First Impression
Should you brush your teeth before your interview?
YES: Hygiene is important
Is it ok to play music or watch tv during an interview?
NO: Background should be distraction free
Is it ok to bring your resume with you to your interview?
YES: You may need to look back at it to answer a question
Is a tank top ok to wear to an interview?
NO: Tank tops count as an undergarment and should not be seen
After the interview has concluded, should you thank your interviewer?
YES: always thank them for their time
What is one thing we can do to show the interviewer we are listening?
Make eye contact
How early should you be for your zoom interview?
5-10 minutes
How early should you be to an in person interview?
5-10 minutes
True or False: Wearing pants that have holes in them are ok to wear to an interview.
FALSE: It is not ok to wear clothes that have holes to an interview
True or False- If you are curious about or concerned with the position or work environment, you should not bring it up & just work it out later
FALSE: If you are worried about something, bring it up after the interview
Is it appropriate to interrupt your interviewer?
NO: Always allow them to finish before responding
True or Flase: You should turn off the lights before your zoom interview.
FALSE: You need good lighting so the interviewer could see your face
What should you bring to write with to an in person interview?
PEN
Should I wear a tuxedo to an interview for a janitor position?
NO: no need to over dress for the part
True or False: After the interview you should send the interviewer a greeting card.
FALSE: Thank you note or email
True or False- It's okay to call your interviewer "man," "dude" or "bro"
FALSE: Keep your language professional
How should you sit during a zoom interview?
Posture is important, sit up as straight as you can
What should you have during your interview, but kept on silent?
Your cell phone
Are closed toed shoes ok to wear to an interview?
YES
Should you call everyday after your interview to see if you got the job?
No, wait up to 3 to 5 days.
True or False- Only the interviewer is watching you.
FALSE: Anyone in the building could be asked about what they thought of you.
What should you do before you start your zoom interview?
check your background
What should you have 2 or more of in case the interviewer asks for them?
2 or more references
If you do not have interview clothes, who should you contact?
Supported Employment or Program Manager
Is it ok to ask the interviewer any questions you have about the job position?
Yes