1. Interviewing for Success
Best Practices for Interviewing Effectively

2. Stay Focused on the Goal
Sell yourself, but do some shopping of your own

3. [Sell Yourself]
Behavioral Interviewing Past Behavior = Future Behavior Employ the S.T.A.R. or S.H.A.R.E Methods

4. Focus on the Positive [Sell Yourself] S T A R Situation you were in
Task(s) you had to accomplish A
Action(s) you took R
Result(s) of you action(s)
Focus on the Positive

5. Evaluate the Negative [Sell Yourself] S H A R E Situation you were in
Hindrances you encountered A
Action(s) you took R
Result(s) of you action(s) E
Evaluation of result(s)
Evaluate the Negative

6. Identifying the Models
[Sell Yourself]
Identifying the Models
Tell me about a time when you took initiative to make something better when no one asked you to.
2. Tell me about a time when you were not successful in achieving a goal you set and how you managed it.

7. TIPS FOR ANSWERING QUESTIONS EFFECTIVELY
[Sell Yourself]
TIPS FOR ANSWERING QUESTIONS EFFECTIVELY
Expand answers, avoid yes and no…give details
Tie in strengths to jobs and activities
Weaknesses - go full circle. How did you learn from this?
If stumped, ask for a few seconds to think
Avoid verbal graffiti (um, yeah, like, gonna, kinda, etc)
Convey sincerity and enthusiasm

8. TIPS FOR PROPER PREPARATION
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TIPS FOR PROPER PREPARATION
Research the company before you interview
Identify current or former employees who can provide insight
Carefully review the job description of the position you are applying for
Ask the appropriate questions during the interview

9. [A Few More Tips] Practice! Schedule a mock interview
Plan your interview attire early and arrive properly dressed and groomed
Keep all appointments. If you must cancel, call as early as you can, gracefully apologize, and follow-up appropriately
Arrive early – bring extra copies of your resume and cover letter in a portfolio

10. [A Few More Tips] Be assertive and honest Speak slowly and clearly
Ask questions at the appropriate time
Ask the interviewer for a business card and follow-up with a thank you note as soon as possible