Interviewing Skills
Appropriate Clothing for an
Interview
• Clothing needs to be
professional in appearance.
• Clothing needs to be clean
and wrinkle-free.
• Clothing needs to be
conservative.
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What do I
wear to my
Interview?
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How Do I Behave in an Interview?
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Do not chew gum, smoke, or eat during the interview.
Try and control nervous movements.
Be pleasant in all conversation.
Remember, the interview begins
the moment you enter the work
place and ends when you leave.
Be professional and mature!
Be positive.
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Grooming is Very Important
Good hygiene & appearance
• Dress conservatively.
“speak for themselves!”
• Make sure your hair (beard)
is cut & neatly styled.
• Be conservative, use cologne
and after-shave sparingly.
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During Your Interview, You
Should...
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Bring extra copies of your resume.
Wait until you are asked to be seated.
Speak in full sentences.
Keep direct eye contact.
Pay attention.
Be familiar with the business of the perspective
employer.
• Be early to your interview. NEVER be late!
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Interviewing Skills
Formal Interview Verses
Informal Interview
Formal Interview:
Usually a serious
one-on-one discussion.
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Informal Interview:
Probably a one-to-one, but
generally a little more relaxed.
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Interviewing Skills
Panel Interview Verses
Group Interview
The
Applicant
The
Interviewer
The
Panel
The
Applicants
Panel Interview:
Several people take
turns asking questions
of you.
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Group Interview:
One person who
interviews a small
group of applicants.
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Interviewing Skills
The Follow-Up Letter
It should contain:
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Appreciation for the interviewer’s time and
interest in your application.
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A reminder that you are enthusiastic and ready
to begin work.
3.
Your phone number and times when you can
be reached.
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