How To Prepare For An Interview
2）Objective (求职意向)
Ex：A sales management or business development position where my strategic and consultative selling, cross-cultural relationship building, team facilitation, business management, organizational insight, and advanced technical skills will be continually challenged. I aspire to senior management responsibility and seek a company that embraces growth and change, where compensation is performancebased and increased levels of responsibility offered those with demonstrated potential.
Dress 衣着打扮
The first impression of the interview is absolutely affect the
entire interview success or failure of a key element, and affect the first printed as the key element is a person wearing a dress up. 面试的中的第一印象是绝对影响整个面试成败的一个关键元素， 而影响第一印象的关键元素则是一个人穿着打扮。
选择衬衫是男生最容易犯错误的方面，太花或者深颜色和鲜艳颜色的衬
衫都要避免穿。
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Dress 衣着打扮 （Boys）
If the boys wear the suit, white shirt is always the most appropriate
and best option. In addition, the boys can wear relatively light-colored shirt, such as light gray, light blue or white shirt with a simple grid.
夏天的时候，男生不一定要穿西装外套，女生也不一定要穿套装外套，因
为轻装上阵可以减轻自己的压力负担，尤其是紧张的时候，如果衣服穿得太 多的时候，更加容易流汗。
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Dress 衣着打扮
In winter, although weather is cold sometimes, you had better not
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Resume 简历
5）Education (教育)
Formal Education Training Association Language Certifications Awards ……
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advertising creative, artistic work or emphasis on creative work, long hair is not a good choice. Note carefully take care of hair, and do not
forget to shave, keep the face clean and tidy.
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The simplicity of the color of his clothes that people can look sedate
elegance, exaggerated color of clothes to give people the feeling of a very frivolous. So whether it is boys or girls should be to maintain the
Dress 衣着打扮 （Boys）
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Dress 衣着打扮 （Girls）
For girls, are much easier in the selection of clothes and simplicity
is the key. 对于女生来说，在挑选衣服方面则容易得多了。简单朴素才是重点。
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In summer, the boys may not wear a suit jacket, the girl does not
necessarily wear a suit jacket, because traveling light can reduce the burden of pressure, especially tight, dressed much easier to sweat.
还有一个很重要的提示，冬天的时候千万不要在西服外套与衬衫之间穿 一件毛衣，这也是年轻人常犯的错误。如果怕凉的话，可以在衬衫里面加穿 衣服。
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Dress 衣着打扮 （Boys）
Maintain the length of the hair, if you are not going to interview the
the female candidates a contempt, in charge of the interview managers
男生如果穿西服，白色衬衫永远是最适合和最佳的选择。除此之外，男
生也可以穿比较浅颜色的衬衫，例如浅灰色，浅蓝色或者白底带简单格子的 衬衫都可以。
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Dress 衣着打扮 （Boys）
Still have a very important tip, winter of time never in the suit coat
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Dress 衣着打扮 （Boys）
Boys are most likely to make mistakes in selecting shirts. The shirts
that too spent or deep colors and bright color shirt should be avoided wearing.
and between shirt to wear a sweater, this are also mistakes that young people often make. If fear of cool, you can add to wear clothes in shirt
inside.
color of his body in two to three colors, but do not be too much.
简单朴素的衣服颜色可以让人看起来比较稳重优雅，太夸张的衣服色彩 会给人一种很轻浮的感觉。因此无论是男生还是女生都应该把自己身上的颜 色维持在两个至三个颜色，而千万不要过多。
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Roles Play & Organizational Planning
1）Host 张必霞 邓亚当 2）Interviewer 1 孙浩怡 3）Interviewer 2 邱文华 4）Interviewer 3 王史姬 5）Applicant 陈舒婷 6） Applicant A B C D邵小婷 周倩斐 林仕婷 张俊健 7）剧本 梁婉婷 刘丹丹
his jacket before entering the office interview. 冬天的时候，虽然天气有些寒冷，但是最好不要穿太多衣服，因为紧张 的时候，即使在冬天也会出汗。所以，面试的时候，西装内最好只是穿一件 衣服。西装外可以穿上御寒衣物，但是当进入办公室面试之前应该先脱去外 套。
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Information Gathering & PPT Production
1）Resume 张羽林 2）Dress 万凯涛 3）Manners 林国康 4）Information Gathering (Company) 刘润强 5）Communicate Skills 罗伟健 6）Do and Don‟t 林晓丽 7）PPT Production 杨学伟 汤秉韬 8）PPT Speech 潘苑婷 黄霁蓉
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Dress 衣着打扮 （Girls）
Unless a position before the interview has been locked to employ
female staff, or women tend to compete with men in the face of more and more expectations for capacity, and this expectation is actually for
not wear necklaces, bracelets, earrings, nose rings, bracelets and so on. Watch acceptable.
