HIRE ME!

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HIRE ME!

• Will you get the job?

2
Before the Interview

• Research the company
• Practice interviewing with a friend
• Prepare 3 questions to ask about the job/company
• Make sure your clothes are clean and appropriate
• Know where you are going.

3
Appearance Matters

• Dress conservatively
• Try to dress one step above the company standard
• Cover all tattoos
• Remove extra piercings
• Keep make up and accessories to a minimum
• Make sure your shoes are clean shined.

4
Getting to the Interview

• Rehearse your route
• Call to reschedule as soon as possible
• Arrive 15 minutes early
• Check yourself in the restroom
• Review your materials
• Be respectful and courteous to the gate keeper

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Greetings

• Give a firm, confident handshake
• Maintain eye contact SMILE
• Listen to pronunciation of interviewersname
• Always address interviewer by title (Ms. Mrs.
  Mr. Dr.) and last name until invited to do
  otherwise.
• Appear upbeat and confident
• Wait until you are asked to be seated
• Sit still in your chair avoid fidgeting and
  slouching. Hands on your lap.
• SMILE SMILE SMILE SMILE

6
The Interview Opening

• Be prepared to engage in limited small talk
• Deliver your 60 sec. infomercial with poise and
  confidence
• Be prepared to mention some facts about the
  company
• Keep the focus on how you can help the company

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Responding to Questions

• Take a moment to formulate your answers
• Be brief, but complete
• Provide concrete examples that demonstrate your
  skills
• Focus on the company
• When asked about a challenge or weakness be
  honest and describe the steps you have taken to
  remedy the problem

8
Interview Donts

• Cell phones OFF
• Dont eat, chew gum or bring your own beverage to
  the interview
• Be respectful
• Try not to fidget
• Use common sense

9
Asking Questions

• Prepare at least three questions to ask
• Bring your research into your questions
• Show you are thinking about your future
• Ask for clarification about something already
  discussed

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Illegal Questions

• Illegal questions are discriminatory
• Age, gender, church affiliation, marriage,
  children, etc.
• You dont have to answer
• Ask how it pertains to the job
• Answer the question directly
• If those questions are asked do you really want
  to work there?

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After the Interview

• Write and send a thank you note within 48 hours
  of the interview
• You can type, hand write or email your thanks
• Directly reference items you discussed
• Include an action statement