Friday, October 28, 2011

So You want a JOB?


With the holiday season coming up, who's thinking about jobs? I know I am. A lot of places are willing to hire seasonal, so get to applying. Before you do though, look at these tips I found from this website: http://jobsearch.about.com/cs/interviews/a/jobinterviewtip.htm



Practice


Practice answering interview questions and practice your responses to the typical job interview questions and answers most employers ask. Think of actual examples you can use to describe your skills. Providing evidence of your successes is a great way to promote your candidacy.


Prepare


Prepare a response so you are ready for the question "What do you know about our company. Know the interviewer's name and use it during the job interview. If you're not sure of the name, call and ask prior to the interview. Try to relate what you know about the company when answering questions.


Get Ready


Make sure your interview attire is neat, tidy and appropriate for the type of firm you are interviewing with. Bring a nice portfolio with copies of your resume. Include a pen and paper for note taking.


Be On Time


Be on time for the interview. On time means five to ten minutes early. If need be, take some time to drive to the office ahead of time so you know exactly where you are going and how long it will take to get there.


Stay Calm


During the job interview try to relax and stay as calm possible. Take a moment to regroup. Maintain eye contact with the interviewer. Listen to the entire question before you answer and pay attention - you will be embarrassed if you forget the question!


Show What You Know


Try to relate what you know about the company when answering questions. When discussing your career accomplishments match them to what the company is looking for.


Follow Up


Always follow-up with a thank you note reiterating your interest in the position. If you interview with multiple people send each one a thank you note.



You can also go to the site and it has several other links for further information. Good luck and happy holidays!


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