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How to get a job

How to get a job. The Interview Process. 7 Interview Tips. Preparation Watch Get Ready Be On Time Stay Calm Show What You Know Follow Up. Goals, mission statement and concerns of the organization Job description Skills/responsibilities required Key elements of advertisement

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How to get a job

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  1. How to get a job The Interview Process How to find a job

  2. 7 Interview Tips • Preparation • Watch • Get Ready • Be On Time • Stay Calm • Show What You Know • Follow Up How to find a job

  3. Goals, mission statement and concerns of the organization • Job description • Skills/responsibilities required • Key elements of advertisement • Practice sample interview questions Preparation If you are properly prepared, you will appear more CONFIDENTand COMFORTABLE during the interview. How to find a job

  4. Use the following links to help you prepare for your interview: • www.workopolis.com • www.monsterjobs.com • www.gov.on.ca • www.jobsearch.about.co • Teen Interview Video Watch View some online VIDEO clips of interviews to ensure you’ll DAZZLE potential employers. How to find a job

  5. Neat • Tidy • Appropriate • Portfolio (resume, references, other) • Pen Get ready DRESS for SUCCESS! How to find a job

  6. 5-10 minutes early • Test run (if needed) • Not too early Be on time Get to the interview ON TIME. How to find a job

  7. Find ways to calm yourself • Use arrival time to prepare yourself mentally for the interview • Eye contact • Listen to questions, think before you speak • Watch your body movements (avoid fidgeting) Stay calm If it is to be, it is up to me. How to find a job

  8. Relate your knowledge to the company • Match accomplishments to the company’s needs Show what you know There are no WRONG answers, there are only RIGHT MATCHES for both you and the employer. How to find a job

  9. ALWAYS follow-up with a thank you note. • Each interviewer should receive a thank you note. Follow-up It’s not over yet! How to find a job

  10. Three stages: The Arrival The Interview The Finale How to find a job

  11. The Arrival • 10-15 minutes early • Dressed to impress • Courteous to everyone • Use time to relax and think about the position • Firm handshake, eye contact, smile • Present a positive, confident and enthusiastic attitude How to find a job

  12. The Interview • Listen to questions carefully • Responses clear and concise • Focus on benefits YOU BRING to the position • Flexibility, willingness to learn and take responsibility • Stick to topic • Watch your body language • Ask only pertinent questions • Thank the interviewer by name for their time How to find a job

  13. The Finale • Follow-up with a thank you letter • Review questions and responses – learn from the experience • Personal evaluation will strengthen your chances for future success How to find a job

  14. Just a few more things… • Bring to your interview: • Several copies of your resume • A copy of the job posting/advertisement • Company information • List of references/letters of reference • Relevant certificates/accreditations • QUESTIONS… How to find a job

  15. Common Interview Questions How to find a job

  16. Sample Questions • In your notes, prepare answers for the sample questions discussed in class How to find a job

  17. Questions to ask at an Interview • What are some questions that you can (and should) ask during an interview? How to find a job

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