HIRE ME

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HIRE ME

• Will you get the job?

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Basic Rules of the Game

• Everyone begins on start
• You cant go back past start
• At the beginning of each turn, every player rolls
  the dice
• Follow the instructions on the slide
• Record notes on proper interview techniques based
  on each turn
• Winners who reach the Youre Hired space (or
  progress the furthest) will receive 2 bonus
  participation points

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Before the Interview

• If you rolled a
• 1 Move 2 spaces. You are well prepared
• 2 or 3 Move 1 space. You are ready, but stayed
  up late watch reruns of Survivor Cleveland
• 4 or 5 or 6 Stay where you are because you
  didnt prepare at all and you have 10 minutes to
  make it downtown

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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

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Appearance Does Matter

• If you rolled a .
• 1 or 2 Stay where you are. Did you sleep in
  those clothes?
• 3, 4, or 5 Move ahead 1 space. You piercings
  are off putting
• 6 Move 2 spaces. You are neat and professional

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Appearance Does Matter

• 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

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Getting to the Interview

• If you rolled a .
• 1 or 6 Move ahead one space. You arrived 15
  minutes early, but you look a but rushed
• 2 or 4 Stay where you are. The administrative
  assistant is not a date prospect or your servant
• 3 or 5 Move ahead two spaces. You are refreshed
  and ready to go!

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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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Other First Impressions

• If you rolled a
• 1 or 2 Move ahead 1 space. Nice firm handshake,
  but limited eye contact
• 3 Move ahead 2 spaces. You seem confident and
  happy to be there
• 4, 5 or 6 Stay where you are. Was that a limp
  fish?

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Other First Impressions

• Maintain eye contact
• Give a firm, confident handshake
• Appear upbeat and confident
• Wait until you are asked to be seated
• Sit up and a bit forward
• Smile

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The Interview Opening

• If you rolled a ..
• 1 or 2 Stay where you are. You prattled on
  about over sleeping
• 3 , 4 or 6 Move ahead 1 space. Your 60 second
  infomercial was uninspiring
• 5 Move ahead 2 spaces. Youve piqued their
  interest

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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

• If you rolled a
• 1 or 2 Move ahead 2 spaces. You answers were
  direct, brief and clear
• 3 or 4 Stay where you are. Did you listen to
  the question?
• 5 or 6 Move ahead 1 space. Your answers were
  fine, but uninspiring

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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

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Interview Donts

• If you rolled a.
• 1 or 2 Go back 1 space. Are you chewing gum?
• 3 or 4 Go back 2 spaces. Is that your cell
  phone ringing?
• 5 or 6 Go back 3 spaces. Did you actually
  answer your phone?

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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

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Asking Questions

• If you rolled a .
• 1 or 2 Move ahead 1 space. You asked a generic
  question
• 3, 5, or 6 Move ahead 2 spaces. You asked a
  question that directly related to the company.
• 4 Stay where you are. nope, Im good is not
  an option

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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

• If you rolled a .
• 1, 2 or 3 Move ahead 2 spaces. You deflected
  the question well
• 4 or 5 Move ahead 1 space. You were flustered,
  but did fine.
• 6 Stay where you are. Watch your temper!

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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

• If you rolled a .
• 1 or 2. Stay where you are. Interview, what
  interview?
• 3, 5 or 6 Move ahead one space. They got your
  email.
• 4 Move ahead 2 spaces. Your thank you note was
  well written and they will be calling later this
  week

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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