Interview Preparation & Dressing for Success

Interview Preparation & Dressing for Success

By Debbie A. Duran

By Debbie A. Duran

ABOUT ME

• Debbie A. Duran• Currently Personnel Manager

@MD. Dept. Of Public Safety & Correctional Services

• HR experiences in Non-Profit, Private Sector and State Government

OBJECTIVE How To Prepare

For An Interview

Knowing What Employers Are Looking For

What To Do After The Interview

Dressing For The Interview

PREPARING FOR AN INTERVIEW

The Three R’s of interviewingRehearse, Research,

ReviewBring extra copies of your

resumeBring samples of your work If

possibleIf you are a new grad, always

have transcripts on hand

WHAT EMPLOYERS ARE LOOKING FOR

WHAT EMPLOYERS ARE LOOKING FOR ,CONT’D

Smile and give a firm handshake

Listen and never interrupt the interviewer

Maintain eye contact and look confident, even if you are nervous

Show enthusiasm and excitement for the job

Be prepared to tell the interviewer about yourself

Be prepared to answer behavioral interview questions

Ask at least one or two job related questions

Closing arguments should elaborate on why you are the best candidate

PUNCTUALITYDo a dry runArrive at least 25 minutes prior Bring a bottle of water

DRESS FOR SUCCESS

First Impressions LastDark Colored ClothingGrooming and HygieneCover Tattoos

DRESS FOR SUCCESS CONT’D

DRESS FOR THE PART

AFTER THE INTERVIEW!

Thank you note (mandatory)Follow up call (optional)

INTERVIEW PRECAUTIONS

DON’T BE LATETURN CELL PHONE

OFF(NO VIBRATE)NEVER SMOKE

PRIORPERSONAL

HYGIENENEVER WEAR

SANDALS OR OPEN TOE SHOES

DON’T SHOW CLEAVAGE

NEVER CHEW GUM

NEVER SHOW UP WITH YOUR CHILDREN

DO NOT ASK ABOUT SALARY