Interviewing Tips

The following are some basic interviewing tips and ideas to remember and prepare you for interviews.

1. Bring 2-3 copies of resume to the interview.
2. Greet employer with a firm handshake, good eye contact and smile.
3. The first 10-15 seconds of the interview are the most crucial. First impression is crucial.
4. You may meet with more than one person in the process.
5. Stay positive. Attitude is everything.
6. Answer questions in terms of the open position.
7. You want to show yourself as skilled and at the same time convey your humanity. Someone with positive energy, ambition and a team player.

Arrive 10-15 minutes early for the interview.

• Gives you time to compose yourself.
• You may fill out an application.
• You are showing courtesy to the employer.

Fill out the application neatly and completely.

• A neat copy of references supplying names and numbers is a nice touch.
• Never put "see resume" on the application.
• Put "open" in the space for salary desired.

In The Interview:

• Ask the employer to describe the job.
• Any negative comments about past or present employers will rule you out. Total taboo!
• Keep answers complete and to the point. Do not give yes/no answers, but do not ramble.
• This is where you sell yourself, tell employer what you can do for them.
• Know your background - do not be robotic.
• Have 6-10 written questions ready to ask the employer.
• Know what your strengths are and how to support them.

Questions should pertain to:

• Company
• Position
• Interviewer
• Note: Listening is very important, let the employer talk and sell you on them.

Interviewing Questions should not pertain to:

• Salary
• Benefits
• Lunch hour.
• Unless the interviewer brings it up.

Phone Interview Tips

Employers use telephone interviews as a way of identifying and recruiting candidates for employment. Phone interviews are often used to screen candidates in order to narrow the pool of applicants who will be invited for in-person interviews. They are also used as way to minimize the expenses involved in interviewing out-of-town candidates.
While you're actively job searching, it's important to be prepared for a phone interview on a moment's notice. You never know when a recruiter or a networking contact might call and ask if you have a few minutes to talk. Review these tips, then take a look at our phone interview tips video for more advice on how to pull off your phone interview without a hitch.

Be Prepared to Interview 

Prepare for a phone interview just as you would for a regular interview. Compile a list of your strengths and weaknesses, as well as a list of answers to typical phone interview questions. In addition, plan on being prepared for a phone conversation about your background and skills.

• Keep your resume in clear view, on the top of your desk, or tape it to the wall near the phone, so it's at your fingertips when you need to answer questions.
• Have a short list of your accomplishments available to review.
• Have a pen and paper handy for note taking.
• Turn call-waiting off so your call isn't interrupted.
• If the time isn't convenient, ask if you could talk at another time and suggest some alternatives.
• Clear the room - evict the kids and the pets. Turn off the stereo and the TV. Close the door.
• Unless you're sure your cell phone service is going to be perfect, consider using a landline rather than your cell phone to avoid a dropped call or static on the line.

Practice Interviewing 

Talking on the phone isn't as easy as it seems. I've always found it's helpful to practice. Have a friend or family member conduct a mock interview and tape record it so you can see how you sound over the phone. Any cassette recorder will work. You'll be able to hear your "ums" and "uhs" and "okays" and you can practice reducing them from your conversational speech. Also rehearse answers to those typical questions you'll be asked.


During the Phone Interview

• Don't smoke, chew gum, eat, or drink.
• Do keep a glass of water handy, in case you need to wet your mouth.
• Smile. Smiling will project a positive image to the listener and will change the tone of your voice.
• Speak slowly and enunciate clearly.
• Use the person's title (Mr. or Ms. and their last name.) Only use a first name if they ask you to.
• Don't interrupt the interviewer.
• Take your time - it's perfectly acceptable to take a moment or two to collect your thoughts.
• Give short answers.
• Remember your goal is to set-up a face-to-face interview. After you thank the interviewer ask if it would be possible to meet in person.

After the Interview:

• Take notes about what you were asked and how you answered.
• Remember to say "thank you." Follow with a thank you note which reiterates your interest in the job.

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