Lesson 7 Succeeding in a Job Interview Next

Lesson 7 Succeeding in a Job Interview

Next Generation Science/Common Core Standards Addressed! n WHST. 9 -12. 5 Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific purpose and audience. (HS-PS 1 -2)

Agriculture, Food and Natural Resource Standards Addressed! n CRP. 10. 04. Identify, prepare, update and improve the tools and skills necessary to pursue a chosen career path. n CRP. 10. 04. 01. a. Identify and explain the purpose of fundamental tools used to pursue a career path (e. g. , resume, cover letter, portfolio, etc. ) as well as the common components of each (e. g. , content in cover letter, categories in resume, etc. ).

Bell Work! Explain the purpose of a job interview. n Explain some tips for making a good impression in a job interview. n Describe what an applicant can learn from being denied a job opening. n

Terms Cue n Denial n Impromptu response n Job interview n Personable n Promptness n

Interest Approach What type of questions are asked in an interview? n What creates a good impression about a candidate? n

What is a job interview? n A job interview is a personal conference that allows the employer to assess the job applicant and the applicant to assess the prospective employer.

Employers use interviews for some of the following reasons: Allows the determination of particular qualifications or traits. . n Allows the opportunity to verbally explain the job and its duties. n

Employers use interviews for some of the following reasons: n Enables employers to make a judgment on the candidates’ verbal communication skills.

Employers use interviews for some of the following reasons: Allows the clarification of points contained in the applicants’ résumé, letter of application, or job application. n Enables employers to determine if applicants can “think on their feet. ” n n An impromptu response is one that is given without prior preparation.

Applicants can use job interviews for the following purposes: n n To determine the specific duties of the job. To explain to the employer why the applicant would be a benefit to the organization.

Applicants can use job interviews for the following purposes: n To relate specific education, training, or work experience that have prepared the applicant for the job.

Applicants can use job interviews for the following purposes: n n To determine the permanency and expected hours of work. To convey enthusiasm, confidence, and an interest in the available position.

What can the applicant do to help make a good impression? Study the employer before the interview. n Dress appropriately. n

What can the applicant do to help make a good impression? Bring a pen, note pad, letter of application, and résumé. n Be prompt. n

What can the applicant do to help make a good impression? Be personable. n Conclude the interview on schedule. n Follow up in writing/thank you letter. n

What can be learned from being rejected for a potential job? n n A denial refers to when an applicant is not chosen for a job. When an applicant is denied employment, he or she should carefully examine the reasons why.

Reasons can be classified into two broad categories. Things the candidate can control. n Things beyond the candidate’s control. n

Review/Summary What is a job interview, and why are they held? n What can the applicant do to help make a good impression? n What can be learned from being rejected for a potential job? n

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