Build your interview skills

When preparing for the interview, how many questions should you plan to ask the person interviewing you?

• None. The focus of the interview is you answering questions not asking them

• At least a few. Show you are interested & knowledgeable about the position.

• Bring a list of 20 questions & don’t leave until you get them all answered.

What are the 2 rules that Debaters and Speakers use that were shown in the Presentation

• Breathing Techniques and Answering Questions

• Answering Questions and Asking Questions

• Breathing Techniques and Speaking Loudly and Clearly

• Engaging your interviewer and Breathing Techniques (Calming Techniques)

What is the best way to greet the person interviewing you?

• A hug and a kiss on the cheek, just as you would greet a close relative.

• Hi-Five them!

• A hesitant wave from a distance of 1 metre.

• Offer a firm handshake

Your job interview is scheduled for 9 a.m. What time should you arrive?

• 1 minute before the interview begins

• 30 minutes after the interview begins

• 10 minutes before the interview begins

• 45 minutes after the interview begins

What should you NOT wear to a job interview?

• Lots of perfume or aftershave

• Clothing slightly dressier than what you'd wear on the job

• A watch

• Polished shoes

Which is the best way to follow up with a prospective employer after an interview?

• Email

• Handwritten note

• Phone call

• Turn up at the company every day.

If someone asks you why you’re looking for work, what should you NOT say?

• "I'm looking for a new challenge."

• "My old boss was a complete idiot."

• "I think this job is right for me based on my experience."

• "My organization was forced to downsize, and I lost my job."

What were the 2 Breathing (Calming) Techniques shared during the Presentation

• 10 Seconds Deep Breath Hold & 4-7-8 Technique

• All-is-well & 10 Seconds Deep Breath Hold Techniques

• 4-7-8 Technique and Meditation

• 4-7-8 & All-is-well breathing techniques

What is a good answer to this question: "How would you feel about working for someone younger than you?"

• "In my experience, older workers are better colleagues."

• "I don't see how that question is relevant."

• "I can work well with people of any age."

• "Young people lack the experience that older folks have"

Should you bring up pay in a job interview?

• Of course. It's got to come up at some point in time. Why not now?

• It's better if you don't bring it up until you get a job offer.