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STI-COLLEGE MEYCAUAYAN
Personality Development& Job Interview Seminar
February 21, 2013
Speaker
Prof. Silvia C. AmbagPUP, Sta. Mesa, Manila
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SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEWING TIPS AND TECHNIQUES
The Job Interview by DefinitionOpportunity to present yourself, skill set, and knowledge to one who can hire you
The Interview Procedure The Interview Procedure frequently
includes: Questions on your skills and experience Behavior based questions Opportunity for you to ask questions of the
interviewer
The Key – Present yourself as the top candidate
Keys to the Successful Interview:Preparation BEFORE the Interview
Know yourself
Research the employer
Practice, Practice, Practice
Make a good impression
Know Yourself What do you have to offer?
Identify 5 – 10 work or school experiences that demonstrate your skills and accomplishments half should be totally positive half should be ones that started out negative but had either a positive result or a good learning experience
What do you want to do and where do you want to do it?
How are you perceived by others?
Do Your Research Research the employer you’re interviewing with
Utilize the Career Services Website – www.careers.southernct.edu to access JOBSs (Job Opportunities Benefiting Southern students) and review employer profiles and websites
Conduct informational interviews
Practice, Practice, Practice! To better prepare yourself for the interview, as
well as assist in conquering pre-interview anxiety, practice is key
Attend interviewing workshops and view interviewing videos/DVDs in the Career Center
Meet with a career counselor for a mock interview
Practice for the interview with family or friends and practice, practice, practice
Proper Attire DO:
Wear conservative attire, such as a dark colored business suit
Polish your shoes Stick to a low business heel
shoe Have hair neatly brushed and
face shaved before interview Bring a portfolio or briefcase
DON’T Wear bright colored business
suits: Black, Grey, and Pastel colors are most appropriate
Wear flashy accessories like watches, jewelry, or excessive amounts of cologne, perfume, or hair gel
Wear skirts that reach above the knees
Wear stiletto heels
Personality Aspects1. Physical Aspects - Appearance
HEAVY PERSON THIN PERSONa. dark colors a. Light colorsb. Small prints b. Bigger printsc. Vertical lines c. Horizontal linesd. Fitted pants d. Loose pants
SMALL PERSON TALL PERSONa. Avoid pedal pantsa. Avoid vertical linesb. Use plain colors
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Enhancing body partsA.Bossom (wear double breasted dress, scurf
etc)B.Tummy ( avoid fitted pants & blouse)C.Thin Legs (avoid fitted pants)D.Fat legs (wear below the knee skirt), straight
cut pants)E. Shoulder (thin- never wear raglan sleeves,
fat – never wear muscle & short sleeves)F. Neck (long – close neck, short– v –shape
neckline)
- Proper Standing Position- Proper Sitting Position- Proper Walking Position- Proper Handshake
YPES OF INTERVIEW
Keys to the Successful Interview:DURING the Interview
Be prompt and prepared
Poise and body language
Answer the questions
Closing statements
Be Prompt and Prepared Arrive 10 to 15 minutes before the scheduled
interview time
Turn the cell phone OFF – vibrations make noise
Give a firm handshake, make eye contact, and smile when you are greeted
Bring extra copies of your resume and a list of references
Poise and Body Language Many interviewers will assess you based on:
Appropriate eye contact and posture Correctly pronouncing his/her name If you talk easily or are overly formal and reserved If you seem enthusiastic and confident
When greeted, introduce yourself and shake interviewer’s hand. Don’t sit until interviewer is seated
Never chew gum during an interview
Most employers agree that the first five minutes of an interview will tell them the most about a person
First impressions are important
Answering the Questions Speak slowly and clearly. Don’t be afraid to pause for a
moment to collect your thoughts
Listen and understand the interviewer’s questions before responding thoroughly yet concisely
Be honest- don’t try to cover up mistakes. Instead, focus on how you learned from them
Give positive nonverbal feedback to the interviewer Smile, be enthusiastic, showing a positive attitude
Avoid negative terms and comments when responding to questions. Stress positives
If asked an illegal question – Be tactful with an appropriate response
Closing Statements Be prepared with your closing statement
reiterating your interest and abilities
Be prepared to ask questions of the interviewer
The initial interview is NOT the time to ask about salary
Thank the interviewer and ask for a business card
After the Interview Send a thank-you note right away – a formal
response: card or note paper vs. e-mail
Jot down information about the interview and begin evaluating if this is the right job for you
Prepare for potential salary negotiations by researching salary information. The NACE Salary Calculator (available at careers.southernct.edu) is an excellent resource for salary information for most occupational areas.
