THE INTERVIEW. Ahhhhhhh! :o That s why I had to write a CV and Cover Letters! A. Di Lallo CRHS 2016

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1 THE INTERVIEW Ahhhhhhh! :o That s why I had to write a CV and Cover Letters! A. Di Lallo CRHS 2016

2 Today s Class 1. Preparing for the Interview. 2. What you need to bring to the interview. 3. The interview itself. 4. Analysis of two interview questions

3 1. PREPARING FOR THE INTERVIEW No, you don t wing it

4 Steps to take to prepare for the Interview 1. Re-read the job posting (All on the class website) 2. Go onto the company s website and read up on their mission statement 3. Plan your outfit a. Business attire is necessary

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6 Business Attire Men Clothing should be ironed. Hair should be styled. Key areas of personal hygiene should be maintained (brush teeth before interview).

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9 Business Attire Women Clothing should be ironed. Hair should be styled. Accessories shouldn t overpower the outfit Key areas of personal hygiene should be maintained (brush teeth before interview).

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11 2. WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING TO THE INTERVIEW Not just yourself

12 What to bring to the Interview 1. A copy of your CV (Act as a back-up) 2. A list of your references containing the following: Name Job title Contact information

13 3. THE INTERVIEW ITSELF Yes, you actually have to do the Interview

14 Goal of the interview 1. Demonstrate to the interviewer why you are the most ideal candidate for the job. a. Make sure that during the interview, you show confidence, not arrogance 2. Even if the interviewer decides to pass on hiring you, IMPRESSIONS COUNT a. A good interview, even if a job isn t available immediate, may lead to one in the future

15 When you meet the interviewer for the first time. SMILE!! You want to show confidence and that you are at ease; best way to show this is by smiling Before sitting down, shake hands with the interviewer Introduce social niceties How are you today? Isn't the weather good/awful

16 During the interview Stay calm! Yes interviews can be stressful. However, it is a conversation between two people, remember that Remain engaged in the conversation Take your time answering questions But at the same time, don t take forever Keep smiling!

17 When the interview is drawing to a close If the interviewer asks if you have any questions, NEVER SAY NONE Ask about when you may hear a response back Ask about salary Ask about company benefits Ask about how long it typically takes to move up in positions Offer to the interviewer your reference list Thank the interviewer for his/her time Shake hands with the interviewer

18 4. ANALYSIS OF INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

19 Thursday s Interview 9 questions will be asked. Also graded will be Behavioural/Social Skills Attire Language (Some questions will be asked in French; majority of the Interview will be in English We will analyze two of the questions asked, as well as discussing the grading rubric for those questions

20 Think, Pair, Share For the two interview questions you will be asked, Reflect on what you think is the best answer Pair with the person next to you, compare answers Share your discussions with the class

21 What would people who know you say is your greatest challenge? What have you been doing to overcome it? What is being asked? What would you consider a great answer for this question? How would you answer this question?

22 What would people who know you say is your greatest challenge? What have you been doing to overcome it? 3 on 3 Answer 2 on 3 Answer 1 on 3 Answer Good reflection Understands the question; gives concrete examples of challenges and how cope with it Understands the question Attempts to respond No concrete plan for overcoming challenge Difficulty answering the question Evasive, responds I m perfect

23 If we had two equally competent candidates, why should we choose you for this position? What is being asked? What would you consider a great answer for this question? How would you answer this question?

24 If we had two equally competent candidates, why should we choose you for this position? 3 on 3 Answer 2 on 3 Answer 1 on 3 Answer 2+ Confidence and humility in the response. Enthusiastic for wanting to work for my company Brings back answer to personal strengths, relates answer back to position applying for. Vague and/or general answer to greatest challenge. Interviewee is cocky/ presumptuous when answering

25 Today s Assignment Prepare for your interview for the jobs you have written cover letters for You have already been ed (last week) of the job you are interviewing for Interview Date: March 24 th Dress appropriately (Business attire-marks will be deducted for improper attire) Have a copy of your CV with you at the interview -> If you cannot download the CV from your OneNote account, let me know Read up on the company you are interviewing for, you are going to be asked specific questions about the company Bring a copy of your reference list