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ACTIVITY
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Getting a Job 16
Prepare for Your

Interview
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PREPARE FOR YOUR INTERVIEW
This pack includes five activities to help you apply what you learned in the ‘Prepare for
Your Interview’ module.
In Activity 1 you will find a checklist to help you make a good impression during a face
to-face interview.
In Activity 2 you will find a checklist to help you make a good impression during a phone
interview.
In Activity 3 you will find a set of templates to record the research you do about a job, a
company, or an interview.
In Activity 4 you will find examples of online trip planners to help you when planning
your journey to an interview.
TO CREATE A GOOD IMPRESSION AT AN INTERVIEW, YOU CAN PREPARE BY:
1. Using previous interview feedback

2. Researching the relevant job, company, and industry
3. Planning well ahead for the day of the interview
4. Dressing appropriately
5. Being well-groomed
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ACTIVITY 1: FACE-TO-FACE INTERVIEW CHECKLIST

Here is a list of things to do as soon as you receive an invitation to an interview and
during the days leading up to your interview. Following this list can help you make a
good impression in your interview.
Check the boxes as you complete each of the tasks on the
checklist. CHECKLIST
WHEN YOU RECEIVE AN INTERVIEW INVITE:
◻ Check that you are available.

◻ Confirm your attendance.
◻ Clarify any questions with employer (Type of interview? Dress code?).
◻ Mark the details in your calendar (time/date/location).
◻ Plan your route.
BEFORE THE INTERVIEW
◻ Do your research.
◻ Know your resume.
◻ Review previous feedback.
◻ Prepare interview answers and questions.
◻ Plan what you’ll wear.
◻ Do a mock interview.
◻ Plan your route.

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ACTIVITY 2: PHONE INTERVIEW CHECKLIST

Here is a list of things to remember to do as soon as you receive your interview invite
and, in the days, leading up to your phone interview.
Following this list can help you make a good impression in your phone interview.
Tick the boxes as you complete each of the tasks on the checklist. CHECKLIST
WHEN YOU RECEIVE AN INTERVIEW INVITE:
◻ Check that you are available.

◻ Confirm your attendance.
◻ Clarify any questions with employer.
◻ Save details in a calendar (time/date/number).
◻ Confirm the phone number of the employer who will be reaching you.
◻ Confirm if you will call the employer or if the employer will call you.
BEFORE THE INTERVIEW
◻ Do your research.
◻ Know your resume.
◻ Review previous feedback.
◻ Prepare interview answers and questions.
◻ Plan what you’ll wear.
◻ Do a mock interview.

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ACTIVITY 3: INTERVIEW RESEARCH TEMPLATES

Research is vital. Showing that you have done your research and that you have a good
knowledge of the job and company will impress the interviewer.
Research the company and job that you are applying for and then fill in the templates
below. It will help to have a specific job in mind before you fill in this template. There is
also an interview template for you to complete when you have secured an interview.
Glassdoor is a website to find information on your company, benefits, interview

preparation, salary, and company reviews from interview candidates and employees.
It’s a good resource to find previous interview questions to the same or similar job titles
so you can practice before your interview.

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JOB RESEARCH
Use this template to help you learn about a specific job and find out all the
details of what it really involves.
QUESTION ANSWER
What is the job title? Accounting Department Staff
What is the job description Oversees and implements employeee’s

and required skills? salary breakdown, overtimes, and other
compensaton benefits
Skills: Communication, organizational,

management, budgeting, financing
What are the typical Forecasts revenues, budgeting the

responsibilities? company, track business’ funds in and out,
monitor company growth
What is the typical career path? Other Accounting officer related works or
position, Manager, Accounting manager
How does the reporting The HR department will report to us, we

hierarchy work? (Who would will report to the financing department
you manage? Who would
manage you?)
What salary information is Salary info: 50,000 PHP to 300,000 PHP

available? (e.g., salary by average
range/bracket, bonus opportunities)
What level would your job/team Mid-level

be within the company?
What is the general work Formal office attire

attire? (What would you be
wearing to work?)
What would your typical 9 am to 5 pm

working hours be?
What other important There will be personal decisions made,

information have you found? budgeting will be handled by the
department

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TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
Are there any Bachelor’s degree

mandatory/prerequisite training
or qualifications required?
Are there any training or Years of experience, certifications

qualifications that are nice to
have to stand out?
Are there any training Yes

opportunities on the job?

