Tools For A Winning Interview
Steps of the hiring process:
PREPARE FOR THE INTERVIEW
Get your mind right.
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DON'T BE LATE = know the exact time, place, name, and directions to the company.
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Know the interviewer's name and how to pronounce it.
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Research the company to show your interest and knowledge.
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Prepare questions for the interviewer.
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Practice being interviewed beforehand.
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Dress professionally and bring note taking materials.
INTERVIEW ETIQUETTE
“If you look good, you feel good. If you feel good, you play good. If you play good, they pay good.”
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Greet interviewer formally using their last name until they allow first names.
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Be confident ... give a firm handshake.
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Wait to sit ... be attentive.
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Communicate with enthusiasm and maintain a pleasant demeanor.
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Avoid trash talking, especially about a past employer...always be positive!
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Thank them for their time with a handshake and ask relevant time-frame questions.
​QUESTIONS TO EXPECT
Stay ready...do your homework
TO EXPECT:
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How would you describe yourself?
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What are your greatest strengths and weaknesses?
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How do you deal with problems you've encountered? Give example.
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What are your long-term career goals?
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What qualifications do you possess to fill the position?
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Why are you seeking a position with this company?
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Why should we hire you?​
​QUESTIONS TO ASK
Stay ready...do your homework
​​TO ASK:
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What is the company's culture?
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What are the expectations of me as a new employee?
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Would you help me understand the primary objective of this role?
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How does the company's performance review and evaluation program work?
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Would you help me understand the management philosophy of this company?