Interview with Confidence

Jennifer Fisher Culture and Retention Manager

Group Dekko

Different types of interviews

How to prepare to be great

What to wear, do, say

Questions to ask the interviewer

How to follow up

Different Types of Interviews

Phone Interviews• Very popular now to help recruiters screen candidates.

• Can be a challenge for anyone, even the most prepared interviewee because you can’t actually see who’s interviewing you.

• Prepare the way you would for an in person interview.

• Make sure that you are in a quiet and interruption free environment to conduct the interview.

• Best to do over landline to avoid cell phone signal problems. If you can’t, make sure you have full signal

In-Person Interviews

• Gives you an opportunity to see where the company is located and get a feel for their culture.

• Always dress professionally.

• You may be interviewed by one person or by a group. Be prepared for either.

• Gives you a chance to sell yourself.

First ImpressionsHow long does it take to make an impression?

Within thirty seconds people judge: economic level

educational levelsocial position

level of sophisticationability to success

By four minutes most have made decisions about:

trustworthiness

compassionreliability

IntelligenceCapability

HumilityFriendliness

confidence

ABC’s of Image

Appearance

Wardrobeclothing

accessories

Groominghairskin

nails makeup

fragrancebreath

(don’t chew gum)

ABC’s of ImageBehavior

Etiquettephone/emailtable mannersIntroductionshandshakes

Civilityrespectful behaviorconsideration of others

Attitudepositive attitudeself-confidence self-esteem

Skype Interviews

• Done online and provides video feed of both the candidate and the interviewer.

• Must have a good connection on both ends for it to work well.

• Allows you to interact with the candidate and see their professional appearance.

• Can be a great alternative for candidates who cannot come onsite for an interview.

RESEARCH THE COMPANY YOU ARE INTERVIEWING WITH

Check out their website

The more that you know, the more they will listen

Know how your skills can help their company

Be prepared with questions for them based on your research

SWOT Analysis

• What are barriers you have identified based on what you know about the organization?

•Based on what you know about the organization, what opportunities do you see for yourself there?

•What do you see for your future? (1 year plan, 5 year plan, etc.)

•What are areas that you feel you need to improve on?

•What steps are you taking to ensure that these weaknesses do not affect your work?

•What do you have to offer an organization?

•What sets you apart from other candidates?

•Keep it professional!

Strengths Weaknesses

ThreatsOpportunities

Why is it so important to ask the right questions during a phone interview or during a

face to face job interview?

Because, as an applicant, the questions you ask may portray a positive light on your motivations for applying for the

position, may even give the interviewer a good impression on your knowledge and skills - the questions you ask can increase your odds to get the job down the road.

1. What are the challenges for this position?2. What are the main skills necessary for this position?3. What are the personal strengths/traits required for

making the difference in this position?4. What are the department/organization’s goals?

5. How do you describe the learning curve for this position?6. Where is the department located within company

organizational structure?

http://www.job-interview-site.com/phone-interview-questions-to-ask-during-a-phone-

interview.html

The Art of a Thank You Letter

Don’t forget to follow up with a thank you

Highlight the things you talked about

Talk about your skills again

If you’re no longer interested in the job, tell them

If you are interested in the job, tell them

Provide contact information

Jennifer Fisher, Culture and Retention Manager,

Group Dekkojenniferlfisher@live.comTwitter: Jenfisherfw

Blog: www.generationalsoup.com

www.dekko.com

Thank You!!!