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Interview
Tips
We don't need to
tell you the importance of a good interview. But we will.
It's a terrific opportunity to elevate yourself above the
rest of the crowd. Below we've listed some tips that should
help you relax and make a great impression.
Personal
Interview
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Know your
accomplishments and have examples to illustrate your
performance strengths and ability to act as a team player.
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Have a list of
interviewing questions that will help give you further
insight into the interviewer (maybe your future boss), the
position and company.
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Be
enthusiastic, but not fake. Project optimism and never use
offensive language.
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Dress
appropriately for the position for which you are applying.
It's better to over dress than under dress. Wear
conservative clothes when in doubt.
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Be on time.
Arrive at least 15 minutes early and if you are going to
be late call the interviewer, the recruiter who sent you,
or both.
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Resume. Always
keep an updated resume that contains a heading
(name, address, phone number), summary of
qualifications, accomplishments/results, experience,
education and other relevant data.
If possible, try to keep your resume to two pages or
less; use white 8.5 x 11-inch paper; and list employment
history in reverse chronological order (present to last).
Click to see
resume example.
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Be courteous
to everyone you encounter at the interviewing office and
never bring up personal problems in the interview.
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Never
"bad-mouth" a past employer and give your present employer
adequate notice when resigning.
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Ask for the
position.
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Always follow
up within 24 hours with a sincere thank-you note, letter,
e-mail or fax.
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Always obtain
the business card from each person who interviews you.
Phone
Interviewing
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If possible,
have notes on yourself and accomplishments close at hand.
You don't want to forget to mention a key point, but try
not sound like you are reading a speech.
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Convey energy
and enthusiasm with your voice.
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Moderate your
vocal pace.
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Avoid using
pauses such as "ah,"uhm" and "uh."
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Use a low tone
of voice which will convey a sense of trust and
credibility.
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Speak clearly
and concisely.
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Always
remember: Take a second to evaluate the question and what
you are going to say, because once you have spoken, your
words can't be taken back.
Above all
else: Take action. Please contact your
search consultant or staff coordinator
if you have further questions. The above checklist can give
you an edge - but only if you act on it!
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