A job interview is a meeting consisting of a conversation between a job applicant and a representative of an employer which is conducted to assess whether the applicant should be hired.
Be Punctual! Your success or failure in an interview can depend on the interviewer’s first impression of you. Research indicates that, on average, an interviewer decides to hire in just 5 and half minutes. If the first impression is not positive, it will be difficult to change the interviewer’s mind during the rest of the interview. Arrive five to ten minutes early to allow yourself time to collect your thoughts. Take the opportunity to observe the work environment. Keep your eyes and ears open.
ABe Presentable! Look professional, neat, clean, and well groomed. Select proper clothing for the type of organization interviewing you. If in doubt, be conservative. It is also advisable to keep fashion accessories to a minimum, to avoid wearing strong scents (if in-person), and to turn off devices such as cell phones and electronic organizers.
Be Polite! Greet each person with respect and professionalism. If the interview is in person, when you shake hands, make eye contact and smile. Handshakes should be firm but not aggressive; try to match the grip of the interviewer. It is good etiquette to wait to sit down until the interviewer invites you to do so.
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THE PURPOSE OF AN INTERVIEW
An interview is a mutual exchange of information between an employer and you, as a candidate for a position.
The primary objectives are to:
• Supplement resume information
• Show that you understand your strengths and weaknesses and have a sense of direction
• Enable the employer to evaluate your personality and attitudes in terms of the demands of the organization and the position
• Allow you to gain information about the organization and the job that is not available through other sources
• Give you and the employer an opportunity to discuss the desirability of further contact or an offer of employment
Preparing for an interview is more than memorizing answers to a list of potential questions. Truly, you never know what questions will be asked. For you to be fully ready, you must be able to look at your experiences – in school, on the job, on your own and see how it aligns with the specific to the position for which you are interviewing.
What does this entail?
1.Critical Thinking/Problem Solving
2.Teamwork/Collaboration
3.Professionalism/Work Ethic
The more prepared you are going into an interview, the more likely you will be able to put your best foot forward. The key to good interviewing is to demonstrate your personal competence by answering questions with confidence.
As you prepare for your next interview, please keep in mind these common interview questions.
THE PURPOSE OF AN INTERVIEW
An interview is a mutual exchange of information between an employer and you, as a candidate for a position.
The primary objectives are to:
• Supplement resume information
• Show that you understand your strengths and weaknesses and have a sense of direction
• Enable the employer to evaluate your personality and attitudes in terms of the demands of the organization and the position
• Allow you to gain information about the organization and the job that is not available through other sources
• Give you and the employer an opportunity to discuss the desirability of further contact or an offer of employment
THE PURPOSE OF AN INTERVIEW
An interview is a mutual exchange of information between an employer and you, as a candidate for a position.
The primary objectives are to:
• Supplement resume information
• Show that you understand your strengths and weaknesses and have a sense of direction
• Enable the employer to evaluate your personality and attitudes in terms of the demands of the organization and the position
• Allow you to gain information about the organization and the job that is not available through other sources
• Give you and the employer an opportunity to discuss the desirability of further contact or an offer of employment