1. Interviewing Tips & Tricks Or, what do I look for in an Interviewee

2. Introduction Why do I interview people Stages of the Interview o And what you should do What hiring managers want o Traits and Examples Questions and Answers

3. Pre-Interview Looking Professional o Clothes o Shoes o Bags o Bling o Makeup o Hair o Odor Preparation o Caffeine o Relieve o De-Stress

4. Entrance This is about making a GOOD IMPRESSION. o Or at least, don’t make a BAD Impression Smile! o Positive o Upbeat o Cheerful o Energetic Handshake o Firm o Look people in the eye o How to avoid sweaty palms

5. Breaking the Ice & Rapport What is happening here o De-stress / Lower inhibitions o Understanding the other person’s character Small talk o Positive observations Rapport o Finding common ground

6. Traits to show Attitude Hard Working Positive Enthusiasm Initiative Humble Friendly Agreeable Detail Minded Reliability Ability Quick Learner Memory Communication Following Instructions Critical Thinking Handle Pressure Teamwork Presentation Skills

7. Their Questions Your previous job experiences o Think of examples to illustrate the traits below Role expectations o Ask you how you would handle certain situations o Elaborate on your previous examples o Tell you what is needed Attitude Hard Working Positive Enthusiasm Initiative Humble Friendly Agreeable Detail Minded Reliability Ability Quick Learner Memory Communication Following Instructions Critical Thinking Handle Pressure Teamwork Presentation Skills

8. Your Questions Show you were paying attention Show what is important to you Show if you did any research o Do you understand this role? o Do you understand my company? o Is this a job you want, or just a something to occupy your time?

9. Post interview Thank you Note?

10. Impossible / Silly Questions Don’t panic Don’t say “I don’t know” Attitude Hard Working Positive Enthusiasm Initiative Humble Friendly Agreeable Detail Minded Reliability Ability Quick Learner Memory Communication Following Instructions Critical Thinking Handle Pressure Teamwork Presentation Skills

11. Q&A What are your strengths ? What are your weaknesses? What are you looking for in a career? Why should we hire you? What is your dream job? Why would you do well in this job? What is more important, the money or the job? What motivates you? Tell me about a time when you resolved a dispute “Question without an answer”