[iTz_NoT_Me_iTzZu]

So I've been on a million and one job interviews lately and still nothing...well I've been on 3... but still...

So any tips on sprucing up resumes and quelling nervousness at interviews? cus I've got another one coming up next week iA and I'm starting to lose confidence.

[wheelworks]

Originally Posted by iTz_NoT_Me_iTzZu

So I've been on a million and one job interviews lately and still nothing...well I've been on 3... but still...

So any tips on sprucing up resumes and quelling nervousness at interviews? cus I've got another one coming up next week iA and I'm starting to lose confidence.

Forget jobs. Start a business

[iTz_NoT_Me_iTzZu]

Originally Posted by wheelworks

Forget jobs. Start a business

you need to have some sort of capital to start a business, wheelie.

[zakk]

I don't know about interviews, per se. But I am really tired of having people email resumes to me from email addresses like "hotgurl4u@blahblahbla.com" and "cutiepie@yadayadayada.com". For goodness sake, get a professional sounding email address, they're free. And use a spell check or get someone to proofread for grammar. Also, don't email me asking me to call you because you're interested in the job (without attaching a resume). Also don't email me saying you have absolutely no training or any related qualifications, but it's always been your dream to work in this field; if it's really your dream then work for it and get some certifications.

And don't e-mail me your resume every single day, because then I will throw out every single one, even the first one.

Also, do not fax me before 9am or after 9pm since that is what the ad specifies. If you can't read or follow directions, i'm not calling you in for an interview.

[shsh]

i went to a job interview to work with "college board"....but the losers looked at my resume after the whole interview and the nerve wrecking experience and said that they were looking for high school graduates <.<

[shadha]

I was nervous on my first two interviews, though I landed both jobs. I stopped being nervous after I actually had a couple opportunities of being the interviewer. Then I began witnessing first hand how people royally screw up interviews.

Be 5 minutes early, never late.

Be prepared, bring your resume & letters of recommendation from non-relatives.

With your resume, have a professional looking email address, if possible keep the resume down to one page [on average, an interviewer spends less than 30secs reading a resume]. Give your phone number, but make sure your voicemail message isn't unprofessional sounding. Make sure there are no grammar or spelling mistakes, and that the resume is properly formatted. Buy some resume paper even. A cover page will do you well too.

Dress appropriately for the interview, and even if you go to a business just to pick up an application, make sure you are dressed as if you were going for the interview [because they might give you one on the spot].

Answer according to what you were asked, and don't babble. Speaking of answering-- before going on the interview, think of questions that you may be asked and think of the answers you will reply with. If you're going for a childcare job and the interviewers asks you what type of activities you would do if you were given a group of children, don't respond with "Oh, I love movies and cartoons, so I'll have them watch movies and cartoons!"...she was not hired. Don't give stupid answers like that.

You're probably going to be asked to give an example of a situation during your work where you were faced with a problem and how did you absolve it. Think of a good example before the interview.

You're also probably going to be asked what you think will be your responsibilities if you get the job. Another thing to think about thoroughly prior to the interview.

A thank you letter also is a great addition and you will stand out from the crowd of other hopefuls.


shadha-

[wheelworks]

Originally Posted by iTz_NoT_Me_iTzZu

you need to have some sort of capital to start a business, wheelie.

What are investors for?

[sixpakistan]

Be confident.

Look sharp, but temper your sharpness with understanding of where you're interviewing and the work environment/atmosphere there. Though in most cases you're safe in this regard, be careful not to overdo it if it's an informal environment.

Study up on the company's background before interviewing. Ask questions about it.

Be able to speak intelligently on the requisite skills of the job you're being hired for - i.e., be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience.

Be friendly and personable, but not overly familiar. You want the interviewer to like you, but you'll look weird if you start acting like you're old pals.

Relax.

Bring a copy of your resume and your references with you. Also, let THEM bring up salary.

Often, by the time you get to an in-person interview, in many cases the job is yours to lose. When I'm interviewing someone, I'd say confidence, personability, and knowledgeability are probably the biggest things that sway things in an interviewee's favor. As long as they're not dressed like a freak or don't try to sit in my lap and cry about their rough childhood or whatever, everything else is pretty much secondary.

[wheelworks]

Re. the title. I'd rather sell my services than sell my self

[Caramel_Candy]

To help with your resume I would stop by the career center at your college and have somone take a look at it so they can tell you what to include/ get rid of. For me, the interview is the best and funnest part of getting the job. Let me give you some general suggestions on how to prepare for an interview.

