Interviewing Strategies Anchorage School District Presentation 2012-2013 School Year Funding for the Youth First Career Guides program is provided by the Division of Business Partnerships, Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development. We are an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
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Interviewing Strategies
Anchorage School District Presentation
2012-2013 School Year
Funding for the Youth First Career Guides program is provided by the Division of Business Partnerships, Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development. We are an equal opportunity employer/program.
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Interviewing StrategiesInterviewing Strategies
Youth Job Center – Career Guides
Tammy Williamson;James Harris;Michelle Moncovich
ObjectiveObjectiveTo provide the job seeker with basic knowledge of the interviewing process.
•Before the Interview
•During the Interview
•After the Interview
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION TO TO
INTERVIEWINGINTERVIEWING
•Before the Interview
BeBe PreparedPrepared
•Have 3-5 copies of your resume and references available
•Have questions ready for the Interviewer
•Show up to the interview early
•Have a sample of your work to show the Interviewer
RESEARCH THE COMPANYRESEARCH THE COMPANY
Start by researching the general company background information
•Find out what the company makes or the services offered
•Research the occupation you are targeting
PRACTICAL EXERCISEPRACTICAL EXERCISE
1 Minute 1 Minute IntroductionIntroduction
Job DescriptionJob Description Job Title: Office Manager City: KENAI Months of Experience: 60 Job Description: Office manager position available within aSeafood processing and distribution company. Applicantsmust have a minimum of 5 years office managerial experience, an understanding of accounts payable andreceivable methods, excellent customer service skills, and H/R experience. Must be able to type 50 words per minute, have exceptional computer skills and demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.Knowledge of the seafood industry is desirable. Responsibilities include: Employee scheduling, payroll, management of all accounts payable and receivable, management of office staff and daily operations, answering phones, receiving and sending mail, ordering office supplies, preparing bank deposits, and customer sales.
Dress to ImpressDress to ImpressTo do or not to do?To do or not to do?That is the question!
2. Style hair neatly1. Create a good 1st impression
The GatekeeperThe GatekeeperThe person at the front desk. i.e., secretary, office clerk, receptionist, or the person who greets you at the time of your interview is known as the gatekeeper, who should be treated with the utmost respect.
While Waiting to be CalledWhile Waiting to be Called
• Turn off your cell Phone• Remove: hat, gloves, coat• Avoid being overly chatty• Try to read any type of company literature
Types of InterviewsTypes of Interviews
Behavioraland/or
Traditional and/or
Serial Interview/Panel or Groupand/or
Stress
DidDid YouYou Know……?Know……?
Over 80% of
all job seekers
are unable to
describe their
skills in an
interview?
SKILLS PYRAMIDSKILLS PYRAMID
Specific Content Skills (Hard)
Includes: Examples:Specific knowledge Using a microcomputerSpecial vocabulary Cobol, psychology termsTechnical ability Repairing carsLearned formally or AA or BAOn-the-job certificates
Transferable Skills (Soft)
Includes working with: Examples:People Serving, tact, advisingThings operating, adjustingData reading, counting
Self Management Skills (Soft)Includes: Examples:Traits that help you manage time DependabilityTraits that enable you to adapt FlexibilityPersonality traits developed throughout life Drive, Efficiency
IntervieInterviewsws
Non-verbal behavior can be more powerful than anything you say or put on your resume. Interviews have been determined to be judged as follows:
7 % Words 38% Tone of Voice
55% Body Language
PRACTICE YOUR PRACTICE YOUR INTERVIEWINTERVIEW
WHAT WOULD YOUR ANSWERS BE TO THE
TOP 50 QUESTIONS?
REMEMBER, INTERVIEWING IS A SKILL
LEARN HOW TO SELL YOUR SKILLS
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT
PRACTICE WITH A ????????
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION TO TO
INTERVIEWINGINTERVIEWING
During the Interview
Create a Good Create a Good ImpressionImpression
There are 2 basic things that
mold an impression
AttitudeManners
AttitudeAttitude•It separates - winners from the losers
•Look - bright, alert and alive
•Wear - confident smile
•Be motivated - enthusiastic about working
•Someone who will look them in the eye
•Ask questions - say you want the job
MannersManners•Be punctual
•Extend a friendly greeting
•Have a firm handshake
•Call the person by Mr. Or Ms. Unless they state you can call them by their 1st name
The Interview - Sales The Interview - Sales PresentationPresentationNEEDS
Identify the needs of the employerSKILLS
Name the skills you have that will speak to
those needsEXPERIENCES
Cite the experiences in which you have used these skills
Qualities Employers Love!! (top 10) Why People get Fired (top 10) 1. A good attitude 1. Unable to get along with others 2. Team spirit 2. Dishonesty (lying/stealing) 3. Initiative 3. Poor dress or grooming 4. Going the extra mile 4. Unreliable (late, absent, etc.) 5. Imagination 5. Used work time for personal business 6. Honesty 6. Could not do the work 7. Looking the part 7. Worked too slowly/made mistakes 8. Punctuality 8. Would not follow orders 9. Loyalty 9. Abused alcohol or drugs10. A sense of humor 10. Misrepresented skills/experience
Do you see any correlation or similarities?
According to Department of According to Department of Labor Nationwide Employer Labor Nationwide Employer
SurveysSurveys
Types of Interview Types of Interview QuestionsQuestions
Relax and tell me a little about yourself?
Tell me what you know about our company?
What are your biggest weaknesses?
Why should I hire you instead of the other
applicants?
SELL YOURSELFSELL YOURSELF
Your resume or application are designed to get you the interview.
The interview gets you the job.
• Talk about your accomplishments, skills and
abilities
• Use examples or stories that explain what you
mean
• Explain to the manager what you can do for
their company
• Show that you’re a team player
• Turn trick questions into a positive
• Put together a closing statement - Summarize
your
strengths
Follow up After the InterviewFollow up After the Interview
Send a Thank You Noteand make
a follow-up phone call
Some Final AdviceSome Final Advice
• Research the company
• Wait to be seated, only when asked
• Shake each of the interviewers hands when
greeting
• Have questions ready for the interviewer
• Take 3-5 copies of your resume
• Have 3-5 references available
• Thank the interviewers for their time
• Make follow up calls
•Mock interviews at Job Center
Thank You!!!Thank You!!!
Funding for the Youth First Career Guides program is provided by the Division of Business Partnerships, Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development. We are an equal opportunity employer/program.
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.