Interview Skills Week 3 Career Development Services 2008
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Interview Skills (Week #3) Career Development Services 2008
Elements of Discussion • Know the perspective employer • Your image • Behavior-based interviewing • Standing out from the Crowd – On your resume – In your interview
Know the Perspective Employer • Be prepared • Do your homework (due diligence) • Have quality questions ready • Sources of information – Google it! – Press releases – Annual reports; 10 K – Understand markets served
Your Image • Don’t underestimate first impressions • Well-groomed, polished • Articulate • Eye-contact • Firm handshake • All else being equal, image is a tie-breaker
Behavior-Based Interviewing • Employers are looking for examples, experiences, and outcomes • Decision making process • Results • Your specific contribution • Succinct, focused answers
Standing Out from the Crowd on Your Resume • Prior Experience • Balanced Life • Teamwork Skills • Leadership Skills • Entrepreneurial/Adventurous Spirit
Standing Out from the Crowd in Your Interview • Confident • Professional • Complete Answers • Positive Attitude • Prepared
Interview Questions • • • • Tell us about yourself What are your major strengths? Weaknesses? Why should I hire you? Why do you want to work for us? What are recent responsibilities you have taken? Describe an area where you would like to improve? Why should we choose you over someone else What are your short and long term goals? Tell me about a time you were successful working on a team. Describe a time you had to deal with difficult customers. Describe a time you were faced with a difficult decision. In what areas do you need additional training? What are your salary expectations?