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COMPANY RESEARCH
Use this template to help you improve your knowledge of a company and its
history.
QUESTION ANSWER
What type of company is it? Creotec Philippines Inc is a Filipino
(industry/size)? owned coroporation that provides
training that are skill based for one’s
future
What job(s) do you want at Within the field of where I was trained-
the company? Accounting Department
Is it US-based or international? No.
What are 3-5 key facts about Filipino owned, a part of the EMS group,
the company? progressed in just a few months
Which other companies do they Other companies linked with the EMS
do business with? group and other external companies
Who are the top competitors? Other corporations that excels in training
What is the general history of The former chairman, Francis Ferrer,

the company? (What important progressed the company in just a few
things have happened in the months and had a thousands of
past?)
employees already.
Who is the head of the company? Thess Bermudez – Director, CREOTEC

(Other key people, specifically to Zanette Fuentes – Learning Op. Manager,
the role you are interested in) CREOTEC
Kristel Villanueva - Supervisor

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What does the application Application, examinations
process for a specific job
involve?
(e.g., recruiting cycles,
selection process)
Are there any work Yes

experience/internship
opportunities available?
What other important information They have their own system, their core
have you found? (e.g., key values
products, leading brands,
revenues)

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INTERVIEW RESEARCH
Use this template to help you find out as much as you can about an interview.
QUESTION ANSWER
Who will your interviewer be? Ms Zanette Fuentes

What is the interviewer’s job title? Learning Operations Manager
What is the interviewer’s role? Learning Operations Manager
What type of interview is it? Behavioral

(e.g., case, behavioral)
What specific questions may Why are you interested in applying? Why
be asked? CREOTEC?
What specific skills do you need Confidenct, communication, and my own

to show? abilities
What questions can you ask? When should I expect a feedback?
What other important information They value the training and they are hands on
have you found? (e.g., from forums
and blogs)
These templates will be useful every time you are invited for an interview so keep
copies of them and reuse them as you prepare for different interviews.

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ACTIVITY 4: RESOURCES FOR PLANNING YOUR JOURNEY

Arriving late for an interview gives a very bad impression, so you need to plan your
journey in advance and make sure you turn up on time.
Below are some examples of route planning websites that you can use when planning
your route.
LINK:
The link below can help you plan your route:

o Google Maps
o Waze Live map
ADDITIONAL LINKS
o Additional Interview Tips

o Job Interview Tips
o JobStreet
o jobsDB
o Philjobnet
REMEMBER
These Activity Packs are yours to keep. Make sure you review them regularly and keep
them updated.
You could also discuss them with advisors, friends, family and anyone else you trust to
provide valuable feedback.
For any questions or concerns on the context, please email us at

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ACTIVITY
PACK
Getting a Job 18
Ace Your
Interview

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ACE YOUR INTERVIEW
This pack contains seven activities to help you apply what you have learned in the ‘Ace
Your Interview’ module.
In Activity 1 you will find a checklist to help you prepare for a face-to-face interview. In
Activity 2 you will be given a set of top tips to help you during a face-to-face interview.
In Activity 3 you will find a checklist to help you prepare for a phone interview. In Activity
4 you will be given a set of top tips to help you during a phone interview.
In Activity 5 you will find a template to help you prepare for common interview
questions.
In Activity 6 you will find a template to help you start thinking about answers to difficult
interview questions.
In Activity 7 you will find a template to help you prepare your answers to
common interview questions.
IN ORDER TO ACE YOUR INTERVIEW, IT IS IMPORTANT TO:
1. Practice and prepare answers for interview questions.

2. Have your own questions for the interviewer to show your interest. 3.
Display good body language and make a good first impression. 4.
Remember the interview is about your answers and body language.

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ACTIVITY 1: FACE TO FACE INTERVIEW CHECKLIST

Here is a list of some important things that you need to remember to do before and
during a face to face interview.
Check the boxes as you complete the ‘On the Day’ tasks and remind yourself of what
you need to remember to do during the interview.
CHECKLIST
ON THE DAY
◻ Check your route.

◻ Dress appropriately.
◻ Be well groomed – check the mirror.
◻ Take everything you need.
◻ Leave early so you can arrive on time.
◻ Turn your phone off.
IN THE INTERVIEW
◻ Smile and introduce yourself.

◻ Have a strong, confident handshake.
◻ Make eye contact.
◻ Use the interviewer’s name.
◻ Remember to breathe!
◻ Take your time.
◻ Avoid rambling.
◻ Avoid jargon, slang, and swear words.
◻ Avoid negative language.
◻ Thank the interviewer for their time.