新时代职业英语《 通用英语2》电子教案U2
教案课程名称新时代职业英语通用英语2 课时班级专业教师系部教研室教材《新时代职业英语通用英语2》12345678补充教学资源参考译文弗朗姬：嗨，安德鲁！你要去哪里？安德鲁：嗨，弗朗姬！我正准备去上班。
弗朗姬：你在哪里工作？安德鲁：我在镇上新开的体育中心做兼职接待员。
弗朗姬：真棒！你都是什么时间工作？安德鲁：周二和周四晚上，还有周六。
9弗朗姬：啊，所以你把工作和学习都安排得很好啊。
安德鲁：是的，这份工作很适合我。
弗朗姬：工作怎么样？你喜欢吗？安德鲁：嗯，我喜欢。
工作环境很好，我的同事也很友善。
弗朗姬：有什么福利吗？安德鲁：我可以免费使用健身房和游泳池。
你呢？在做兼职吗？弗朗姬：实际上，下周我会有一个兼职销售助理的面试。
安德鲁：祝你好运！希望一切都能顺利。
参考译文成功还是失败？女主持：欢迎各位！今晚，我们将关注三位求职者的求职过程。
他们会成功还是失败呢？斯马特先生，我们的职业咨询顾问，将会在这里对求职者的表现作出评价。
首先让我们来看一下如何回答高难度的求职面试问题。
问题1：你最大的缺点是什么？求职者A：我不太有条理。
有几次我把重要的文件弄丢了好几次。
斯马特先生：哦，上帝啊！这位求职者很诚实，但这不是你应该在面试中承认的缺点。
试着想想对工作没有负面影响的缺点。
问题2：你为什么想要这份工作？求职者B：嗯，工资很高，而且您能提供公司用车，这点也很棒。
斯马特先生：另一个诚实的回答。
但是这位求职者并没有说她能给公司带来什么——只是提到了获得、获得、获得! 那她能带给工作环境什么呢？10问题3：你认为五年后你会变成什么样子？求职者C：我希望在工作了五年之后能够承担更多的责任。
斯马特先生：这个回答很好。
求职者很有野心，但是她没有说她要当老板（即使她真是这么想的！）面试前要考虑现实的目标，以显示出你对未来有一定的规划。
女主持人：太有趣了！那么，通过看这些求职者的回答，我们可以发现面试前认真准备是很重要的。
在面试前想好自己要说什么，让自己看起来真实又真诚，进而给面试官留下最佳印象。
文秘英语Unit 1(kitty)
Section 2 Viewing and speaking
Video Demostration
Applying for the position of Sales Manager
Task 1: (T) or (F)
1) In the summers of 1996 and 1997, Merry worked as a salesgirl for this company in Guangzhou. 2) Merry passed TEM 8 at college, and she is good at oral English. 3) Merry has worked for United Butter for two years since she graduate m college. 4) Merry will be in charge of the marketing activities in southeast China. 5) Merry’s current annual income at United Butter is 150 thousand.
Curriculum Vitae
Name: Merry Wang Nationality: Chinese Address: 348 Main Road Guangzhou, Guangdong Telephone: (020) 1234-5678 Email: merrywang@
Task 2. Conversation Reproduction A: May I come in ?
B: Yes, please do. come for an interview A: Good morning,sir. My name is Merry Wang. I’ve______________, as requested. B: Nice to meet you, Miss Wang. I am Harry White. Director of the HR Department. ___________________________________I was expecting you. Please,take a Seat. A: Thank you. B: Well, Miss Wang, you are applying for the position of How do you know about our company Sales Manager, right?_____________________________________? your TV commercials They are A: I got to know your company from__________________. elaborately designed _______andprocedured ________, and leave me deep impression. And in the summers of 1997 and 1988 I worked as a sales girl for Your company in Guangzhou.
(完整word版)How_to_prepare_for_a_job_interview(12.10)
1: How to prepare for a job interviewGood morning, Miss yan. My topic is that How to prepare for a job interview and How to be successful in a job Interview?There is no doubt that every applicant will hope to be successful in the job interview. We must demonstrate certain personal qualities; we must create a good image in the limited time; we must let the interviewer remember us. Therefore, in order to Defeat other applicants in a job Interview, we must prepare sufficiently.We should, firstly, make research about the company and the job ahead of time the more the better. Collecting information about the company. For example, its management, the position the company offers and its corresponding requirements and qualification as many as we can! The information will help us displaying that we are familiar with the company, its mission, and we really want to work for them!Secondly, we’d better imitate the interview situation with the help of a friend by asking us some typical questions. Especially the questions may be asked by the interviewer .Additionally remembers preparing for questions that you want to ask, because you will have the chance to put up with any question if you have at the end of the interview. Question can give the interviewer a signal that you are truly interested in the job. By the way, one of my former university classmates has won the competition in a reexamination interview of the custom.Thirdly, take care to be dressed modestly and professionally. It's always a good idea to wear a suit. Make sure, that it is clean and pressed. And remember that right clothes worn at the right time will gain the interviewer’s respect and confidence in our judgment. In addition, we’d better pay attention to the details –such as our hair, nails, shoes, should all look polished and professional.Finally, and most importantly, Appear fresh and well rested, interested and alert. Do remember to arrive on time for our appointment. Bring with us the original certificates and etc.2: How to be successful in a Job Interview?Firstly, we should pay close attention to displaying the qualification that the position required. We should talk knowledgably and honestly based on our own research fields and interests. We should make comments on our research experiences and other qualifications relating to the position. Then the interviewer will decide whether our background situation and potential talents match with the position.In addition, we also need to give an eye to the details. Initially look at our interviewer, look at him directly in the eyes, and introduce ourselves with a handshake. Maintain eye contact atall times during the interview, and show interest in everything the interviewer talks about. Provide perfect and honest answers to all questions, but only give what is asked for.Be a good listener, to show that we have listening skills as well as speaking skills.As far as I am concerned, the most important thing is to convey a sense of confidence and enthusiasm for the job. As just mentioned in the first question, we express our confidence by our clothing and professional talking. In addition, we show it by the way we enter into the room, sit, and eye contact with the interviewer. And we put the emphasis on the position itself rather than the salary the position can offers may reveal our enthusiasm for work. Therefore, it’s really important to dress modestly, talk professionally and to be confident, which can contribute a lot to the success of the interview.When the interview finishes, we should thank the very interviewer for his precious time. Send a Follow-Up Letter next day thanking the interviewer again for his interest in you. And restate your interest in the position and the company.These questions can reveal our sincerity, potential and confidence. If we display all these characteristics, with a little luck, we will certainly succeed in the typical personal interview.1、Which movie/book do you like best? Why? Comment on the movie/book.The Thorn Birds is my favorite book. It puts the heroes in a dilemma situation; compel themto make a difficult choice .There will be consequences once the choice been made. The book just tells us: However, mo matter what was chosen, the choice itself is not wrong. It is us who make the choice .We must be brave enough to bear the result and hold the process as a valuable experience .This is our life.2、What food shall we eat to make our diet a healthy one? Can you cook a typical Chinese dish? What dish can you cook? How to cook it?In order to keep healthy and fit we must make a balance in our daily meal. I prefer to suggest eating more vegetables rather than meat dish. I am not a good cook, but I like to cook. I am good at scrambling egg with tomato .It is so easy .First put the tomato in the hot water for a while; this is helpful to remove the tomato peel. Then cut the tomato into small piece .Following smash the eggs in a bowl and stir eggs firstly .Finally put the tomato together with eggs and other flavoring. Now a delicious dish is ready.4、What is your sweetest childhood memory?I come from a rural countryside of Anhui Province, which was backward and a poverty-stricken area when I was young. So my sweetest memory in my childhood is the coming of the lunar New Chinese Year. I can only get new closes and delicious food and pocket money at this time of the year. So I was always expecting the New Chinese Year.5、Do you like traveling? Which place would you like to go? Why? What advice would you give to someone who is taking a vacation?Yes, going around the globe place for trip is my life dream .But now I am dreamed to Huang Shan in the south part of China .Huang Shan is famous for its bizarre stone, weird pines, marvelous sea of clouds and hot springs. (黄山四绝,奇松,怪石,云海,温泉).I heard that once come from Huang Shan ,there is no mountain you want to go any more .Going out for a journey ,the most important thing is paying attention to safety .It is the number one key point .And number 2 ,it is better to self –driving tour rather than apply fortravel service .You can have more time for sight seeing and can save money at the same time .So why not choose self –driving tour .6、What changes do you expect to happen in future? If you could travel by a time machine, which part of time in history would you like to go back to? Why?I hope our week time schedule can be changed into working 2 days and resting 5days!Than it will be really a harmony society of people first. If there is a time machine, I want to go back to Tang dynasty .Because it is a date full of property, heroes and great talents. More opportunities, and more competition and challenging.7、What are the three kinds of transportation that are used most often by you and your family? What are the pros and cons of the three kinds of transportation?As for me I often use my two feet, my family often ride on a bike, and once when we go out public bus is our first choice. The cons of this three kind transportation is time –consuming. However, their advantages are not only energy conservation, environment-friendliness, but also does good to health wellbeing.1 感谢太阳又升起，继续点燃我的梦想。
