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Interviewing Etiquette
Do you want a job one day?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0cvurGdIOjs&feature=related
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/career/en/us/career-cert-benefits.aspx
Objectives for this lesson:
Determine Pre-interview courtesies. Discover the aspects of a good First
Impression Discuss introductions Practice answering interview questions Determine Post-interview courtesies.
Pre-Interview
Do your homework/research on the company.
Prepare your questions. Make sure you know how to get to
the interview location Coordinate your wardrobe. Look your best. Be 10 minutes early.
Why Prepare?
It’s a jungle out there…..
Competition is strong, and the way we present ourselves is key to success!
First Impression
The way you dress is the single biggest nonverbal communication you make about yourself.
Your dress conveys success, trustworthiness, intelligence and suitability.
First Impression
Grooming: 40% of unemployment is due to
appearance: messy hair, dirty hair, body odor, dirty
teeth, bad breath, dirty fingernails, too much make-up, unshaven, chipped polish, too much cologne, untrimmed nails, lipstick on teeth, gum, earrings, smoke smell, etc.
Dress
Appearance - What is appropriate to wear?
Male Attire
Suit/slacks
Button down shirt
Tie
Dress Shoes
Socks to match
Female Attire
No distracting make up or jewelry
Suit/slacks/dress/skirt Depends on the job
Hosiery
Dress shoes
During introductions and interview - Proper handshake - Posture - Eye contact, appropriate facial expressions - Tone and volume - Body Language (show interest!) - Confidence!
Key Components
Communication Always use effective and professional
communication
Hey, how ya doin?
Nah I’m good.
Well uhhh I like talking to people.
Take it easy man.
Mastering the Handshake
The Pull in
The Two hands
The Finger crush
The Dead fish
The Finger tipThe Bone crusher
Proper Handshake
Can make or break you Shake hands at the beginning and end
Thumb web to thumb web Apply equal amounts of motion and pressure
Firm, but not bone-crushing Lasts about 3 seconds. Includes good eye contact with the other person
Show what you know
With the person next to you…
Construct a mock interview Practice answering common questions Use the key components Take turns being the interviewer and
interviewee Can you master the handshake??
Post Interview
Ask for their Business Card. Reflect on how your interview went. Write down important discussion points. Write a thank you letter. Follow up with phone call.
Summary
Pre and post interview courtesies. Key components to introductions and
interviewing Effectively give a proper handshake Knowledge of proper interview
etiquette is essential for success.