The Basics
How many minutes should I arrive before my interview?
10-15 minutes beforehand to mentally prepare.
It is appropriate to wear sweats and a t-shirt for an interview
False
-Business attire is appropriate for an interview
What is your greatest strength?
A good way to answer this would be a positive trait of yourself that can be related to the job you are interviewing for.
Talking badly about this can hinder your chances of getting the job
Talking negatively about previous job
This section of your resume lists most recent jobs.
Work Experience
I should bring copies of this to my interview
Resume
Colors to wear associated with proffessionalism
white, blue, black, or grey
What is your greatest weakness?
A good way to respond would be to identify a productivity area you needed to improve on but have gotten better at and discuss how you would continue to enhance it.
ex) "i used to struggle with public speaking but I've taken on small group presentations to improve alot and it has helped me a lot.
Lack of preparation
Not knowing much about the job position or company.
You list this to show academic background
Education
What do I do at the end of an interview?
Firm handshake and say thank you for your time
This should be neatly groomed and not distracting
facial hair, and hair
Why did you leave your last job?
-Be honest but positive, do not put the blame on your last job. Focus more on what goal you are moving toward.
Arriving too early or too late may show what?
Inconsiderateness or lack of interest
This section should be at the top of your resume section
Contact information
It is a good idea to do this about the company/Job before the interview
Research the company and job position
True or False:
My shirt should be free from wrinkles and stains
True, wardrobe should be clean and fresh
Why do you want to work here?
Show that you have some knowledge of the job you are interviewing for. Connect the values of the company to your goals and interests.
What shows poor communication skills?
Rambling answers, going off-topic, and not leeting the interviewer speak
True or False:
Listing too many unrelated jobs or this kind of outdated experience can hurt your resume
True, you should not include irreveleant or old work history.
Most important thing to do before interview day
Practice, prepare or rehearse
These type of shoes can hurt a first impression
Sandals, flip flops, dirty sneakers
Do you have any questions for us?
Always say "Yes" and ask a thoughful question about the job. This shows that you have interest and may make you stand out from other potential applicants.
What shows lack of confidence or interest?
lacking eye contact, showing closed off body language
What can make a resume look unprofessional?
Lack of organized formatting and grammar or spelling mistakes