Interviewing Types and Tips Screening Interview One-on-One Interview Panel Interview Peer Group Interview Luncheon Interview Second Interview Video/Video Conference Interview Telephone Interview
Interviewing Myths & Facts
Myth: The candidate with the best education, skills, and experience will get the job
Reality Check: Employers hire individuals for many different reasons. Education, skills, and experience are only a few of the several hiring criteria. If employers hired only on the basis of education, skills, and experience, they would not need to interview candidates. Such static information is available on applications and resumes. Employers interview because they want to see how you look and interact with them, how you would handle various work situations, and how well you fit into the organization.
Interviewing Myths & Facts
Myth: If the interviewer asks if I have any negatives or weaknesses, I should indicate I have none
Reality Check: You should be honest. Everyone has negatives. If you indicate you have none, the interviewer knows you are being less than candid. But neither should you blurt out your worst negatives. Identify a weakness and talk about how you are working to overcome it.
Interviewing Myths & Facts
Myth: I’ll be at a disadvantage because I’ll be nervous
Reality Check: If you practice some stress reduction techniques, such as taking deep breaths and focusing attention on the questions, you should be able to project confidence in the interview. Keep in mind, many interviewers are under pressure to hire the right candidate.
Interviewing Myths & Facts
Myth: Because I am a college student, I do not have the ability to negotiate a salary
Reality Check: You can prepare for salary negotiations by researching typical salary ranges prior to your interview. Ask the interviewer what would a person with my qualifications earn in this position, and let the employer introduce a number.
Interviewing Myths & Facts
Myth: My major goal in the interview is to get the job
Reality Check: Your major goal should be the same as the interviewer’s – gain useful information from which you can determine if this position and organization are a good fit.
When you walk in the room the very first impression you make on the interviewer can have a great influence on the rest of the interview.
It is important that you introduce yourself, shake hands, and are friendly. The first question is often a "breaking the ice" (establish a rapport) type of question. Don't be surprised if the interviewer asks you something like:
How are you today?
Did you have any trouble finding us?
What do you think of the weather lately?
QUESTION DURING INTERVIEW
Don't be surprised by the friendly tone. The interviewer wants to put you at ease (help you relax).
QUESTION DURING INTERVIEW
How are you today?
GOODI'm fine thank you, and you?I'm well thank you.
BADSo, soOKNot so wellWhat is most important?
QUESTION DURING INTERVIEW
experience and credentials (qualifications) is the most important part of any job interview.
• education from High School • special training• Experience
QUESTION DURING INTERVIEW
Education
Remember that your education took place in the past. Therefore you need to use the past tenses, for example:
I attended the University of STI from 2009 to 2013.
I graduated with a degree in COMPUTER ENGINEERING.
QUESTION DURING INTERVIEW
If you are currently a student you should use the following present tenses:
I am currently studying at the STI College Meycauayan and will graduate with a degree in Bachelor in Computer Science this April.
QUESTION DURING INTERVIEW
Remember to include any training you may have had when talking about your education. This includes any computer training, correspondence courses, etc.
Make sure to mention your English studies.
QUESTION DURING INTERVIEW
Experience and Qualifications
Work experience is by far the most important topic of any job interview• explain what experience you have in detail.
Employers want to know exactly what you did and how well you accomplished your tasks.
This is not the time to be modest. Be confident, and talk freely about your accomplishments in past employment.
QUESTION DURING INTERVIEW
The tenses you should use are the following:
When talking about current employment be careful to use the present perfect or present perfect continuous. This signals that you are still performing these tasks at your current job, for example:
Smith and Co. have employed me for the last 3 years as a salesperson.
I have been creating customer contacts for 6months.
QUESTION DURING INTERVIEW
When talking about past employers use the past tenses to signal that you are no longer working for that company, for example:
I was employed by Jackson's from 1989 to 1992 as a clerk.
I worked as a receptionist at the ABCDEFG Company while I was living in New York.
QUESTION DURING INTERVIEW
Talking about Responsibilities
Most importantly, you will need to demonstrate your qualifications and skills.
job skills that you have acquired in the past may not have been for the same exact job. Therefore, it is important to show how the capabilities you do have relate to the job you are applying for.
QUESTION DURING INTERVIEW
Use the Right Word
Below is a list of great verbs to help you express just exactly what you did with impressive vocabulary.
These verbs are used to express responsibilities and tasks performed:
actedaccomplishedadaptedadministeredadvancedadvised
ETC.
Prepare your documents Resume, cover letters, thank you notes
Research employers and jobs Company literature & websites Internet searches University and trade career offices
Design your search strategy Proactive search
Target and approach companies Networking
Reactive search Respond to adds
Build your Brand Practice Interviews Always follow up
FINDING A JOB
Decision Making