Interviewing Strategies & Skills

Day of the interviewFresh shower, well groomedLeave plenty of time for mishapsEat prior to the interviewAvoid too much caffeine and sugarArrive early15 minutes ample time too early makes interviewers nervousWhen arriving a business, be courteous to all employees

The interview processCasual conversationHow was the traffic?, did you find us O.K.?Down to businessActual interview beginsListen, buzzwords, new info.Employer will discuss company/positionProceed to ask questions about skills, etc.Behavioral questions (situation)End by asking if you have questions

The interview processClosing the interviewEmployer initiatesStanding up, shaking handsThank-you for interviewingLet employer know you are interestedPrepare closing statementThank you for taking the time to interview me, Im very interested in this position...

Tricky Questionsa.k.a.. behavioral questions

Behavioral Interview TechniquesSTAR METHODS - situationT - taskA - actionR - result

Behavioral Interview QuestionsGive me an example of a problem you encountered & how you handled it?Give me an example of a time when you faced a lot of obstacles to achieving a goalTalk about a stressful situation youve experiencedTell me about a time when youve been a team player..Tell me about a project or role that youve taken on that is outside your job description.Tell me about a situation when you took the ball & ran with it.How have you handled situations in which you had to deal with something that you're not totally comfortable with?How do you build your confidence?Give me an example of how youve failedTell me about a time when youve had to challenge authority...

Follow-upSending a thank-you notewithin 24 hourshand writtencomputer generatedExpect to hear within 7-10 work days

The verdictJob is offered to youThank you for calling, Ill get back to you with my decision by the end of the day..Job is not offeredThank you for taking the time to interview me..

Comments / QuestionsRemember to be yourselfEveryone is nervousBe prepared

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