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Acing the Interview
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Agenda
• Preparing for the Interview
• During the Interview – tools and techniques for success
• Follow Up
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Preparing for a Successful Interview
• Review and update your résumé
• Research the role
• Online – company web site, social media
• In person – networking prior to interview
• Know the type of interview
Preparation
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Day of the Interview Basics • What to bring: pen, portfolio, resume, business cards.
• Start strong – the interview begins when you drive into the parking lot. Be early.
• Listen carefully to the interviewer.
• Take the initiative – communicate your value by the end of the interview.
• Ask questions – this is your chance to show good engagement.
• “Thank you” – Don’t forget to thank the interviewer and send a note!
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Preparation
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During the Interview
There are 4 general types of questions interviewers will ask you:
1. Why are you here?
2. What can you do for our team?
3. What kind of person are you?
4. What distinguishes you from everyone else?
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Why are you here?
You have about 10-30 seconds to make a first impression with your introduction. Make sure to use your “30 Second Commercial” with the following:
• Who you are – name, key characteristics
• Current company, title, and dates of employment
• Pertinent background information
• One or two benefits
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What can you do for our team? This is where your research will pay off as you
show your knowledge of the company.
• Highlight strengths
• Knowledge based – education/career
• Transferable skills – these are crucial, so translate into civilian terms.
• Personal traits – emphasize soft skills like communication, leadership, etc.
• Give specific examples
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What kind of person are you?
These questions try to determine how you will fit into the team.
• Demonstrate 2-3 key personal characteristics with specific examples
• Aim for a natural conversation as opposed to a military style
• Areas of opportunity – be self aware of weaknesses, and turn them into areas of improvement
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What distinguishes you from everyone else?
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This is your chance to highlight unique skills.
• Use a “big to small” strategy – start with a short description of your overall experience related to a skill you want to highlight and then fill it in with small details
• Scenario type questions – be prepared for questions like, “Tell me about a time when…”
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Follow up
• Within 24 hours after the interview – send a thank you via email
• Within 48 hours after the interview – send a hand written thank you. Few people do this!
• Notify references that they may be called
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After the Interview
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