During the interview
Public Speaking
Preparing for the Interview
100

Should you have any gum in your mouth during the interview?

No, you should spit it out if you have any gum.

100

How should you see your audience as?

Treat them all as a single entity.

100

Where should you practice?

In front of a mirror or in front of others.

200

Should you always shake the interviewer's hand?

Not always watch the signals of the interviewer for a handshake or not

200

What should you find out about your audience in general?

Find out what they want to know/learn.

200

 How should you dress?

You should dress appropriately for the job you are interviewing for.

300

Should you touch anything on the interviewer’s desk?

No, it is some times disrespectful.

300

What should you find out about your audience before you give your speech?

Age/ do they know the subject/ What will their personality be like?

300

How should you practice?

Review common interview questions.

400

Should you sit down immediately once you arrive at the interview?

 No, you should wait until the interviewer tells you can.

400

What is one method you can use to help make sure your audience is participating?

Asking a question.

400

How early should you be?

About 15 minutes.

500

What should you refrain from doing during an interview?

 You should stop yourself from fidgeting and saying filler words like “um”

500

 While telling a story throughout or during the beginning of a speech, how long should it be?

Less than a minute.

500

What should you do while waiting?

Research about their company