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Preparing for the Interview

Tip # 1: Learn All You Can About the Company Go online Visit the company

Tip # 2: Gather Important Documents Multiple copies of your resumé Copies of diplomas, awards, certificates Driver’s license Social Security Card Letters of Reference

Tip # 3: Know Where to Go Drive to the interview site ahead of time Allow an extra ten minutes on the day of the interview If someone drives you, have them stay in the car

Tip # 4: Dress for Success

Percent of Employers Negatively Influenced by: Clothing Handshake Unusual Hair Color Obvious Tattoos Body Piercing Unusual Hair Style

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Tip # 5: Edit Social Networking Sites & Blogs Do not post anything that would make a pastor, priest, or parent blush If you have inappropriate content, remove it before a job interview 45% of employers check-out applicants online.

Tip # 5: Edit Social Networking Sites & Blogs Source: Cooper Anderson Talk Show airing March 6, 2012.

Tip # 6: Practice Common Interview Questions Tell me about yourself Why do you want to work for this company? What did you dislike about your previous job? What are your strengths? What are your weaknesses? What are your future plans? Describe a challenging situation and how you overcame it. What are you passionate about? How do you handle stress? Do you have any questions for me?

Tip # 7: Practice Your Introduction & Handshake Pleased to meet you, Mr. Smith. I am John Q. Student.

Top 12 Characteristics Wanted in Workers 1.Report to work every time scheduled, on time, and ready to work. 2.Show initiative – do what needs to be done without being asked 3.Be well groomed and keep work station clean and neat 4.Treat customers politely and keep them happy 5.Concentrate on what you are doing 6.Be honest

Top 12 Characteristics Wanted in Workers 7.Develop good communication skills – ask questions; have an outgoing, friendly personality 8.Be eager to learn new things about the job 9.Have a great attitude towards others and work 10. Get along with others 11. Do quality work 12. Follow the rules

Interview Practice Questions