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ACTIVITY 2: FACE TO FACE INTERVIEW TOP TIPS

Here is a set of useful tips for your interview.
Read through each point and visualize how you would do this on the day of your
interview. Use a mirror to help play through some of the body language points in
your head.
TOP TIPS
o Smile!
o Look the part.
o Be punctual.
o Remember your research.
o Know what you’ve told the employer (resume, application form, etc.). o Use the
CAR technique.
o Be aware of your body language.
o Be enthusiastic.
o Don’t lie (because it shows!).
o Advertise your strengths.
o Rehearse (but don’t recite) answers.
o Relax, take your time - it’s OK to pause for thought.
o Avoid one-word answers.
o Be confident, not arrogant.
o Ask questions.
Remember: The interview starts from the moment you walk into the building. Copyright ©
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ACTIVITY 3: PHONE INTERVIEW CHECKLIST

This is a list of some important things that you need to remember to do before and
during a phone interview.
Read and complete the ‘On the Day’ tasks. Remind yourself of what you need to
remember to do during the interview.
CHECKLIST
ON THE DAY
◻ Keep an eye on the time.

◻ Make sure you are in a quiet place.
◻ Have a pen and paper in hand.
IN THE INTERVIEW
◻ Answer the phone with your name and a greeting.

◻ Be polite.
◻ Use the interviewer’s name.
◻ Ask questions based on what the interviewer has said.
◻ Avoid jargon, slang and swear words.
◻ Sit upright or stand, this will affect your tone.
◻ Smile (you can still ‘sense’ a smile).
◻ Thank the interviewer for their time.

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ACTIVITY 4: PHONE INTERVIEW TOP TIPS

This is a set of useful tips for your phone interview.
Read through each point and visualize how you would do this on the day of your
interview.
TOP TIPS
o Smile when you dial!

o Be in a quiet place.
o Answer the phone on time.
o Remember your research.
o Know what you’ve told the employer (resume, application form, etc.). o
Use the CAR technique.
o Be aware of your tone of voice.
o Be enthusiastic.
o Don’t lie (because it shows!).
o Advertise your strengths.
o Relax, take your time - it’s OK to pause for thought.
o Avoid one-word answers.
o Be confident, not arrogant.
o Ask questions.
o Remember: Have your pre-prepared answers in front of you! o
Thank the interviewer for their time.

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ACTIVITY 5: COMMON INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

No matter what job you are interviewing for, the same common interview questions
often come up. It is important to prepare for these so that you have strong answers
when asked and do not panic.
Use the template below to record your own answers to these typical questions. Some of
these are company or role specific so it will help to have a job in mind when you fill them
in. You should also think about questions you can ask an interviewer as well – there is a
space for that here too!
QUESTION ANSWER
Tell me about yourself? I am Reysel Lizardo, a graduate of a degree in

BS Management Accounting. I am interested in
financing, business, and managing.
Why do you want to work for I want to hone my interpersonal skills, while at
this company? the same time learning through the process.
What attracts you to this role? My interest and passion is one thing that makes
me attracted to this role. I believe that this role
fits my passion, and my desire.
Why should I hire you? I believe that I am a good candidate for this job
because on top of my experience and
eagerness to learn, I can apply my skills on the
job and can be a great contribution to the
company.
What are your strengths? I am volatile, can work under pressure, and can
communicate effectively.
What are your weaknesses? My leadership skills.
Where do you see yourself in Five years from now, while I am progressively
five years? growing, I am good at what I do.
What are your hobbies? I like singing, sports, and reading.
What qualifications do you have? I graduated with a degree and acquired

experiences that are fit for the job.
Can you tell me about any I started a business when I was 17 years old, I
relevant experience? was also trained on this type of work.
What do you want from a career? The teachings and everything that I have and
will learn is very important for me in my career.
What do you do on vacation and why? Me time is a day that I will do something good
for myself and do things that will make me feel
good such as singing, going to the beach or out
of town, or just resting.
What other companies have I did not any applied to any other companies
you applied for? because I am amazed of how this company
works thus I am very eager to enter this role.
Do you have any questions? Yes. When should I expect any feedback?

