
TaskAudition
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General Guidelines1. Make sure your clothes are neatly ironed.
2. Make sure your clothing fits properly.
3. Don’t wear flashy jewellery.
4. Dress according to the season.
5. Don’t wear perfume or aftershave.
6. Make sure you have a nice, clean haircut that makes you look well groomed.
7. For men, make sure you shave and keep facial hair to a minimum.
8. For women, don’t wear anything that is too revealing.
9. Avoid articles of clothing with loud, busy prints. Solid colours are best.
10. For women, wear appropriate lingerie and/or pantyhose underneath your clothing.
11. For women, don’t overdo your makeup.
12. Make sure that your clothing match in colour and style
How are Colours Perceived?
Company Research Checklist
• How does the company make money?• What is the company’s scope?• How does the department you’re
interviewing for impact the business?• Is there recent press on the company?• What is the company’s culture?• Etc...
What to Bring to the Interview
• Copies of CV for everyone• A pen• A notepad (it is courteous to ask permission to take notes)
• References• Questions• Directions and Contact Information• Breath mints• Folder / Briefcase / Portfolio
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What to Say During an Interview
• I am familiar with your company• I am flexible• I am energetic and have a positive attitude• I have the skills you are looking for• I am a team player• I am seeking to be an expert in my field• I am highly motivated
What NOT to Say During Interview
• How much does this job pay?• My last boss was _______ (insert negative comment)!• I’ll have your job in five years!• I hate my job!• I don’t have any weaknesses.• Why isn’t your business doing very well?• How much holiday time will I get?• You’ll regret it if you don’t hire me.• I don’t have any questions.
What is Your Greatest Weakness?
• Do not avoid answering the question• Avoid using scripted or cliché weaknesses• Answer honestly and to the point• Explain the steps you have taken to solve • Do not blame anyone
What are Your Greatest Strengths?
• Relate strengths to job requirements• The best way to respond is to describe the
skills and experience that directly correlate with the job you are applying for
WOULD YOU HIRE THIS PERSON?
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Close the Interview• Ask your Questions - Make sure you have asked all your prepared
questions about the job, company and management. • Reinforce the Positive - This is the time to make a positive closing
statement by highlighting why you are the best job candidate. • Make Sure you have Addressed the Interviewers Concerns - You want
to be sure that all the issues have been dealt with. • Express your Enthusiasm for the Position - End your job interview on an
enthusiastic by highlighting your interest in the position and company. • Find Out the Next Step - you need to know exactly what happens next in
the interview process - a second interview, assessments, a medical etc. • Thank the Interviewer - Thank the interviewer sincerely for the time
spent with you.
Signs the Interview Went Well
• The interviewer acts interested• The interview lasts longer than expected• You are introduced to other team members• The interviewer asks about availability• They say they are going to call you soon• The interviewer schedules a second interview• The interviewers body language and
expressions show interest
Signs the Interview Went Badly
• The interview is shorted than expected• The interviewer looks bored, disinterested• The interviewer does has no eye contact with you• The interviewer gives you many reasons why you
don’t fit the position• The interviewer mentions they already have
many good candidates• The interviewer uses negative listening
• Continue job search• Reflect• Thank you email • Follow up phone call – only if mentioned in the interview
• Inform references
Thank You Email
• KISS• 1st Paragraph• 2nd Paragraph• 3rd Paragraph
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Interview Skills Task
• You will be sent an email asking you a question you might be asked in an interview situation.
• Using the STAR technique you are to answer the question.
• Karen will evaluate your answer and reply with suggestions.
• OPTIONAL ~ you may also request a mock interview.