关于如何准备面试的英语作文
关于如何准备面试的英语作文想要应聘外企?可以用英语作文把自己的面试流程整合出来哦。
下面是小编给大家带来怎样准备面试的英语作文，供大家参阅!如何准备面试的英语作文篇1 In order to make a good impression during a job interview ,you need to prepare yourself for it ,you must arrive in plenty of time for the interview ,so that you give yourself a little time to relax before the interview begins .The impression you make into the room is very important ,try to find out if the company or organization has rules about dress .then try to dress according to their regulations.You also need to plan what you are going to say .in some interviews you will have to do a lot of talking,and in others you will only have to answer a few questions about your education and experience .you need to have answers ready about yourself ,your schoolwork ,your strong points ,for applying for the job ,and the salary you expect.You will also be allowed to ask some questions ,the questions you ask will show the interviewer that you have given careful thought to the position .you can ask questionslike these :What duties will I have to do in the job Does the company provide health insurance Does the company provide opportunities for further education .如何准备面试的英语作文篇2 How to Succeed in a Job Interview?Nowadays,the interview has become indispensable in seeking a job.Its success will determine whether or not you will get the job you applied.Then how to succeed in a job interview?There are many factors involved.According to psychologists,it depends more on the first impression you leave which is half a battle:how you look,how you sound and what you say are of great importance.In the first place,how you look makes up 55% of a first impression.This includes facial expressions,body language,and eye contact,as well as clothing and general appearance.Among those,clothing is the most important to show your respect to the interviewer and to leave the interviewer a good impression in the end.In the second place,how you sound makes up 38% of the first impression.This includes how fast or slowly,loudly or softly you speak.So make sure that you sound friendly,interested,confident and happy in answering any inquires in the interview.Finally,what you say counts for only 7%of the message.Therefore,attach more importance to your appearance and expressions rather than your words.To conclude,no one can escape from the interview.Remember the above points,and you will succeed in the interview.如何准备面试的英语作文篇3 If you want to get a good job, you should make some preparations. Success always belongs to those who are well prepared. What should you do and how to prepare for the job hunting? Heres how: 如果你想得到一份好工作，你就应该做一些准备工作。
如何为应聘面试做准备英语作文
如何为应聘面试做准备英语作文Preparing for a Job InterviewPreparing for a job interview is crucial in making a positive impression and increasing your chances of landing the position. With a little planning and preparation, you can ensure that you are well-informed, confident, and ready to showcase your skills and qualifications. Here are some tips on how to prepare for a job interview.1. Research the Company and PositionBefore the interview, take the time to thoroughly research the company and the position you are applying for. Familiarize yourself with the company's mission, values, products, and services. Understand the job requirements and responsibilities to ensure that you can articulate how your skills and experience align with the role.2. Prepare Your Resume and PortfolioReview your resume and portfolio to ensure that they are updated and tailored to the position you are interviewing for. Highlight your relevant skills, experience, and achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the job. Prepare to discuss these points in detail during the interview.3. Practice Common Interview QuestionsAnticipate and prepare for common interview questions such as "Why do you want this job?" and "What are your strengths and weaknesses?" Practice your answers aloud to help you articulate your thoughts clearly and confidently. Consider preparing a few stories or examples that illustrate your skills and achievements.4. Dress AppropriatelyFirst impressions are crucial, so dress appropriately for the interview. Choose a professional outfit that is clean,well-fitting, and appropriate for the company's culture. Consider dressing a little more formally than you would for a typical workday to demonstrate your professionalism and attention to detail.5. Arrive EarlyPlan to arrive at the interview location at least 10-15 minutes early. This will give you time to settle in, get familiar with the surroundings, and prepare yourself for the interview. If possible, arrive even earlier to scout out the location and ensure that you know exactly where to go.6. Remain Calm and ConfidentDuring the interview, remain calm and confident. Listen carefully to the questions and take a moment to think before you answer. Speak clearly and concisely, and use examples and stories to illustrate your points. Remember to maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate your enthusiasm for the position.7. Ask QuestionsWhen the interviewer asks if you have any questions, take the opportunity to ask intelligent and thoughtful questions. This demonstrates your interest in the position and the company. Prepare a few questions related to the job, the company's culture, or any other aspects that you are curious about.8. Follow UpAfter the interview, send a thank-you note to the interviewer to express your appreciation for the opportunity. This is a professional courtesy that can help you stand out from other candidates. Thank the interviewer for their time and for considering you for the position.By following these tips, you can ensure that you are well-prepared and confident for your job interview. Remember to stay calm, articulate your skills and qualifications clearly, and demonstrate your enthusiasm for the position. Good luck!。
关于如何准备面试的英语作文
关于如何准备面试的英语作文关于如何预备面试的英语作文想要应聘外企?可以用英语作文把自己的面试流程整合出来哦。
下面是我给大家带来怎样预备面试的英语作文，供大家参阅!如何预备面试的英语作文篇1 In order to make a good impression during a job interview ,you need to prepare yourself for it ,you must arrive in plenty of time for the interview ,so that you give yourself a little time to relax before the interview begins .The impression you make into the room is very important ,try to find out if the company or organization has rules about dress .then try to dress according to their regulations.You also need to plan what you are going to say .in some interviews you will have to do a lot of talking,and in others you will only have to answer a few questions about your education and experience .you need to have answers ready about yourself ,your schoolwork ,your strongpoints ,for applying for the job ,and the salary you expect.You will also be allowed to ask some questions ,the questions you ask will show the interviewer that you have given careful thought to the position .you can ask questionslike these :What duties will I have to do in the job Does the company provide health insurance Does the company provide opportunities for further education .如何预备面试的英语作文篇2 How to Succeed in a Job Interview?Nowadays,the interview has become indispensable in seeking ajob.Its success will determine whether or not you will get the job you applied.Then how to succeed in a job interview?There are many factors involved.According to psychologists,it depends more on the first impression you leave which is half a battle:how you look,how you sound and what you say are of great importance.In the first place,how you look makes up 55% of a first impression.This includes facial expressions,body language,and eye contact,as well as clothing and general appearance.Among those,clothing is the most important to show your respect to the interviewer and to leave the interviewer a good impression in the end.In the second place,how you sound makes up 38% of the first impression.This includes how fast or slowly,loudly or softly you speak.So make sure that you sound friendly,interested,confident and happy in answering any inquires in the interview.Finally,what you say counts for only 7%of the message.Therefore,attach more importance to your appearance and expressions rather than your words.To conclude,no one can escape from the interview.Remember the above points,and you will succeed in the interview.如何预备面试的英语作文篇3 If you want to get a good job, you should make some preparations. Success always belongs to those who are well prepared. What should you do and how to prepare for the job hunting? Heres how: 假如你想得到一份好工作，你就应当做一些预备工作。
如何为求职做准备英语作文
如何为求职做准备英语作文英文回答：How to Prepare for a Job Interview.Preparing for a job interview can be daunting, but it's essential to make a positive impression and increase your chances of getting the job. Follow these steps to help you prepare effectively:1. Research the Company and the Role:Visit the company's website to learn about their history, mission, and culture.Review the job description carefully to identify the key requirements and responsibilities.2. Practice Your Answers:Anticipate common interview questions and prepare thoughtful responses that showcase your skills and experience.Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result)to provide specific examples of your work.3. Dress Professionally:First impressions matter. Dress appropriately for the industry and company culture. Consider wearing a suit or business casual attire.4. Arrive on Time:Punctuality demonstrates respect for the interviewer's time. Plan your route and arrive slightly ahead of schedule.5. Be Yourself and Be Authentic:Don't try to be someone you're not. The interviewer wants to see the real you and assess if you're a good fitfor the team.6. Ask Thoughtful Questions:Engage with the interviewer by asking questions about the company, the role, and the team. This shows your interest and enthusiasm.7. Follow Up:After the interview, send a thank-you note to the interviewer within 24 hours. Reiterate your interest in the position and address any questions or concerns they may have had.中文回答：如何为求职做准备。
How to prepare for an interview
②李梦琦How to Prepare for an InterviewInterview has been described as a “question and answer” forum where the recruiter tries to discover one’s personality, attributes and experience to assess whether or not one is the right person for the position. The best way to perform well and obtain success in an interview is by being fully prepared from the start.Experience and qualifications are important, but there are still a number of things one can do prior to the interview to increase the chance of success. Here are some procedures to go through. First of all, one could search information about the post one applies for and talk with those who are working or have worked there, trying to gain some basic knowledge about the background and its interview mode. One could also try to memorize some facts about the post and be prepared to cite them during the interview. Secondly, one could think of all the possible questions which could be asked at the time of interview, which is a time to think and act. It helps to jot down the questions and prepare positive, constructive and well-tailored answers beforehand. The formulation and practice of a list of intelligent questions and answers with a friend or by oneself in front of a mirror enables interviewees to handle them tactfully in the job interview. Questions that one asks in the interview are also necessary. Thirdly, one should review the resume to understand one’s key skills and achievements in order to make sure to know about one’s own strength and learn to avoid the shortcomings. One could try to think out what the employers would benefit,what other potentials one boasts and what achievements one could make if an opportunity is given. Fourthly, it is advisable to follow a dress code in accordance with the job applied for, because dressing proves to be the mirror of one’s character. Formal attire is best suited for school jobs. Neat clothes and clean hair should be worn. One must be energetic, and female candidates could opt for some jewelry and make up to leave a good impression on the interviewer. Body language could also be prepared beforehand. Fifthly, one must make sure that the right time and place are known. One should ask for directions, work out how long it will take to get there and prepare the materials needed, such as relevant awards, updated resume, etc. A full preparation can build up the confidence level of the job seekers to enable them achieve success.A job interview is the demonstration of one’s knowledge, personality and achievements, where there is no absolutely correct or incorrect answer. A full preparation based on the post requirements enables one to rise to the occasion with confidence to impress the interviewer and achieve ultimate success.。
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PreparationAdvance preparation will increase your confidence, help overcome interviewing inexperience, and enable you to sell yourself and your qualifications.Today’s employers are committing considerable time and resources to recruiting and interviewin g. They need to quickly identify the knowledge, skills, and abilities candidates have to help them be successful on the job. As a candidate, your goal is to demonstrate how your knowledge and experience can benefit the employer.Your primary objective is to convince the interviewer that you are the most qualified candidate. You need to "sell" your experience, qualifications, and abilities.If you make your living in a field other than sales, you may feel that you don't have a sales personality. But consider this: all of us are selling all the time. Every day of your life you are selling your views and ideas to your family, friends, and business associates. Every time you persuade your colleagues to use your solution to a business problem you use your selling skills. All you need is a basic sales strategy that anyone can use:Find out what the prospect (the interviewer) really needs; then package your product (your experience, qualifications, ability) to meet those needs.This sales approach involves more than simply listing the virtues of your product (which you really do when you prepare your resume). It means that you must evaluate all of your past responsibilities and accomplishments in terms of the position to be filled.Just as an actor learns his or her lines and attends rehearsals before a performance, a candidate should prepare for his or her very important performance - the job interview. Though this may seem like common sense, interviewers are continually surprised by the lack of preparation on the part of most candidates. You can make yourself stand out from the rest by following a few simple tips.Review Your ResumePrepare a thorough resume (5 pages at most) showing your work experience chronologically, highlighting at least one major accomplishment for each position held in the past 10 years, and include specific technical details (i.e. versions, hardware, software, O/S, database, # people on your team, #users, etc.). If at all possible, choose examples that show experience that could be of special value to your prospective employer. Proofread your resume carefully for misspellings and grammar, and be sure it is printed with a laser printer.Get the Facts StraightKnow who, what, where, when, and why. Know the place and time of the interview, full name and title of interviewer, title of position you are applying for, and (if possible) why the position is open.Research the CompanyYou should know about the company's products or services, markets, sales volume and growth. Check out its plant locations, website, recent stock market activity, and its standing in its particular field. Gather information pertaining to the annual sales revenue, principal lines of business, and technology they employ. Corporate profiles and financials are available from a variety of sources including databases of corporate sites on the World Wide Web and reference materials in local libraries such as Dunn & Bradstreet, Thomas Registers, and Moody’s Directories. Once you've found out as much as possible about the company and the job, you're ready for the next step in your pre-interview strategy.Qualifications NeededTry to get a sense of why the employer is interested in your qualifications and how your qualifications solve the needs of the company. Review your experience and qualifications in terms of the specific job. Try to get a sense of why the employer is interested in your qualifications and how your qualifications solve the needs of the company. For example, suppose that your ability to solve marketing problems or reduce production costs is a significant feature of your experience and would be a valuable benefit to your prospective employer. Be prepared to offer specifics about the savings or profits that resulted from your efforts or about other contributions you've made to the success of the companies you've worked for.Goals of the InterviewThe goals of an interview differ depending on the type and level of interview. However, the purpose of each is to move to the next level in the hiring process.Phone Interview:The phone interview is a process in which a representative of a company will initiallyscreen the applicant to see if he or she has the basic skills needed for the position. Thegoal of the applicant is to get a second "face to face" interview.Initial "Face to Face" Interview:This interview allows the company to probe in depth the applicant’s professionalappearance, communication skills, problem solving abilities, and personality traits. During this interview the company will decide whether or not the applicant will be able to fulfillthe duties and responsibilities of the position. They will also be able to evaluate whetheror not the applicant will fit with the company culture.Second "Face to Face" Interview:At this point the company has determined that the applicant has the ability to fulfill theduties and responsibilities of the position. However, they need to either (a) bring seniorexecutives into the picture for their approval, (b) compare the applicant with otherpossible applicants, or (c) to finalize the compensation package with the applicant.The InterviewYour Professional Appearance and DemeanorVisual first impressions are important. Consider your personal grooming. Your own personal taste in clothes may not always be the most appropriate for a job interview. You are safer to err on the side of conservative attire. Try to appear as businesslike as possible.Ask your recruiter about appropriate dress code on an interview by interview basis.Positive Body Language∙Greet the interviewer politely and with confidence∙Look him/her in the eye and smile∙Be sure to have a firm handshake∙Show how glad you are to meet the interviewer∙Sit upright and lean forward to show interest∙Be an attentive and patient listener (never interrupt the interviewer)∙Speak clearly and confidently∙Smile as you talk and try to convey your enthusiasm for your working experiences∙Never sit down before the interviewerInterview NegativesThe interviewer will be evaluating your negative as well as your positive characteristics during the interview. Following are some negative factors that can lead to the rejection of an applicant: ∙Unprofessional appearance∙Aggressive, overbearing, or egotistical behavior∙Lack of affirmative purpose∙Passive or indifferent behavior, indicating lack of enthusiasm and interest in the position ∙Nervousness or lack of poise and confidence.∙Excessive focus on compensation∙Not forthcoming or seemingly evasive∙Making excuses for questionable factors in work history∙Unprofessional bearing, lacking tact, courtesy, immaturity∙Criticism of present or past employers, colleagues, technology, projects∙Failure to maintain and actively participate in a conversation∙Insignificant demonstrated commitment to the position∙Lack of questions about the position∙Pervasive "what can you do for me" attitude∙Poor preparation for the interview, lack of info about the company, failure to ask informed questions.Common Interview Pitfalls∙Don’t respond to questions with yes or no answers∙Explain and expand answers into compelling reasons to hire you when possible∙Don’t exaggerate your accomplishments - be positive but honest∙Don’t provide too much information or go off into tangents∙Answer questions fully and frankly, but to the point∙Don’t make opinionated statements unless the employer invites you to do so. Communication Tips and Techniques∙Have a clear beginning and ending. Don’t let your sentences run together or trail off.∙Avoid using vocal pauses and slang words (um, uh, like, you know ...). It’s ok to have moments of silence to collect your thoughts and formulate an answer.∙Plan what you want to communicate to the interviewer (practice answering questions in previous pages).∙Answer the question asked and volunteer only relevant information.∙Don’t ramble.∙Don’t use slang, curse words, or other forms of poor English.Critical Questions Asked By EmployerQ: What salary are you looking for?A: Well, I am currently at $___ , but my main concern is an opportunity with a company that will allow me to develop my skill sets and grow as an individual. You should avoid discussing compensation on the first interview unless you're actually offered the job and want to accept it. If the interviewer asks specifically what your salary requirements are, your answer should be, "My primary concern is not the compensation, but rather the opportunity. To be honest, I can’t really tell you what I would be looking for exactly because it depends on so many factors, and again I don’t want to place emphasis on this issue right now because it is not my primary motivation."If you are pressed, defer the issue to your GuruLink Consultant and let the client know that he/she is aware of your past compensation and general expectations and you would prefer they discuss that issue with that person.Q: Why are you leaving your present position?A: Although I enjoy my work, and ___ is a great company, my current situation does not allow me to grow. When I heard about this opportunity, it seemed to be more in line with my career goals. (Always be positive, but give a reason for leaving). Be sure you have a good answer to this question before going on an interview. Your reason for leaving might be because of corporate changes, lack of opportunity or recognition, insufficient authority, or unsatisfactory earnings. If appropriate, you might say, "I wasn't thinking of changing jobs. I'm not unhappy where I am, but I was told this was an opportunity worth discussing."If you were terminated, or are leaving because of a personality conflict, be very careful not to make negative statements about former employers or colleagues. Explain the situation as factually and briefly as possible. Then to turn what might be a negative into a positive you might add, "Despite that problem, I really feel I learned a great deal in that job and from that company, and I'm sure I could put that experience to work for you effectively."Q: What is your weakness?A: Unfortunately, I am a perfectionist and set high expectations for myself and I always expect my peers to demand as much of themselves. (Always answer with a positive rather than a negative attribute) . This is a loaded question because negatives usually won't score pluses for you on theinterviewer's evaluation sheet. Offer a job related minor shortcoming or a "positive-negative" such as, "I've been accused of being a workaholic." Or, "I've been kidded about being a perfectionist." Q: Tell me about yourself.A: Pre-plan a five to ten minute answer describing your education and then each job in terms of accomplishments or performance indicators. With what you've learned about the company and the position, plan an answer that emphasizes your experience and accomplishments in terms of the position to be filled. Don't be modest and DO take credit for your successes.You can use this same question to get the interviewer talking about his own needs, by answering him, "I'll be happy to tell you about my qualifications, but there's so much to cover that I'd like to know more about the position and your company so I can answer more specifically." Then, depending upon what the interviewer says, you can modify your planned response to put even greater emphasis on relating your experience and qualifications to his requirements. Questions Typically Asked By Employers∙What do you consider to be your greatest strength?∙Where do you see yourself five to ten years from now?∙Describe your most rewarding accomplishment.∙What qualifications do you have that will make you successful in this position?∙Describe a challenge you encountered and how you dealt with it.∙Why are you interested in working for our company or organization?∙What do you know about our company?∙How would you describe yourself?∙What two or three things are most important to you in your job?∙Why should I hire you?∙In what kind of work environment are you most comfortable?∙If you were hiring somebody for this position, what qualities would you look for?∙What two or three accomplishments have given you the most satisfaction? Why?∙That qualities should a successful manager possess?∙In what ways do you think you can make a contribution to our company?∙How do you evaluate or determine success?∙What motivates you to put forth your greatest effort?∙How do you think a friend, teacher, or former employer would describe you?∙Which is more important to you, money or type of job?∙What are your long range/short range goals and objectives?∙How do you plan to achieve your career goals?∙When and why did you establish these goals?∙How are you preparing yourself to achieve them?∙Describe your ideal job.∙Would you like to work for a large or small company?∙What did you like most/least about your previous job?Behavior Based Approach to Answering Interview QuestionsThis approach to interviewing focuses on examples of how the candidate has applied his or her skills. Behavior based interviewing is built on the premise that past behavior predicts futurebehavior. To be successful using a behavior based approach, you must have analyzed your experiences and know how to relate them to the current position the company is seeking to fill.Example: State a problem you were given, describe the action you took, and explain the results of that action.StorytellingThink about how you can describe your experiences and skill sets to an employer in the form of a story. Explain the situation you were in (or the problem you were responsible for), tell what action you took and list the results. Successful candidates can demonstrate "hands on" action with results. Prepare three or four stories including how you used each of the key skills you have identified. Questions to Ask EmployerNever go to an interview without preparing questions beforehand. Your knowledge of the profession and the information you gather through research will help you formulate questions of high quality.Questions about the job duties, the company, and its services show your interest.Questions about people who held the position previously and where they are today illustrate your interest in the company's future and can keep you from making a wrong decision.Questions about the importance of the job, your responsibilities and authority, and the career potential indicate that you are goal-oriented and motivated to succeed.Questions that boost the interviewer's ego and give you an insight into general company morale are: "Why do you like working here?" Or, "Are there any major company problems that might affect your decision to stay here or my decision to work here? After all, I'm looking for a long-term relationship."Until the job is offered AVOID questions about benefits, vacations, retirement or (of course) salary.The following are some possible questions you may ask in an interview:∙What is the philosophy of the company or organization?∙What do you consider to be the company’s strengths and weaknesses?∙What are the company’s plans and goals?∙Describe the work environment and company culture.∙What attracted you to this organization?∙Why do you enjoy working for this company?∙Describe the typical responsibilities of the position.∙What are the challenging facets of the position?∙Describe the opportunity for training and professional development.∙Are there opportunities for advancement within the organization?∙Why is the position open?∙Who previously held this position?∙What was their performance and where are they today?∙What type of responsibilities and authorities does the position hold?∙Does the company see this position as important for its growth?∙When I have succeeded in accomplishing the tasks of this position, where would by next step be?∙Is there a defined career path?Closing the InterviewWhen you sense the interview is coming to an end, try to summarize a few of your key credentials, and stress your interest in working for the company.Close the interview with enthusiasm. If you are really interested in the position, this is the time to say so and to ask about the next step. If the position is offered to you and you want it, accept it on the spot. However, if you are not prepared to accept, tell the interviewer you'll need one day to think it over. If no offer is made, ask for a second interview date.Don't be discouraged if the offer is not made at the first interview, or if an appointment for a second interview is not set at this time. Before you leave, get a commitment from the employer regarding what the next step will be and when it will occur.Closing Questions That the Applicant Must Ask∙Do you have any other questions regarding my background?∙Is there anything else that you need to know to make a decision?∙This is a great opportunity and I am more than just interested in the position.∙At this time, I would like to set up with you a second interview.Get the interviewe r’s business card so you can send a Thank You note.After the Interview FOLLOW UP!Immediately following the interview there are three things you should do: Review, Report, and Write.REVIEW what happened. Take a few minutes to summarize (on paper) what happened in the interview while it's still fresh in your mind. Write down the names of the people you met and a description of the job duties. Jot down the portions of the interview that you thought went well and those that caused you some problems. (If you're called back, this analysis will make your next meeting even more successful. If not, you'll be better prepared for an interview with someone else.)REPORT TO YOUR RECRUITER WITH FEEDBACK IMMEDIATELY AFTER YOU ARE DONE! THIS IS FOR YOUR BENEFIT, NOT OURS! Often during the interview process there are miscommunications between the applicant and the company. The recruiter must debrief you prior to speaking with the company. Often, candidates find themselves excluded from proceeding further in the interview process because the recruiter cannot counter the objections of the interviewer.WRITE a "Thank You" note to the interviewer. Within 24 hours of your interview, write the interviewer and anyone else that was involved in the interview process a short letter of thanks. In your letter, mention at least one feature of your experience that would be useful to the company, and again express your strong interest in the position. Conclude your letter by mentioning that you hope to meet again soon. Getting your name back in front of the interviewer is crucial. Address the envelope with the proper name, title, and address listed on the business cards you collected.GOOD LUCK!。
How to prepare oneself for an interview
In my view, the best way to prepare oneself for an interview is that collect some information beforehand.First, you should collect the company’s information thoroughly. For instance, you are supposed to know the main development objectives of the company and make sure it is in consonance with your speciality. You can get this information from the company’s we bsite or a local library. If you know someone who works there, he or she would be a good source of information. It is good for your interview, because this information will help you understand the job.Second, you may collect the interviewer’s information. Try to research his or her information at the company’s website. You may learn something about the interviewer’s general interests and post. You can also know her or his experience. It will help you to better answer the questions in the interview.Third, you could collect the information about the dress code in the company. What is appropriate depends on the particular employer and job but, generally speaking, it is better to dress formally whilst remaining comfortable. Men should dress conservatively with a tie and business suit. Women should dress trouser suits or dress suits. You should avoid wearing bright clothes and excessive jewelry. By the way, you’d betternot tattoo. Appropriate attire makes a good impression on your interviewers.Fourth, you should collect some information about how the interview will be conducted. For example, how long the interview will take. If you know that, you can control the cadence of the interview and emphasize the key points of your statements. By the way, make sure you don’t arrange any appointments immediately after the interview. Otherwise, you may interview hurriedly.What’s more, you may collect the questions which have been asked in this company’s interview. And you could think over how to answer the question ahead of time. If so, you may do well in the interview. Even if they don’t ask the questions you prepared, the preparations will give you confidence.At the same time, you can prepare some questions to ask the interviewer.Collecting information beforehand is very important for our interview. It will increase your chance of success.。