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ACTIVITY 6: DIFFICULT INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

There are several questions you may get asked that are more difficult to answer. Here
the interviewer is looking for honesty and openness more than anything. However,
make sure your answers are always appropriate.
Start to think about how you may answer some of these questions by filling in the
answer column below. Only choose the ones that apply to you.
DIFFICULT INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

QUESTION ANSWER
Describe your ideal employer Someone that values their employees’ work
and why? and their life outside of work.
How would your friends describe you? Very patient and understanding, can work
with other people with no problem
Can you explain the gaps in n/a

your employment?
Can you explain the reasons n/a

behind your criminal record?
How do you handle criticism? My answer to this is; I accept my mistakes,

and do something that can help me improve.
Why were you with your last n/a

employer for such a short time?
Why did you leave your last job? n/a
Do you have any commitments that None yet, at the moment.

will require you to take time off?
Are you applying for other jobs? No, I am not currently applying for other
jobs.
You seem overqualified for this n/a

job. Why did you apply for this
position?
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ACTIVITY 7: COMPETENCY INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

Competency questions are used in many different kinds of interviews to find out about
your skills and experience. The template below contains many key competencies that
employers are looking for.
Go through each competency listed and think of a relevant example of when you have
displayed this competency in the past. Remember to use CAR (Context, Action, Result)
to help structure your answers.
QUESTION ANSWER
Tell me about a time when I was a club president for 3 clubs when I was
you displayed leadership? in Junior High School, and leaded a research
group. I am able to manage the whole team
while at the same time collaborated with
them. Because I believe that a good leader is
also a good follower.
Tell me about a time when you I have organized a few events before, and
displayed organizational one thing I have learned is to manage your
skills? time properly. By that, I am able to get things
done without cramming and to produce
quality service.
Tell me about a time when When I was running a business, there were
you displayed problem many problems that needs solving. It was
solving? honestly hard because I was young, but there
are no problems without a solution.
Tell me about a time when There was a time where many problems
you displayed resilience? occurred that compromised my well-being.
Nevertheless, I bounced back.
Tell me about a time when Every problem that occurred in the business I
you displayed run was my responsibility. But I am grateful I
responsibility? was able to resolve the case.
What is an example of how you n/a

have worked with stakeholder
management?
Tell me about a time when During my training, I worked with people I did
you displayed teamwork? not. We all have the same goal, so whenever
one of us is having a hard time, despite the
differences, we helped each other.
Tell me about a time when When I starting a business, I knew that it
you displayed career wasn’t going to be easy. So, I focused on
focus? what I can do and put it into action.
Tell me about a time when you n/a

displayed commercial
awareness?
Tell me about a time when you I am a confrontational type of person. So

displayed communication whenever I feel something towards a person
skills? or just when I feel something in general, I
speak up for it, in a good and polite manner.
Tell me about a time when I was exposed in many people on my life.

you displayed flexibility? Being able to socialize with them despite the
different and changing environments is one of
my strengths.

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The checklists, top tips, and templates in this pack can be relevant for any interviews
you might have, so you can keep them and reuse them when necessary.
Once you have filled in the templates, they can be especially handy to keep hold of, as
this information can be useful in interviews for a wide range of jobs.
ADDITIONAL LINKS
o Job Interview Tips

o Job Interview Tips & Hacks
o Body Language
o JobStreet
o jobsDB
o Philjobnet
REMEMBER
These Activity Packs are yours to keep. Make sure you review them regularly and
keep them updated.
You could also discuss them with advisors, friends, family and anyone else you
trust to provide valuable feedback.
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ACTIVITY
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Getting a Job 20
Online Professional
Presence

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ONLINE PROFESSIONAL PRESENCE
This pack contains four activities to help you apply what you have learned in the
‘Online Professional Presence’ module. Remember; around 85% 1 of all jobs are
filled via online networking such as LinkedIn. So, make your profile count!
Throughout this pack, there are hyperlinks that will take you directly to LinkedIn. It
is recommended you view this Activity Pack on a computer to make full use of
the available guidance.
Activity 1 will help you build a LinkedIn profile.
Activity 2 will provide you with links to help you manage your online
presence. Activity 3 will help you build your LinkedIn knowledge.
Activity 4 gives you a checklist to help build your network.
KEY THINGS TO REMEMBER:
1. In the Philippines, creating a personal e-mail to be used for official

correspondence is recommended. Other online resource for job
hunting are Jobstreet, jobsDB & philjobnet.
2. Make sure you manage your online activity and presence, by thinking
about what you post and reviewing your security settings.
3. Build a strong and engaging LinkedIn profile to help you develop a
good online professional presence. This will help your job search and
make you stand out to employers.
4. To start yourself off, add ‘Accenture US Skills to Succeed Academy’
to the Courses section of your profile!
5. Make sure you make the most of the information available to you on
LinkedIn. Look at other people, companies and groups to help you
learn useful information for your applications and interviews.
1 Source: LinkedIn

