Interview Skills
How can you search for a job?
Job Websites, Newspaper, Family/Friends/Teachers
What should you never discuss during work hours?
Personal life/drama, or any gossip.
What are some ways to communicate with coworkers?
Email, Telephone, Texting, and Body Language etc...
Why is it important to dress professionally in the workplace?
Shows you care about your job and want to keep it.
How should you dress for an interview?
Nice clothing; no jeans, tee shirts, flip flops
Have neat hair, minimal make-Up, perfume and jewlery.
What are some examples of inappropriate clothing you should not wear for job interview?
Revealing clothes, high heels, bathing suits, sweatpants, underwear showing, holes in your clothing, lots of jewelry and cologne/perfume.
What are some examples of professional body language during an interview?
Smiling with confidence
Sitting up straight, feet on the floor
Good eye contact
What are some ways to practice professional boundaries?
No touching
Leave other's belongings alone
Respect co-workers outside of work
You need to talk with your boss about an issue but your schedules are different. What should you do?
Schedule a meeting time that works for both of you.
What is the one of first things an employer or customer will notice when you walk through the door?
How you are dressed and your body language.
How should you end your interview?
Firm handshake*, thank them for their time, send thank you letter, etc...
How should you handle conflict in the workplace?
Stay calm; try to work it out with the other person. If you can't, talk to your supervisor.
Why is communication important when working in groups?
So that team members can help each other, and get the job done.
If you don't know what to wear to your job, what can you do?
You can ask the employer or read the dress code in the employee handbook.