Dress for Success

- Better to be overdressed than under.

- Know your industry the dress codes for different organizations will vary and you will be able to vary your interviewing wardrobe accordingly. For example, when interviewing for a position within the finance industry, it will likely require a more conservative approach to your dress, while those interviewing for positions in software development might find that they can wear something in the more business casual range.

- Invest in a good suit

- Things to avoid when getting ready for your interview: jewelry that may distract you or the interviewer if you have a tendency to fidget with it, leave it at home. Leave the piercing's out (tongue, chin, lip, eye brow, etc)

- Applying fragrances too heavily smelling nice is important to all of us, but applying something with too heavy a hand before an interview can be distracting in a small interview room.

Your entrance

- Leave your cell phone in the car or at least turn it off

- Arrive at least 10 mins early

- Be polite to everyone

Your interview

- Your going to get asked the same typical questions in the beginning of your interview, small talk basically so be prepared. " Tell me about yourself" " Why are you interested in our organization"

- The middle of your interview will be the time in which the interviewer will ask you a series of questions related to your backgrounds, knowledge, skills, and abilities

Typical types of interviews are:

Behavioral with this type of question, the interviewer tries to get a better idea of how you would act when you are employed by his or her organization by getting an idea of how you have handled past situations. Typical questions include Tell me about your greatest strength or tell me about a time you made a mistake. With behavioral questions, it is important to always share an example with the interviewer that illustrates whatever skill or personal quality that you are discussing. Almost all interviews will include at least a few behavioral questions.

Situational similar to the behavioral, but posed as a hypothetical. What would you do if.... It may still be important to use examples from past experience to illustrate that you possess the qualities that you say you would use when dealing with the hypothetical situation presented.

Traditional These questions are straightforward questions about your background, usually based on your resume. So know your resume well and be ready to explain anything on it!

Closing

In this part of the interview, you will have a chance to ask questions of the interviewer. Always, always have questions. Questions display an interest in the organization as well as help you to know if this is the right company for you. Think about what qualities, such as type of work, duties, or environment, will be most important to you (Would you like to work on a team or individually? Do you like structured tasks?) and then ask away. Avoid questions regarding compensation until you have reached the offer stage of the interviewing process. Ask when you should hear from the organization or what the next steps will be. Request a card for contact information so that you can send a thank-you note or follow-up as appropriate.

Just remember to relax they know you are nervous so no need to have sweaty pits!

[Blue_Phoenix]

Become a temp or atart a business. Seriously. Job interviews were invented by capitalist *******s who don't care about performance as much as they do your ability to charm them. If I was president, they'd be against the law. And as a fitting punishment to people who did still use interviews, I'd give them a chance to get out of trouble on the strength of an interview about why I should let them go.

[sixpakistan]

Originally Posted by Blue_Phoenix

Become a temp or atart a business. Seriously. Job interviews were invented by capitalist *******s who don't care about performance as much as they do your ability to charm them.

If you go to interview for a technical position with any decent company, you're going to get grilled on the subject matter during the interview. If you don't know what you're talking about, you won't get the job.

[iTz_NoT_Me_iTzZu]

thanks guys but I'm not a freak, I dress professionally, they like my resume, (thats how I actually get to the interview part) and I have a professional sounding email address...

One job I didn't get cus they expected me to work 30 hours, one I didn't because they had "more qualified applicants," and one I donno.. Anywho this time I'm going for a sales job, so any pointers on that specifically?

[sixpakistan]

Originally Posted by iTz_NoT_Me_iTzZu

thanks guys but I'm not a freak, I dress professionally, they like my resume, (thats how I actually get to the interview part) and I have a professional sounding email address...

One job I didn't get cus they expected me to work 30 hours, one I didn't because they had "more qualified applicants," and one I donno.. Anywho this time I'm going for a sales job, so any pointers on that specifically?

Sales, eh? Act like a pushy annoying bimbo.

[the_only_one]

my experience from interviews; went to several...prayed I shud only get the job if it is best for me.du3a at the doorsteps..after billions hours of waiting to hear back from the interviewers..i finally had the last minute interivew then i got the job. al hamdoulilah.i know as a job seekers..things can get a lil over-whelming..

from each different interview i learned more..my first one; i was over prepared..and second and third..prepared enough..llast one..no need 'coz it was second nature by now.. probably thats why i got the job..'coz i was relaxed and sounded more natural and my self..