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JOB INTERVIEW PREPARATION
Preparing for Your Interview
Review all of the information you have about the position.
If you are working with a headhunter or recruiter, ask all the questions you want before you arrive.
Learn all you can about potential employer.
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Get a copy of the companys annual report and read it.
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Visit the companys web-site on your PC or at your public library. This will be your most up to date view of the company.
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Be prepared to discuss the companys competitive environment; if possible get copies of the competitions company materials as well.
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Assess what the companys major challenges are and how you can help them
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Contact anyone that may have an “insiders” view of the company to glean more about the companys personality
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Read as much about the companys products as possible
Identify the qualifications that the company is seeking with this job hire
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Understand the functions of the specific job.
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Attempt to speak with someone who might have a similar position
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Be prepared to show how your background has prepared you for these specific requirements
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Prepare Illustrative stories to highlight your strengths
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Tie these anecdotal stories to what is on your resume and how they apply to the job responsibility.
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Be prepared to discuss your management style and personal style
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Anticipate the questions you are likely to be asked (review the most common question checklist)
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Wear clothing in which you feel comfortable and confident.
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Ensure that you leave plenty of time to get to your appointment.
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Check your appearance
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Bring additional copies of resume
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Pen & notepad (for post interview review)
During
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Many questions seem like they might require simple yes or no answers. Avoid using a yes or no response. Explain your response.
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Emphasize the positive side of a potential weakness
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Concentrate on the complementary skills that you have that match the job requirements
Detail how you contributed to increased efficiency/profits.
Use terms that show you know the field.
Ask questions that reveal you studied up on the company.
Demonstrate your interest by making practical suggestions.
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Speak ill of no one in an interview; especially your current or former employers.
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Avoid a discussion of salary until you have established a solid base for