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In steps 1, 2, and 3 below you will find

information on how to get started with
LinkedIn. Where there are hyperlinks, click on
them and you will be redirected to helpful
online information, or the relevant section of
your LinkedIn profile (remember to login to
your LinkedIn account before using the links
SKILLS TO SUCCEED ACADEMY below).
ACTIVITY 1: BUILD YOUR LINKEDIN STEP 1: REGISTERING OR LOGGING ON

PROFILE
Registering or logging on
Type in www.linkedin.com and fill in your First

name, Last name, a personal Email Address
(avoid school or college ones as these can
become invalid after you leave) and a
Password.
If you already have an account then click ‘Sign

in’ in the top right corner of the log in page.
STEP 2: GETTING
STARTED The Basics

When you first register for LinkedIn, they collect
some basic information about you. Answer all
the questions asked so you can start to create a
full profile.
Updating your profile

Clicking on the section of your profile that says
‘Add profile section…’ will allow you to update
your profile with more detailed information. You
can also update your profile by clicking the pen
next to each section. Click here to for more
detailed instructions on making updates.
STEP 3: MANAGING YOUR SECURITY AND PRIVACY SETTINGS

This is important because many employers make key hiring decisions based on what they see online!
Security Settings
By clicking on your photo icon in the top right
hand corner, you can edit your privacy
settings. Do this by selecting Settings and
Privacy” in the drop down, or click this link to
access it directly: Manage security settings
Your public profile

You can edit what information is publicly
available from your profile by clicking here: Edit
your public profile »
Hide Notifications
Once you log into your account, you can
manage who sees the content you post.
Manage your notifications by clicking on this link
here: Manage notification updates

STEP 4: CREATING YOUR PROFILE

In this section, you will create a strong LinkedIn profile. Look on the left-hand
side to see Sam’s example and get suggestions and ideas. Look on the right
hand side to see top tips ( ) and links to update each section of your profile.
Photo
Having a photo makes your profile 14
times more likely to be viewed (source:
LinkedIn). Click on the photo in your profile
or click here: Change your profile photo ».
Add a professional photo of just you,
showing your face with a smiling or neutral
expression and a clear background.
Headline
Your headline is what appears below your
picture and your name. Typically, it
describes the job you have or want. Click
below your name on ‘Add Headline’ to
add one, being sure to keep it short and
sharp. Lastly, mention any work- specific
passions.
Summary
Your summary is where you can really sell
yourself. By clicking
On ‘Add Summary’ you
can update this part of
your profile.
Write three short structured paragraphs

including:
1) Who you are and what you’ve done to
date,
2) The value that you can bring to a job
or company and,
3) A personal touch.
Also include key words that are
specific to your industry!
Experience
Adding your experience is an opportunity
to highlight your achievements, skills and
responsibilities. Take advantage of this!
For detailed instructions on how to update
your experience click here.
Top tips for your experience section: Use

keywords specific to your target industry in
the title headers and description. Use
figures and statistics to support your
achievements when possible. Keep your
descriptions concise.


Media
Bring your profile to life by adding media
to your summary. After updating your
summary or experience, you will find an
option to attach pictures, links, videos etc.
For more details on this, use the
instructions
here:
Adding
Media
Experience
If you have experience that does not
directly relate to the job you want, make
sure you focus on relevant skills or
experiences that you gained. These
skills can be transferred to your desired
job.
Recommendations
It’s good to have 3 recommendations.
Remember they need to be from a
valuable source and make sure they are
not reciprocal!
Click Manage Your Recommendations ».
Vicki
Davis
Education
Add in your previous education,
including schools, colleges and
universities. Include any
qualifications you gained and clubs
you attended. Click here for detailed
instructions on how to do this.
Add
‘Accenture Skills to Succeed Academy
to your Education Section*.
Volunteer Experience
If you have volunteering experience this
is a great thing to add, as 41% of
employers have said they value this as
much as Work Experience.
Structure this in the same way as your
experience section, trying to focus on
relevant skills.

