Session 8:

Interviewing Process

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An interview is
Any face-to-face contact with anyone
who has the authority to hire or
supervise a person with your skills.

They may or may not have a job

opening at the time of the interview.

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 Three Types of Interviews

• Traditional

There is an opening. You want it.

Others want it too.

The Interviewer will try to screen you

out.
Handout 8.1

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Three Types of Interviews continued

1. Information

You are not looking for a job, just

information

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Three Types of Interviews continued

3. JIST Job Search

You are looking for a particular type of

job. The interviewer may or may not
have an opening. But he or she is likely
to hire someone with skills similar to
yours– or can refer you to someone who
does.

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 Before the Interview

Research Potential Company or Employer

Investigate and educate

yourself on the prospective
employer or company.
Employers like it when you
have knowledge of the
company and the position for
which you are
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Before the Interview
continued

Know Who Will be Interviewing You

You want to know if it will be a 1 on 1 or

panel interview (you need to know how
many resumes to bring) It is always
wise to bring a few extras just in case.
Also, you want to know the
interviewers name and the correct
pronunciation.

IT IS ETHICAL TO ASK!!!!!!!!
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. Before the Interview
continued

Gather All Paper Work And

Documentation

Multiple copies of resume, list of

references, portfolio (if applicant has
one), master application, questions to
ask the interviewer, and two ink pens
(Blue or Black Only)

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 Before the Interview
continued

Know Your Resume continued

Review and familiarize yourself with your resume prior
to the interview
Make Multiple Copies of Resume
Have References Available
Submit a copy of your reference page along with your
resume
There should be between 3 and 5 references listed on one
page
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Before the Interview
continued

Know Your Resume continued

References should give permission first before using

them
When using personal references, DO NOT use a close
relative with the same last name, someone who is not
employed or has never been, or someone who does not
have a contact number
A professional reference is someone you
have worked with such as, a supervisor or
co-worker either present or past
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 Before the Interview
continued

Dress For Success

Dress appropriately and professionally.

Find out the dress code for the
company you are interviewing with
and dress one step above what the
company policy is.

You DO NOT want to over dress or

under dress for the interview
Handout 8.2
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Before the Interview
continued

Personal Hygiene
Make sure hair is clean and combed
Brush teeth and use mouthwash for
fresh breath
Hands should be neat, clean, and nails
well groomed
Shower or bath prior to interview
If you wear make-up use sparingly;
Keep it natural
Handout 8.3.1
A touch of cologne goes a long way.
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First Impressions
You Never Get A Second Chance
Three Principles of Dress:

 Dress One Step above The position

 People judge by first impressions

 It’s your choice (reduce the Risk)

Employers have the choice to hire you or not.
Let’s reduce that risk by making the right
choices.
Handout 8.3.2

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 The Interview

Go To The Interview Alone

NEVER NEVER NEVER TAKE ANYONE
WITH YOU!!!!!!!!!!
Arrive Early
Arrive at least 10 to 15 minutes early, but
no sooner
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During The Interview
Introduce yourself, and give a firm
handshake

Maintain good eye contact

Exhibit good posture

Use Employers Name

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 During The Interview continued

Possible Interview Questions

You may be asked:

?

Handout 8.4

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During The Interview continued

When answering questions speak clear and

concise so the interviewer can hear and
understand what you are saying. Be kind &
courteous. Do not mutter or use slang during
your interview

Before answering a question think about your

answer. Knowing how to answer questions before
hand makes you more prepared and relaxed

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During The Interview continued

You should have 3 to 5 questions ready to ask

the interviewer

Know when the interview is over.

Confirm your interest in the position, address

the interviewer by name once again, give a
firm handshake, thank them for their time
and consideration before leaving.

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 Send A Thank You Card or Letter
You should write a thank you note or card immediately after
the interview. Be sure to send one to each interviewer if
there was more than 1. It can be typed in letter format,
emailed or mailed. Hand written thank you cards are more
personal, but all are acceptable
•

Handout 8.5.1- 8.5.6

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 Follow Up Phone Call

You should follow up by phone 3 to 5 days after

the interview. When you call ask the interviewer if
the position has been filled or if a decision has been
made regarding the hiring. This will reconfirm your
interest in employment. BE PERSISTENT!!!! NOT
PUSHY!!!!

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 Interview pitfalls
Why you might not get hired!

A sloppy application blank

Unkempt, dirty appearance

Inappropriate clothes

A limp handshake

Avoiding eye contact

Handout 8.6

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Interview pitfalls
Why you might not get hired!
Bad posture and looking disinterested

Lack of enthusiasm or responsiveness

Overemphasis on money- interest only in best

dollar offer

Smoking

A hostile or abrasive attitude

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Interview pitfalls
Why you might not get hired!

Unwilling to start at the bottom-expects

too much too soon

Talks badly of past employers

Boastful or overly aggressive attitude

Makes excuses-evasiveness-hedges on
unfavorable factors in record

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Interview pitfalls
Why you might not get hired!

Wants job for only a short time

Too talkative about personal life and

problems

Late for interview without good reasons

Treated a secretary or receptionist in a

rude or condescending manner

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 49 Reason for Interview
Rejections

Why have applicants been rejected?

Handout 8.7
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Seven Phases of an interview

1. Before you go in
2. Opening moves
3. The interview
4. Closing the interview
5. Following up
6. Negotiating
7. Making final decision

Handout 8.8
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Interview Self-Evaluation

YOUR INTERVIEW

Handout 8.9.1-8.9.3
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