homago.com presents job interview 101
DESCRIPTION
Job interviews are a difficult and intense thing for many people, but there are ways to make them easier to deal with. You can even make them fun! Join the experienced and talented Brigette Kidd and we'll discuss the basics of job interviewing during this interactive Geekout. We'll talk tips, tricks, resume suggestions, and “the do's and do nots” of job interviews.TRANSCRIPT
MOCK INTERVIEWS
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Brigette Kidd and Evan Jones
5/8/2014
JOB INTERVIEW TIPS
• Do your homework • Confirm interview time and date• Map out the address and drive time• Arrive 20 minutes early• Dress professionally • Have a firm handshake (practice this)• Smile • Stand until asked to be seated• Have resume/portfolio/websites
• Job Specific- uses resume1
• Behavioral- what you do2
• Competency - stories3
TYPES – JOB INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
Mock Interview (Job Specific)
“Walk me through your resume”
Mock Interview (Behavioral)
“If your supervisor asked you to do something you
disagreed with, what would you do”
Mock Interview (Competency)
“Tell me about yourself”
Summary
• Research prospective company
• Have at least 2 stories that showcase your skills that pertain to the job - competency
• Be prepared for anything
• Be enthusiastic
• Remember the interview goes both ways
OPEN FLOOR
• Questions
• Share an interview question
• Mock interview volunteer
• Feedback