Skills
Scroll down to the skills section of
your profile and click on ‘Add skill.’
Click here for detailed instructions on
adding skills.
Add any skills you have that are relevant

to your industry and/or job that you are
interested in applying to. Employers often
search by filtering on the skills people
have on their profiles.
Honors and Awards

If you’ve gained awards or recognitions,
especially ones that are relevant to the
skills you’ve added in the skills section,
include them in your profile. Make sure
it is clear why it was an achievement by
including any relevant statistics and
details.
Courses
If you have completed any courses,
especially ones relevant to your industry,
make
sure you
list them in your profile.
Interests
If you have any specific interests feel free
to add them to your profile. This adds a
personal touch. However, make sure they
are appropriate for employers to read!
Groups
Any groups you join will appear on your
profile - if you want them to. For useful
links on how to manage your groups
click on the below.
Select your group display order »
View your groups »
Set the frequency of group digest emails
Companies
If you follow any companies, they will
appear on your profile. To manage the
companies, you are following click on
the link.
View companies you're following »
ACTIVITY 2: MANAGING YOUR ONLINE PRESENCE
TOP TIPS FOR MANAGING YOUR ONLINE PRESENCE

Your online activity can have a big impact on your personal and professional brand. 90% of executive
recruiters say they conduct an online search of potential candidates2. To help you manage your online
presence, use the top tips below.
BE AWARE OF THE “PURPOSES” OF DIFFERENT TYPES OF ONLINE PLATFORMS

There are many platforms you can engage with online, from social media and networks, media sharing,
microblogging and forums and blogs. For more information click the following:
o Social Media Platforms

o Social Media Sites
Different sites have different purposes, so consider if they are right for you before joining them.
PROTECT YOUR REPUTATION ONLINE BY CHOOSING WHAT YOU POST CAREFULLY
Recent research found that 70% of job recruiters rejected candidates based on
information they found online2, it is important to carefully consider:
o The posts you write
o The pictures and videos you post and are tagged in
o The groups or forums you join
o Anybody else’s online activity that you interact with
o Personal information you share such as your phone number or address
To avoid people getting the wrong impression of you and putting yourself in an
awkward position, avoid posting or being associated with anything potentially
offensive, controversial or aggressive.
2 Source of information is www.forbes.com

MANAGE YOUR PRIVACY AND SECURITY SETTINGS
As you consider what shows on your online profiles, you can also limit what
people see by managing your privacy and security settings.
For more information about the different types of social media and help on
managing your privacy settings visit the following sites:
o Managing your privacy settings: Social Media Privacy Settings and

Social Media Privacy Settings Part 2
o Facebook privacy settings: Facebook Privacy Settings
o Twitter privacy settings: Twitter Privacy Settings
o Instagram privacy settings: Instagram Privacy Settings
o LinkedIn privacy settings: LinkedIn Privacy Settings
BE AWARE OF WHAT YOUR FRIENDS OR CONTACTS ARE POSTING
Many people forget that if someone else makes a post about you (such as
comments, pictures, and statuses) it can be flagged with your name.
If your friends or contacts haven’t managed their online privacy settings, people
may be able to view information about you on your contacts’ profiles or pages.
If your friends or contacts are posting things that may not reflect well on you, you
can un-tag yourself, request they remove it, or in certain instances think about if you
want to stay connected with them online
HELPFUL LINKS TO STAY SAFE ONLINE:

The below links give more information about what you can do to protect
yourself online:
o Protecting Personal Data
o The Guardian-Personal Data

ACTIVITY 3: BUILD YOUR KNOWLEDGE

You can use the search box at the top of your
LinkedIn page to help you find out about people,
groups, companies and jobs.
By clicking on this button circled, you will see a
To help you get started with understanding how
drop down. You can then pick which of the
you can use the information available to you,
categories you want to search by, such as
write down all the keywords related to the job or
people, groups, companies, or jobs.
industry you are interested in. You can use this
as a starting point for your search
JOB OR POSITION Accounting Officer For
example,
if you are
KEYWORDS Oversees and implements employeee’s

ASSOCIATED WITH salary breakdown, overtimes, and other
THAT JOB compensaton benefits
Skills: Communication, organizational,

management, budgeting, financing,
revenues, monitoring
interested in being a police officer you can write
police or police officer in the ‘Job or position’.
Then in the ‘keywords associated with that
job’ you can write security, public safety, law
enforcement, crime prevention, crime stopping,
assertiveness, responsibility etc.
RESEARCHING PEOPLE
There are over 500 million people on LinkedIn that you can learn
from:
To help you make the most out of the information available from people on
LinkedIn, follow the steps below and answer questions 4, 5, and 6.
1. Select the people category next to the search bar (circled in red in the image
above).
2. Type in the job title you are interested in finding more about and your search will
allow you to find people with the same job title.
3. View profiles of two people in the list that have a job you are aspiring towards.
4. Look at their work history and the experience they’ve had before achieving their
current job. Write down 2 things you have learned about the steps you may need
to take to achieve your career goals based on the profiles you’ve read:
They demonstrated an effective performance review process, and how decisions are
made on compensation and other benefits.
5. Now, look at the skills of the same two people, to help you learn which skills are
important for the job you are aspiring towards. Write down 2 skills you want to
develop.
Financing skills and leadership skills

