INTERVIEW TOOLS FOR EVERYONE AND ANYONE

INTERVIEW TOOLS FOR EVERYONE AND ANYONE: 

With so many candidates  out there, how can you be on top of your game and come out a winner?

DRESS PROFESSIONAL

Lose the extra piercings.    

Don’t wear Blue Jeans unless the job is a construction type job.  You want a conservative appearance.

Men should wear shirts with collars.  However, if you are interviewing for a construction type job, you might want to consider clean and neat.  Can you imagine wearing a suite for an interview for an equipment operator?   The Hiring Manager might think you don’t get dirty! 

TAKE YOUR RESUME

 Should the interviewer be unorganized and doesn’t readily have your resume, you can say something, “Here, I have a copy”.  You have come prepared.

BRING YOUR RESUME

Only give them personal references if they ask.  Some companies may want supervisor’s names.  Don’t give them friends names or co-worker names unless asked.  What friend would give a mediocre reference?

STUDY THE COMPANY'S WEBSITE

 Let them know you looked it over.  This shows serious interest in what they do.  This interview is important.  You want the job.  The more you know about the company, the more you will shine in the interview.  Here’s an example:  “I saw your website and noticed you just opened an office in Spokane, Washington”.

COME A FEW MINUTES EARLY

Plan ahead.  Get the directions to the company’s facility or site.  Drive out there either early or perhaps a day or two before the interview.

NO NEGATIVES, PLEASE

Don’t bring up that you were hurt on the job with a past employer. 

“My past employer was a head case”   No!  Don’t bring it up.

Don’t talk about how long you’ve been looking for work.

Don’t bring up daycare for your children. 

Don’t bring up money problems. 

My dog is dying.

My Ex is stalking me. 

A FINAL WORD

Your goal is to get this job.  Prepare ahead of time for your interview!  Have a positive, professional attitude.  Be a cut above the rest!  Written by:  Everyday Recruiter

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