Dressing for the Interview
Can I wear flip flops to a job interview?
Nope! You will need dress shoes.
Should I show up early for a job interview?
Yes! About 15 minutes early is best.
How often should I check my email after applying for a job?
At least once a day, but probably a few times a day is better. If you miss an email asking you to attend an interview, you probably won't get the job!
During a regular year, where do Pulley students eat their lunches?
At the West Potomac High School cafeteria.
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Can I wear a hat during a job interview?
Nope! No hats at all.
Is it ok to tap my foot at a job interview?
No. Try to keep your feet flat on the floor. Practice before the interview what it means to sit still.
Should I answer my phone if I am applying for jobs?
Yes! A lot of people like to let calls go to voicemail, but you should always answer them when applying for jobs.
Also make sure that you have voicemail set up on your phone!
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What kind of shoes should you wear for a job interview?
Typically dress shoes-no sneakers.
Should I use a strong body wash before a job interview.
No! Definitely shower, but don't use any strong scents like cologne or perfume either.
How many times should I call or email after a job interview to say thank you?
Just once. You don't want to bug people.
When and where is the graduation for Pulley students this year?
Friday, May 28th. It will be in the auditorium at West Potomac High School. Only participating seniors will be there. All other students will not attend school-no classes.
This Steven Spielberg movie, a remake of the epic battles between the Sharks and the Jets, is based loosely on the Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.
If I can't tie my necktie, what can I do?
Ask someone for help, learn on YouTube, use a clip on or zipper tie, etc.
I don't have time to brush my teeth before the interview. Is that ok?
No! You absolutely need to brush your teeth and then wash your hands before leaving the house.
Tell us what you would write in response to this email from a potential employer:
Hello (you name)! Thank you for applying for the position at Kohl's online. We would like to schedule you for an interview tomorrow at 12:30 pm. Are you available then?
Ms. Smith
Answers may vary:
Hello Ms. Smith. Thank you for your email. I can attend the interview tomorrow at 12:30 pm. If you should need to reach me by phone, my number is (571) 555-1212. I appreciate this opportunity and am looking forward to speaking with you then.
Thank you,
(your name)
Will you go on CBI next year at Pulley?
Bonus: what does CBI stand for?
Probably! In the years past we have taken the local busses and trains to areas like banks, grocery stores, restaurants, Target, Pentagon City Mall, and even the Torpedo Factory!
Name one tropical U.S. territory in the Caribbean Sea that is not a state, but it is part of the United States!
Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands!
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What is business casual?
Nicer clothes, but not a suit. Dress pants, no jeans, and a dressier top. Could include sweaters depending upon where you work.
With COVID currently being a problem in the world, will I have to shake hands at a job interview?
No, but in the future you will when things go back to normal (and they will)!
Does sending a thank you email that is professionally written make you more likely to get the job?
Probably! Just like bringing a copy of your resume makes you stand out (because other people might not have), saying thank you will make you look more professional.
What is the entrance number at the front of the building at Pulley?
#11
This classic Italian dessert is flavored with cocoa and espresso and does not require baking.