Extras
How long does an interview last on average?
The average interview lasts between 20 minutes to 45 minutes.
When should you arrive to your interview?
At least 10 minutes early, but no more than 30 minutes early.
What does an interviewer want to know when they ask you the question "Tell me about yourself"?
The interviewer wants a pitch from you that includes a brief picture of your past, present, and future goals.
Where do you go to research companies you are interviewing to work for?
The companies websites about page.
What does the 'S' stand for in the STAR method?
Situation
Is it important to have flexibility with your availability?
Yes. Having a flexible availability will increase the likelihood of you getting a job offer.
What are types of footwear you should avoid wearing to the interview?
Flip flops, sandals, open toe shoes, barefoot.
How should you talk about previous employers during an interview?
Always positive. Even if you've had disagreements or conflicts with previous employers you should never speak poorly of them. It is unprofessional.
What are good places to look for jobs online?
Job search engines; Indeed, Monster, Snagajob ECT. Company websites.
What does the 'T' stand for in the STAR method?
Task
What are two important steps to take while preparing for your interview?
Accepted answers: Practice common interview questions. Review your job history. Research the company you're applying for. Prepare your outfit.
Will accept other appropriate answers.
Should you wear fragrance to your interview?
What are the rules of eye contact during an interview?
You should make strong eye contact, but avoid staring. Staring might make your interviewer uncomfortable and reduce the chances of you being offered a job.
What documents should you present when applying for jobs?
Resumes and cover letters.
What does the 'A' stand for in the STAR method?
Action
Do the color of your clothes matter during an interview?
Yes. You want to avoid wearing load and distracting colors during an interview. The same rule goes for the patterns on your clothing.
What are interviewers looking for in a candidate?
Interviewers are looking for a qualified candidate that will fit in well with their team.
If you have been fired from a previous job and an interview asks, how should you answer?
If you have been fired from a previous job you should be honest about it. You should also take responsibility and convey what you learned from the experience. Do not say bad things about previous employers.
How long should your resume and cover letters be?
A single page. No longer than two pages.
What does the 'R' stand for in the STAR method?
Result
What are the hygiene musts you should do before an interview?
Take a shower. Brush your teeth. Fix your hair. Have clean clothes. Clip those fingernails.
Other creative answers will be accepted.
What is more important, getting all of the interview questions "right" or making a connection with the interviewer?
While it is important to answer interview questions well, making a connection with your interviewer, and showing them that your personality and work ethic will be an asset to the company is more likely to land you the job.
What are some things you should do to steady your nerves during or before an interview?
Focus on your breathing before the interview.
Recognize that the interview should be a two way conversation and not only about getting questions "right"
Be aware of what you're doing with your body; tapping feet, rocking in your chair, slouching, avoiding eye contact ect.
What is a cover letter?
A cover letter is a letter of introduction to a company to try to motivate them to give you an interview.
This is the kind of question you want to use the STAR method to answer.
Behavioral