today’s… do now: get interview packet & hand in resume/cover –...

TODAY’S…

DO NOW: Get interview packet & hand in resume/cover – bus.card/reference/website Write a 30second -1-minute “elevator pitch” / “story of you” that would be

appropriate to tell a potential employer. Think about… Why an employer would want to hire you? What you have to offer in terms of experiences, credentials, personality Accomplishments to support your interest in your industry of choice A statement of why you want to work in industry of choice

OBJECTIVES: Types of interviews & what employers want HW: Answer ALL interview questions – written or typed – have

printed copy for class

RESUME FOLLOW UP

FOLLOWING UP AFTER A RESUME

Continue to give positive impression & professionalism

Stick to the employer’s instructions No f/u before “close date”

1 – 2 weeks after resume submitted By email or phone **give an additional piece of info that speaks to

your qualifications**

FOLLOWING UP AFTER A RESUME

QUESTIONS TO ASK Has a hiring decision been made yet? Can you tell me what to expect next in terms of the hiring

process? What is the company’s timeframe for filling this position? Could I follow up in another week if you haven’t had the

chance to contact me yet? Can I provide any additional information regarding my

qualifications for the position?

WHAT DOES A FOLLOW UP DO?

You’re sincerely interested in working for the company

Persistent in pursuing your goals

INTERVIEWSChapter 19

WHAT IS AN INTERVIEW?

A formal meeting where you and a prospective

employer ask questions and exchange information

Employer objective Your objective

REMEMBER…

The process takes TIME! Start preparation & research EARLY – the best jobs go to

the best prepared candidates Check the name, spelling, and pronunciation of

interviewer

THE 3-STEP PROCESS

1. PREPARE- Research & Practice

2. ACT PROFESSIONALLY- first impressions; appropriate dress; body language; proper English

3. FOLLOW UP- send a thank you!

INTERVIEW MEDIA

Phone Email Virtual systems Video conferencing

BE PREPARED! Resume, cover letter,

references, business card NOTES:

Key points to make

Questions to ask

Positive, alert tone

TYPES OF INTERVIEWS

STRUCTUREDUNSTRUCTURED / OPEN-ENDED

Questions in a predetermined order

ID those who don’t meet basic job criteria

Easy for team to compare answers

Line of questioning adapted based on answers and questions

More conversant

TYPES OF INTERVIEWS

PANEL GROUP

Meet with several interviewers

Each person has a different perspective

Tailor responses for each interviewer

Several candidates interview simultaneously

Observe how candidates interact with potential peers

TYPES OF INTERVIEWS

BEHAVIORAL SITUATIONAL Asked to relate specific incidents

and experiences from your past [job-related success, challenges,

heavy workloads, etc.] PREPARE – summarize the

situation, actions you took, outcome

Best predictor of job success **most common**

“Describe a time where you disagreed with a co-worker and the outcome”

Questions focus on how you would handle various hypothetical situations on the job

Most likely related to the job applied for

PREPARE – know about the position

“How would you handle a situation with an unhappy client?”

TYPES OF INTERVIEWS

WORKING STRESS

Most realistic Perform job-related activity

Solve a business problem

Role – play Make a presentation

Example: Teacher interivew

Questions made to unsettle you

Long periods of silence, criticism, interruption, hostile reactions, etc.

WHY? Show how you handle stressful situations OVERCOME: recognize

what’s happening; collect your thoughts; respond confidently

WHAT DO EMPLOYERS WANT?

Know you can handle the responsibilities of the position Academics Work experience Personality

Will you be a good fit in the organization and target position Personal background Attitude Personality corresponds to job atmosphere [confident, dedicated, positive, curious, courteous,

ethical, non-selfish]