The Job Interview
What are the two things you should brush?
hair and teeth
Arrive early or right on time?
Early. (Early is on time, on time is late, and late is unacceptable)
What is your "contact info?"
Your phone number & email
What does being punctual mean?
Being on time.
The __________ is always right
The customer
When speaking to the interviewer, look them in the ____.
Eye
You've done this kind of work before - do you listen to the boss explain the job?
Yes because every job is a little bit different and the boss might have their own way of doing things
What are "references?"
Names and contact info for people who will speak well of you
What does reliable mean?
Doing what you're expected to do when you're expected to do it
______ is the best policy
Honesty is the best policy
To smile or not to smile?
Smile!
The boss asks you to do something that is outside your usual duties. Do you do it?
Yes, you're there to work no matter the tasks
What is your "education?"
Where you went to school & any extra classes or training you've had
What is teamwork?
Working well with others
If you don't know how to do something should you try it anyway or ask for help?
Ask for help
When the interviewer is speaking you should ________ to her
Listen
The boss asks you to stay a few minutes late to help her with something. What do you say?
You say yes - employers like people who are helpful
What are "skills?"
Abilities & experiences you've had, like computer skills, working with children, communication skills
What kind of attitude should you have?
A positive attitude
You made a mistake. Do you tell the boss or try to cover it up?
Tell the boss. Everyone makes mistakes and it's better to be honest
You should ask _______
questions
You don't get along with a coworker - should you talk to the boss about it or just ignore them hoping it will be okay?
Talk to the boss - they'd much rather know about a potential problem before it arises
Name 4 parts of your resume
Contact info, references, skills, education
What is initiative?
Doing work you know needs to be done without being asked
Name some magic words of politeness
Please and thank you