6. Now, look at which groups the two people are members of. Joining these can
help make your profile more impressive and credible, and help you keep up
with the industry trends and news.
Write down at least 2 groups you are going to request to join based on which
groups look important to your desired job:
RESEARCHING GROUPS
There are over 2 million groups on LinkedIn that cover a range of industries,
communities, and interest groups.
Compensation, benefits, rewards and compensation professional network
To help you make the most out of the information available on LinkedIn, complete
the following activities and check off each as you complete it.
This will help you to increase your own knowledge, prepare you for applications,
and make your profile look more impressive to employers and recruiters.
o Select the group category (circled in red above) and type in either your
desired job title or keywords to do with the job you are interested in.
o Request to join at least 3 groups (remember you may need to check

your emails to confirm the group).
o Read one article you find in a group you have joined.
o Like one post you find interesting in a group you have joined.
o Comment on one post you find interesting in a group you have joined.
o Start a conversation in a group. For example, you can share an
article you’ve read on the internet or start an interesting topic of
conversation.
o Answer a question someone has asked in a group you have joined.
o Ask a question in a group you have joined.
RESEARCHING COMPANIES
There are over 8 million companies that exist on LinkedIn.

To help make the most out of the
information available from companies on LinkedIn, follow the instructions below. It
will help you increase your knowledge and prepare you for job applications and
interviews.
1. Select the ‘Companies’ category (circled in red above).
2. Either type in a company name you are interested in or type in the job title you
are interested in, to get a list of company names associated with that job.
3. Read about the company by clicking on the company LinkedIn page.
4. Follow the companies you are interested in to receive news updates and job
alerts.

5. Check if the company has a careers page with any job openings.
Write down 3 things you have learned by researching companies (e.g., about a
job opening or the latest news or an update on a company you are interested in).
1. Sunpower Corp.- recruit a compensation and benefits manager

2. W Bridges Manpower Corp.- linked in profile is a fit for the job
3. ING Business Shared Services – a supervisor and bookrunner on a big company
RESEARCHING JOBS
There are around 10 million jobs available on LinkedIn.

By selecting the drop-down arrows after searching for your job category, you can
do an advanced job search to find all the open positions that are specific to your
needs.
Select:
1) The location you want to work in
2) The industry or industries you are interested in working in
3) Your experience level (to filter out any jobs that are too advanced or too
junior for you)

From the results you can then

view job descriptions and even
apply directly to jobs via
LinkedIn.
ACTIVITY 4: BUILD YOUR NETWORK
Building a strong network on an online professional networking site, such as

LinkedIn can lead to opportunities, jobs, and even a career.
Your network needs to be valuable and your connections should not only be your
peers and friends, but those who can help you get a job, or who are connected to
people who get you that job.
Use the template below to make a note of the people you can add to your
professional network online.
Remember – focus on the quality of your contacts rather than the quantity. You
should only write down the people that you think would be valuable to have in your
professional network. New and valuable contacts can be made every day, so look
for opportunities and keep adding people to build your network.
QUESTION ANSWER
Who in your family can My sister and my mother

be valuable to add to
your
professional network?
Which of your friends can Those who can understand my work and someone I
add value to your can talk to about it.
Do your friends have Yes, some of their friends and family.

any contacts that
would be
valuable to your


Do you have any advisors, Yes, my business partners.
coaches or mentors (current
or previous) that would be
valuable to your
Are there any teachers Yes, especially to those within my field of work.
you can add to your
Do you have any current n/a

or previous employers/
colleagues that would
be valuable to add?
Is there anyone you have Yes, my club adviser. He helped me a lot in my

worked with in a club or organizational skills.
extra curricular activity you
could add? Ex. a football
coach, dance teacher, or
youth worker.
Have you met anyone at n/a

a career fair you could
add to your professional
network?
Is there anyone from n/a

volunteering work you’ve
done who you can add to
your professional network?
Is there anyone you’ve n/a

worked with that you’d like
to add a recommendation or
endorsement of your work
or skills?
Is there anyone else Yes. My partner has been a great help for me.
you’ve met who you think
would be valuable to add
to your
You can also add people to your professional network who you haven’t met in
person yet. When you do this, remember you need to display professional etiquette
by introducing yourself and telling them why you would like to add them to your
professional network.

