Interviewing: Making the Connection

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Interviewing Making the Connection

• Kelly Burnett

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Preparation

• Phone Interview
• Have notes prepared
• Keep your computer close by

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Preparation

• Face-to-face interview
• Do your research
• Prepare extra copies of your resume
• Review commonly asked questions

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First Impressions

• Look presentable
• Ladies no more than 15 accessories
• (including visible buttons)
• Have your clothing tailored and ironed
• Do not smoke before an interview - the smell will
  remain on your clothes

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Introduction

• The handshake
• Firm
• Make sure hands are not sweaty or cold
• Make eye contact
• Speak clearly

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Selling Yourself

• Dont be afraid to show your personality - thats
  what the interviewer wants to see
• Discuss skills that set you apart from other
  applicants

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Selling Yourself

• Dont be obsequious
• When possible relate to the work environment
• Speak casually but professionally

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Selling Yourself

• Even if youre nervous dont let it show
• Dont refuse an offer during the interview
• Ask questions

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Closing

• Thank the interviewer
• If possible set a time for a follow-up interview
• Know that after leaving the office the
  interviewer can still make judgments

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Follow Up

• Send a thank you letter within 24 hours
• Take the initiative to know where the company is
  in the hiring process
• Dont be afraid to call and ask questions