General
What should you bring to an interview?
Your resume
Dress as if you are applying to a position 1 step higher than the position you are actually applying for
Name 2 things you would include to answer the questions: Why do you want to work here?
- how your strengths/skills match the job description
- something you like about the store/job
- talk about your values
If your interview starts at 3:00pm, what time should you arrive?
2:40-2:50pm
Identify a hype person to boost confidence before and after an interview
Name anyone(:
What are 2 ways to prepare for an interview?
- practice with someone
- research the company
- look up practice questions online
- practice in a mirror
- Go to the worksite before, so you know where to go
False
It is important to feel comfortable in your clothes! And unfortunately, some employers have turned teens away for wearing baggy jeans. How can you include your personal style into interview attire?
True or false: If you don't know how to answer a question, it is okay to say, "Let me take a moment to think about that." before giving your answer.
True
At what point does the interview start?
As soon as you come in the door
How does food help prepare you for an interview?
Food give your brain and body energy! High protein foods help balance your blood sugar, which, in turn, can aid with preventing anxiety or a change of mood.
Ex: Eggs, yogurt, chicken sandwich, nuts
What is a transferable skill?
A skill that you've built in your personal life/work life/school life that can be used in the workplace.
Ex: responsibility - "I take care of household chores at the beginning and end of every day. This responsibility prepares me to complete all the daily tasks of work"
True or false: You should dress the same for a dog walking interview and a hotel front desk receptionist interview.
False
Clean fitted denim with a collared shirt or blouse may be appropriate for a dog walking position. Nice pants and a button up shirt may be more appropriate for a hotel front desk reception position.
What is 1 scenario can you use to answer the question: How do you handle conflict or a disagreement?
- give an example of how you worked through different opinions in a school group project
- when you worked out a disagreement with a friend/family member/teacher
- if nothing comes to mind, describe your plan on how you would approach conflict
If you receive an email asking to schedule an interview, how soon should you respond?
Within 24-48 hours
What is your "Walk-Out" song?
name any song
What type of body language shows engagement during an interview?
- head nodding
- upright posture
- eye contact
- smiling when appropriate
-Laughing at interviewer's jokes
What should you do if you do not know what to wear to an interview?
Ask the interviewer via email or trusted adult
What is a tip for answering the question: What is one of your weaknesses?
Example: "Sometimes I struggle with time management, but I have been setting reminders in my phone to help me be on time for important things like this interview."
When responding to a scheduling email, who should you address the message to?
The hiring manager or the name listed in the email you are responding to
Your interview is on a Tuesday. Which night is it most important to get the best sleep?
Sunday night.
Getting a good or bad night of sleep has the greatest effect on not the next day, but the day after.
A thank you note or email.
If you need support getting clothes for an interview, who can you ask?
Friends or family
OTTP (at the OTTP office, there is a clothing bank with interview clothes of different styles and sizes!)
Please answer: Tell me about yourself.
full points if you give 3 talking points
half points if you give 1 talking point
What are factors to consider/think about when scheduling an interview time? (name 3)
- commute to location
- ability to find location
- time it takes from leaving your door to arriving at the interview door
- parking?
- do you have any obligations after proposed interview time?
Name 2 ways to cope with stress or anxiety before and during the interview.
- breathing exercises
- superman pose
- positive self-talk
- exercise
- fidget (fidget ring for during interview)