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Interviewing
Most hiring decisions are made at the first interview. How
you come across in that interview could be as important as
your experience and job talents.
Here are some interviewing tips that will help you get the
job you want.
Before The Interview:
Ñ Learn as much as you can about the company, salary, and
benefits. Friends, neighbors and relatives who work for the
company. are goo'd sources of informatlon. Libraries, local
chambers of commerce, etc. are also helpful.
Ñ Learn everything you can about the job and how your
previous experience and training qualify you for the job.
Ñ Write down the things you need to complete applications:
your background and experience list (contains names
of former employers, schools, training, etc.)
a resume 0r summary 'of work experience
samples of your work (if pra,ctical). Also include
any work-related or community service avards that you
have received.
social securitv card, driver's
license, union cards, military records, etc.
The Interview:
ÑDress for the interview and the job. Don't overdress or
look too informal.
Ñ Have pen, notepad, extra copy of your resume (business
cards if you normally use them) available where you can
find them fast without fumbling through pockets or purse.
Ñ Always go to the interview alone. Arrange for baby
sitters, transportation, and other pitfalls ahead of time
so that you can be on time and relaxed in the interview.
Ñ Find common ground with the employer. Pictures, books,
plants, etc., in the employer's office can be conversation
iterns leading into the inte17Iiew (this can make both of
you more comfortable).
Ñ Express your interest in the job and the company using
information you gathered to prepare for the interview.
Ñ Let the interviewer direct the conversation.
Ñ Answer questions in a clear and positive manner. Show how
your experience and training will make you productive in
the shortest time with minimal supervision.
Note_
Ñ Speak positively of former employers and co-workers no
matter why you left even if you were fired from your last
job.
Ñ╩Let the employer lead into conversations about benefits.
Your focus on these items can be a "turn off." But, don't
be afraid to ask questions about thi~gs that you really
need to know.
Ñ When discussing salary, be flexible-avoid naming a
specific salary. If you're too high, you risk not getting
the job. If you're too low, you undersell yourself. Answer
questions on salary requirements with responses such as,
"I'm interested in the job as a career opportunity so i'm
negotiable on the starting salary". Negotiate, but don't
sell yourself short.
Closing'' the Interview:
Ñ If the employer does not offer you a job or say when you
will hear about it, ask when you may call to find out about
the decision.
Ñ If the employer asks you to call or retur~ for another
interview, make a written note of the tirne, date and
place.
Ñ Thank the employer for the interview and reaffirm your
interest and qualifications for the job.