Interviewing Tips

Within 24 hours after the interview:

• Send a thank you letter or e-mail.

• Call the employer and ask if you got the job.

• Take out a loan since you will be getting the job anyway.

(CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

Things NOT TO DO during the interview:

• wear perfume or cologne

• wear heavy makeup

• wear bulky jewelry

• ask questions

(Choose the BEST kind of response)

"What would you change about your last job?"

• My supervisor

• The hourly wage

• My co-workers

• It was a great company, but the schedule did not work with my school schedule.

Choose the BEST kind of response for the question:

"What do you do in your spare time?"

• "Sleep and eat"

• "Play video games"

• "Collect comic books, play basketball, and spend time with friends and family."

• "Do homework or chores."

When asked about your previous employer...

• never say anything negative about them.

• tell the truth no matter what.

• say "N/A"

The MAIN purpose of the interview is to:

• get a job offer.

• ask questions about the job.

• discuss your interests.

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CCSS.L.3.1E

CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

CCSS.L.5.1C

CCSS.L.5.1D

What should you NOT wear to an interview? (check all that apply)

• T-shirt and jeans

• Button-up shirt

• Dress or slacks

• Flip-flops

Choose the best kind of responses to the question.

(CHECK ALL THAT APPLY.)

What do you know about our organization?

• You sell groceries.

• You have been in business for over 50 years.

• You value your employees and customers.

• Your company had a 15% increase in profit last year.

(CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

BEFORE the interview:

• Know when, where, and who you are interviewing with.

• Know the interviewer's job title.

• Pick an outfit that is appropriate.

• Send a thank you letter.

Arrive early to the interview, about

• 30 minutes early

• 10-15 minutes early

• 1 hour early