impressive interviewing - march 2016
TRANSCRIPT
![Page 1: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/1.jpg)
Sarah Rach-Sovich
Impressive Interviewing
![Page 2: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/2.jpg)
![Page 3: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/3.jpg)
Notes About Preparation…
Every interview is different
Each interviewer has their own style
You can never be certain…
![Page 4: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
![Page 5: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/5.jpg)
![Page 6: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
You are creating impressions…
The way you present yourself makes a statement about how you feel about yourself
Nonverbal communication = 85%
The impression you make = Your BRAND!
![Page 7: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
What to wear?
Expected over unexpected To be safe…dress one level
above the norm for that jobNot just at the
interview!
![Page 8: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/8.jpg)
![Page 9: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/9.jpg)
Other influences
Hair Color & Style Tattoos & Body Piercings Facial hair Make-up Fragrance Breath
Jewelry Shoes & Socks Clothing Fit Cleanliness Hands/Fingernails Handshake
![Page 10: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/10.jpg)
Do your homework!
![Page 11: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/11.jpg)
Key info you should know
Company goals and mission Company history Products and/or services offered Recent changes How YOU fit in to all this!
![Page 12: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/12.jpg)
How do you get this info?
Start with the company website Online searches (Google)Social Media sitesCompany brochures/flyersMagazines, newspapers, trade journalsTalk with employees
Schedule an observation/tour/informational interview
![Page 13: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/13.jpg)
Today is the day!
![Page 14: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/14.jpg)
![Page 15: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/15.jpg)
What to bring…
Folder or briefcase
Materials for the committee:
Pre-filled application
Resume & cover letter copies
Extras – letters, work samples
PenList of questions to ask
PortfolioGood attitude!!
![Page 16: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/16.jpg)
When you arrive
Arrive early… but not too earlyBe polite and professional with everyone Make eye contactFirm handshake
![Page 17: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/17.jpg)
Creating a positive impression…
80% of hiring decisions are based on whether they like you and think you will be a good “fit”
![Page 18: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/18.jpg)
![Page 19: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/19.jpg)
How else can you display “fit”?
Energy levelEnthusiasmEye contactAttentiveness Listening skills
Speech Promptness ProfessionalismGenuine/AuthenticHumor
![Page 20: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/20.jpg)
Body Language to Avoid
Crossed arms Biting nails Looking off into space Fidgeting
Dishonest Disinterested Lacking in confidence
*Typically people aren’t even aware…
![Page 21: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/21.jpg)
Helpful Body Language
Good posture Sit attentively Lean a bit forward Maintain eye contact Feet flat on floor Hands in your lap
![Page 22: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/22.jpg)
Great…. But what do I say??
![Page 23: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/23.jpg)
Clydesdale and Donkey
![Page 24: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/24.jpg)
Which would you rather…?
![Page 25: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/25.jpg)
Have an idea how you will answer Naturally and conversationally What CAN you do & what CAN you offer What have you learned and how you
overcome challenges Prove it! Speak the truth Expect the unexpected
Helpful Tips
![Page 26: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/26.jpg)
Do you care about this
job??
These are basic interview questions. If you have not
prepared an answer it will be assumed that you do not, in fact,
care about the job!
![Page 27: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/27.jpg)
Tell me about yourself…
Provide a brief introduction & career summary Why are you interested in this position/company Tie your response to the needs of the
organization
![Page 28: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/28.jpg)
![Page 29: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/29.jpg)
What are your strengths?
PROVE IT!Pick a coupleand…
![Page 30: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/30.jpg)
![Page 31: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/31.jpg)
What are your weaknesses?
A “Challenge”
Do NOT choose something integral to the job Don’t forget to mention HOW YOU HAVE fixed
this or CURRENTLY ARE improving on this
![Page 32: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/32.jpg)
![Page 33: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/33.jpg)
Other Questions…
![Page 34: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/34.jpg)
Why this job?
![Page 35: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/35.jpg)
Why did you leave your last job?
Reduction in workforce Involuntarily separated
FOCUS ON: The positives Desired a more
challenging position Desire a job that offers
people contact
![Page 36: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/36.jpg)
Seriously?! Don’t let this happen to you!
![Page 37: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/37.jpg)
Behavioral Interviewing Questions
Tell me about a time when… Give me an example of… Describe a situation where…
![Page 38: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/38.jpg)
STAR Method
Situation: describe the situation – could be from a past job, a volunteer experience, or any relevant event
Task: what was the task that you needed to accomplish
Action: describe the action you took and be sure to keep the focus on you. Even if you are discussing a group project, describe what you did
Result: What happened? How did the event end? What did you accomplish? What did you learn?
![Page 39: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/39.jpg)
Difficult co-worker?
![Page 40: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/40.jpg)
More questions…
![Page 41: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/41.jpg)
Why should we choose you?
![Page 42: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/42.jpg)
Prove it!
![Page 43: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/43.jpg)
![Page 44: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/44.jpg)
Do you have any questions for us?
NEVER say…
Should come from your natural curiosityDon’t ask questions the website can
answerUse this opportunity to share more!
![Page 45: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/45.jpg)
AVOID these…
What sort of perks do you offer? What does your company do? My last boss was a real %$#*! My feet are killing me! I got fired from my last position. I just want a job -- any job!
![Page 46: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/46.jpg)
Be yourself!!Humor, warmth and personality
Show interest and enthusiasmBe flexible/adaptableLifelong learningReiterate your interest in the job
![Page 47: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/47.jpg)
Set yourself apart!
![Page 48: Impressive Interviewing - March 2016](https://reader036.vdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022062523/58837a4d1a28ab22688b6291/html5/thumbnails/48.jpg)
Always send a
Thank You!