SAM’S EXAMPLE
Include a personal note (optional):
Dear Sarah,
I noticed we have mutual connections and I am very impressed
with the articles you have shared, especially the ones about
Electrical Car Engineering.
I would like to add you to my professional network to learn from you

as well as share articles of similar interests with you and discuss
career opportunities.
Best,
Sam
In the template below make a note of anyone who you haven’t met in person yet
or have noticed on LinkedIn that you would like to connect with or follow.
Remember you can follow people instead of connecting with them and you will
get updates about their activity on LinkedIn such as articles they’ve shared.
QUESTION ANSWER
Is there anyone well Not much.

known in your industry?
Is there anyone influential Not that I know of.

in your industry?


Are there any people you n/a
have noticed in groups
you have joined on
LinkedIn that you think
would be valuable to your
network?
Are there people who Yes, they can give me few second opinions.
are following the same
companies as you,
that may be valuable
to your network?
Are there any career fairs n/a

you could attend where
you could meet people?
Are there any recruiters Yes, I have encountered a few agents.

in your industry?
Now that you have a list of the people you would like to add, go and connect
with them!
o Remember, only add people who you think would be valuable to your
professional network.
o If people do not agree to connect with you, do not be offended.
o If you don’t want to connect with someone but want to see what their activity is
you can ‘follow’ them and get updates on their activity.

GLOSSARY: WRITING YOUR

HEADLINE
HEADLINE GLOSSARY SUGGESTIONS

Use positive
These Activity Packs areMention
yours to
thekeep. Make
words such as
sure you review them regularly and keep them
updated. industry you are
the ones below
You can also discuss them with advisors,
interested in
friends, family and anyone else you trust to
provide valuable feedback.
‘Seeking opportunities in…’
‘Determined’
For any questions or concerns on the context,
‘Ambitious…’
please‘Interested
email us atin…’
‘Aspiring…’
‘Specializing in…’
‘Looking for opportunities’
‘Passionate about…’
‘Enthusiastic’
‘Inspired by…
If you haven’t already‘Committed
completedto…’
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in the Skills to Succeed Academy give it a
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PREPARE FOR YOUR INTERVIEW

TO CREATE A GOOD IMPRESSION AT AN INTERVIEW, YOU CAN PREPARE BY:

1. Using previous interview feedback

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ACTIVITY 1: FACE-TO-FACE INTERVIEW CHECKLIST

WHEN YOU RECEIVE AN INTERVIEW INVITE:

◻ Check that you are available.

BEFORE THE INTERVIEW

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ACTIVITY 2: PHONE INTERVIEW CHECKLIST

WHEN YOU RECEIVE AN INTERVIEW INVITE:

◻ Check that you are available.

BEFORE THE INTERVIEW

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ACTIVITY 3: INTERVIEW RESEARCH TEMPLATES

Glassdoor is a website to find information on your company, benefits, interview

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What is the job description Oversees and implements employeee’s

Skills: Communication, organizational,

What are the typical Forecasts revenues, budgeting the

How does the reporting The HR department will report to us, we

What salary information is Salary info: 50,000 PHP to 300,000 PHP

What level would your job/team Mid-level

What is the general work Formal office attire

What would your typical 9 am to 5 pm

What other important There will be personal decisions made,

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Are there any Bachelor’s degree

Are there any training or Years of experience, certifications

Are there any training Yes

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Is it US-based or international? No.

What is the general history of The former chairman, Francis Ferrer,

Who is the head of the company? Thess Bermudez – Director, CREOTEC

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Are there any work Yes

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Who will your interviewer be? Ms Zanette Fuentes

What is the interviewer’s role? Learning Operations Manager

What type of interview is it? Behavioral

What specific skills do you need Confidenct, communication, and my own

What questions can you ask? When should I expect a feedback?

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ACTIVITY 4: RESOURCES FOR PLANNING YOUR JOURNEY

The link below can help you plan your route:

o Additional Interview Tips

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IN ORDER TO ACE YOUR INTERVIEW, IT IS IMPORTANT TO: