The Interview
5-10 minutes early
What time should you arrive at a job interview?
I understand that this company is Number One in making widgets.
What is a way to demonstrate that you have researched the company?
Turning off your cell phone, bring current references and contact information.
What are things to do before the interview?
Yes, Mam, No thank you, May I call you by your first name?
What are examples of good manners on an interview?
When do I start? How much will I make an hour? How long do I have to be here before I can take vacation time?
What are things you should not ask at first interview?
a resume, references,phone numbers
What are things to bring to a job interview?
My religion,my martial status, my sexual preferences
What are questions that should not be asked at a job interview?
Contact people and ask if you may use them as a reference.
What is making sure your references are still available?
I have been known to stay late to complete a project,occasionally I take work home to review it or complete it, I like to complete projects/ assignments that I start.
What are some reasons we should hire you?
Yo, man I heard you need some help here, I'm your girl, my friend works here and she says she sits around gossiping all day, hey do you have a toothpick I have broccoli in my teeth.
What time of familiar language (slang) should you avoid at an interview?
a cold, wet fish
What is how not to shake hands with an interviewer?
How much would I be making per hour, how many vacation days do I start out with?
What are questions not to ask at a first interview?
Make sure you have the current address, time and the name of the person you are meeting with.
What are things that will help you arrive on time?
minimal make-up, clean shaven, shirt with a collar,no sneakers, no tight fitting dresses or skirts.
What is appropriate attire for a job interview?
a phone call, a handwritten note, an e-mail
What are things you should do to follow up an interview?
How long has the company been in operation?
What is a way to show your interest in the organization?
Arrive on time,dress appropriately,shake hands
What are ways to make a good first impression?
the product the company makes, who are you meeting with, the company's ranking.
What are 3 things you can do to impress the interviewer?
I am able to make change without a cash register, I arrive on time, I believe the customer is always right,I give plenty of notice when I know I have to miss a day of work.
Why should I consider you for this position?
the newspaper, the library, on-line, your friends and family members
Where are places to locate current job openings?
I'm looking for a place where I can expand my skills
What is why are you leaving your current job?
The number of employees,the number of accident free days,the employees are able to purchase stock in the company.
What are examples that demonstrate that you have researched the company's background
Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Have you ever worked for this company in the past? What type of salary would you need to join our company? Does your present employer know you are looking at other options for employment?
What are questions an interviewer might ask.
I have experience delegating assignments, my co-workers think I am a good listener, I understand that my ideas or ways are not always the best.
What experience do you have in supervising other staff?
He's an idiot, he docked me an hour's pay for being 10 minutes late, he thinks he owns the place, she bosses me around like I'm her personal assistant,he always calls me Sugar or Babe.
What are things you should not say about a past or present boss.