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Preparedness
Preparedness
How much earlier should you arrive to your interview?
A. 15 minutes
B. 30 minutes
C. 5 minutes
A. 15 minutes
**B. 30 minutes works too if you want to give yourself time to prepare.
What is something you want to make sure to say out loud, right away and often to remember and show that you can listen?
The persons name
What are the 3 C's of speaking in an interview?
A. Cute, Calm and Charming
B. Clear, Calm and Collected
C. Crazy, Cold and Cutthroat
Clear
Calm
Collected
YES or NO (why?)
Is it a good idea to smoke before an interview?
No. The smell of smoke can be off putting for people so you don't want to go into an interview smelling like smoke.
TRUE or FALSE
If you are feeling confident its ok to go into your interview without practicing?
FALSE
You should always review your responses with yourself. Even the most confident will stumble sometimes
TRUE or FALSE?
When in an interview make sure you sit as comfortably as possible because you will be sitting there for a long time.
FALSE!
Its important to be mindful of your posture. Sit straight up, straight back, feet flat, hands in lap and neck/head facing the interviewer. Sitting like this can feel uncomfortable but it looks professional.
What do you call the following words when referring to an interview?
We Team-player Initiative
Flexible Proactive Opportunity
Strength Goals Reliable
Buzzwords
YES or NO (why?)
Is it helpful to be kind to the receptionist (person who will announce your arrival)?
Yes!
If you get the job, you will want to have an ally there. Being kind will be a great start!
Give 3 examples of unprofessional attire for ladies or gentleman?
ladies: skirts/dresses that end at the thigh, strappy clothing, bright colors, hoops, open toed shoes, revealing tops, torn clothing, flashy jewelry etc.
gentlemen: saggy pants, bright colors, hats, open toed shoes, clothing with logos, flashy jewelry, etc.
Maintaining eye contact is a great way to establish?
A. That you are no one to mess with
B. That you have a staring problem
C. Confidence
C. Confidence
TRUE or FALSE
It is completely appropriate to think of what you are going to say for your next response while you are being spoken to.
FALSE
YES or NO (why?)
Is it ok to have anything in your mouth during an interview?
No!
Its distracting. Throw out your gum, mint or candy out before you begin your interview
Give 2 reasons why its a good habit to give yourself plenty of time to prepare and get to your interview?
*practice
*dress your best
*drive safely
*get to the interview early to ensure being on time
* hype yourself up to keep from getting too nervous
Even if you are nervous, remember to ____________!
You want to let the other person know you appreciate being given the opportunity and you are engaged in the conversation.
SMILE
What social media platform might be inappropriate or unprofessional to share with a superior?
All of them
*Unless career related like LinkedIn
YES or NO (why?)
Is it a good idea to be mindful of your nervous habits?
(hair twirling, cheek chewing, foot taping, moving hands, lack of eye contact, saying UMM/ LIKE/ YOU KNOW WHAT IM SAYING)
Yes!
Being mindful of these habits will only improve your interview skills. Practice!
Which ones are important/not important to have with you in an interview?
Gum, a pen, tissue for your nose, chapstick, copies of your resume, your phone and an ID
important: a pen, copies of your resume, and your ID
not imprtant: gum, tissue, chapstick, phone
*Turn phone on silent!
TRUE or FALSE
If you make a good connection its ok to make a secret handshake?
TRICK QUESTION!
*Points for either
Give 3 examples of inappropriate language
cursing
extremely personal information
political/religious views
medical information unless pertains to position
etc....
YES or NO (why?)
Is it important to have your references at the interview? They will ask you for them when they need them, right?
Yes!
Always have 3 ready! 2 professional and 1 personal. Be prepared with their first and last name, phone number and email.
*Make sure they are reliable