Interviewing Skills

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An Interview is

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Communication to find how the candidate can add value to the organization

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The interviewer says, "Tell me about yourself." Which of these is the BEST answer? Options: "i was born in Oregon and moved to the East Coast with my family when i was twelve. After graduating from high school, I attended college and worked a couple of part-time jobs." , "I enjoy helping people and this drives my desire to master the art of fundraising. I have been volunteering with American Red Cross for the past two years and have learned many useful skills about organizing fundraisers. I think my experiences have prepared me to be a great Fundraising Coordinator." , "I'm a pretty outgoing person with an open personality. I love meeting other people and visiting new places. One of my favorite things to do is spend time with friends. i also like to travel. last summer, i took a trip to Europe with a couple of buddies. We had a great time,"

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I enjoy helping people and this drives my desire to master the art of fundraising. I have been volunteering with American Red Cross for the past two years and have learned many useful skills about organizing fundraisers. I think my experiences have prepared me to be a great Fundraising Coordinator.

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Your interviewer asks you what your greatest strengths are. What is the BEST way to respond?

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Give two or three strengths and concrete examples of them.

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Other than your responses, you need to also pay close attention to: your body language, your eye contact, or both a and b.

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both a and b.

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What should you do research on before the interview?

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The company you're interviewing for and the industry you hope to work in.

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You are welcomed into the office for an interview. What should you not do?

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Plop down in a chair, & pull your phone out

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The purpose of an interview is:

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to match employees with the employer that best suits them, and vice versa.

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How should you dress for an interview?

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You should dress neatly and appropriately to make a good first impression.

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Which of the following tips should you follow during an interview? Take a seat immediately, Chew gum to calm your nerves, Be enthusiastic and confident, Exaggerate your answers to make yourself look better

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Be enthusiastic and confident

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What is an appropriate greeting for a restaurant host/hostess?

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Good Morning, Nice to meet you.