[Opening shot: someone pacing back and forth in their
living room, glancing at their watch, checking their
phone, and running through potential interview
questions in their head]
Narrator: "Are you about to have a job interview?
Whether it's online or in person, it's important to make a
great first impression. But with so many factors to
consider, it can be hard to know exactly what to do.
That's why we've created this guide to help you navigate
the do's and don'ts of job interviews. Let's get started!"
[Cut to a split-screen of two people, one in a virtual
interview and one in an in-person interview.]
Narrator: First, let's talk about online interviews. where
the norms and protocols may differ from those of in-
person interviews, yet where it's still vital to be well-
prepared, display professionalism, and demonstrate a
captivating persona to make a favorable impact and
secure your desired position.
- DO test your technology ahead of time to make
sure your microphone, camera, and internet
connection are working properly.
- DON'T wait until the last minute to troubleshoot
any issues.
[Scene: testing webcam and microphone before online
interview.]
Narrator:
- DO dress professionally, even if the interviewer
can only see you from the waist up.
- DON'T wear anything too flashy or distracting
[Scene: Cut to a man/woman wearing a suit and tie
during his online interview.]
Narrator: - DON’T Speak too casually or use slang
language.
- DO make eye contact and engage with your
interviewer. [Scene: answering all the questions with confidence
and formality.]
- DON'T forget to smile and show enthusiasm for
the job. Narrator: Now, let's talk about some general do's and
don'ts that apply to both online and in-person interviews.
[Scene: nodding and speaking confidently during
online interview.] - One major do is to prepare for common
interview questions. Think about your answers to
questions like 'Tell me about yourself' and 'What
Face-to-Face Interview are your greatest strengths and weaknesses?
- Finally, a major don't is to badmouth your
Narrator: Moving on to the classic technique of face-to-
previous employer or coworkers. This reflects
face interviews, where you can display your confidence
and professionalism in a more personal and engaging poorly on you and can make the interviewer
manner with your potential employer. question your professionalism.
[Scene: practicing what to answer in common
- DO arrive on time and be prepared with extra
interview questions. Badmouthing your previous
copies of your resume and any other materials
employer and coworkers in front of the interviewer]
you may need.
- DON'T be late or forget any important Narrator: And there you have it – the do's and don'ts of
documents. job interviews. Remember, preparation is key. With these
tips in mind, you'll be well on your way to acing your
[Scene: arriving at an office building and handing his
next interview!
resume to the receptionist.]
Narrator: [Closing shot: professional looking lahat tas magtatabi-
tabi lang]
- DO research the company and the position
beforehand. Show that you understand what the
company does and why you would be a good fit.
- DON'T come in without doing your homework."
[Scene: sitting in a coffee shop, reading up on the
company's history and mission statement.]
Narrator:
- DO Show enthusiasm and confidence for the job.