job interview., what to expect..never been to one. |
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 Mar 19 2005, 08:35 PM
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Okay I have a job interview scheduled this Friday. Since I've never been to one, what questions would they generally ask? How should I prepare for it, if I even need to at all. I really want/need this job, any tips would be nice.
thanx. |
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Mar 19 2005, 08:40 PM
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 Mr. Brightside Group: Member Posts: 332 Joined: Mar 2005 Member No: 114,646 |
make sure you shake their hand and have eye contact the whole time. Just be honest and casual.
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Mar 19 2005, 08:42 PM
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 E=Fb Musicians Theory of Relativity Group: Member Posts: 711 Joined: Mar 2005 Member No: 109,045 |
Sit up straight and be on your best behavior. Dress well, no jeans. Just be honest, and think about things they might ask (example: "why do want this job?" "why would we benefit from hiring you?").
Good luck! |
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Mar 19 2005, 08:46 PM
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Senior Member Group: Member Posts: 176 Joined: Mar 2005 Member No: 108,480 |
QUOTE(Ballpointpencil @ Mar 19 2005, 8:42 PM) Good luck!  thanx! |
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Mar 19 2005, 08:49 PM
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 boo Group: Member Posts: 5,512 Joined: Dec 2004 Member No: 71,765 |
What they said. ^
Be sure to be honest and well-behaved. Good posture and manners. |
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Mar 19 2005, 09:24 PM
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I think they ask you why you think you'd be qualified for the job, and whatnot
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Mar 19 2005, 09:25 PM
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what kind of job?
well be the nicest/polite person you can ever be, but not to the annoying part |
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Mar 19 2005, 09:51 PM
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Senior Member Group: Member Posts: 176 Joined: Mar 2005 Member No: 108,480 |
QUOTE(xj_liana_tx @ Mar 19 2005, 9:25 PM) what kind of job? well be the nicest/polite person you can ever be, but not to the annoying part department of transportation; I pretty much type things onto the puter, answer phone, or filing |
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Mar 19 2005, 10:13 PM
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 In the land of make-believe, they don't believe in me... Group: Member Posts: 117 Joined: Jul 2004 Member No: 31,010 |
Yeah, i would do what they say. smile, keep eye contact, be honest, and don't dress sloppy.
i've had 3 job interviews (Waitressing, RA, and tour guide, which i got the jobs for) and i'm about to do an interview for my internship i've gotten questions like: what personality traits do you have that are good for this job? how do you see this job benefitting you in the long run? how would you handle an upset customer? what do you hope to gain in experience from this job? did you have any other jobs before this? what did you do? why did you leave? stuff like that. it also helps to research your company you go to interview for. for example, if you are using a computer, you could say something like "well, i know your company uses this type of system, and i am familiar with it" showing that you did research about the company shows that you're interested. lastly, make sure you arrive on time, and follow up with a thank you note. i've aced all interviews by following these little guidelines, i hope all works out well for you :) good luck |
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Mar 19 2005, 10:30 PM
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eye contact, try not to look tired even if you are, posture, neat hair, tied shoes, know what you're talking about and dont go off on a tangent, and smile.
and BE PUNCTUAL. |
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Mar 19 2005, 10:36 PM
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 im addicted to my car<3 Group: Member Posts: 635 Joined: Jan 2005 Member No: 92,236 |
they always tell me to present (sp?) yourself well. like dress nice etc.
remember first impressions are lasting ones. |
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Mar 19 2005, 10:40 PM
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 whaaaaaaat? Group: Member Posts: 2,293 Joined: May 2004 Member No: 16,660 |
first impression: very important. u judge people based on first impression.
u wanna look sharp and like u are a true professional. and whatever everyone else has been saying. |
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Mar 19 2005, 10:42 PM
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 Senior Member Group: Member Posts: 2,248 Joined: Jul 2004 Member No: 30,084 |
oh mann i need some tips too... mmaybe i should read thru this too lol
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Mar 20 2005, 01:45 AM
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 Save a guitar, bang a guitarist. Group: Member Posts: 621 Joined: Jul 2004 Member No: 31,916 |
Make your actions show that you really want the job but don't come right out and say it...(kinda tacky)...and have a really upbeat and positive attitiude. ..... Good Luck!
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Mar 20 2005, 01:48 AM
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 hi, my name is brianna! =] Group: Official Member Posts: 5,764 Joined: Jun 2004 Member No: 22,114 |
Expect to be asked your name. <-- VERY IMPORTANT!
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Mar 20 2005, 01:55 AM
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 Clawdia/Violette wants ur eyeballs Group: Member Posts: 2,116 Joined: Mar 2004 Member No: 8,477 |
they ususally ask why you think you are suitable for this job..and whether you had any experiences.
a tip? when they ask you if you have further questions on your job...dont just say no...ASK SOMETHING..such as asking the interviewer how he/she likes his/her job..and how it has been like...ppl always like to talk about themselves..and this also helps them think that you are actually interested in this position. |
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