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Successful Interview - The Significance of Enthusiasm & Preparedness
Suppose your
hard work and long hours of re-working your resume and cover letter
have finally paid-off. Tomorrow is the "BIG" interview. Now your
nervousness has set in and you're not sure what you'll say. No need
to lose your nerve; I've put together great tips that will help you
ease those interview jitters. Read on.
Keep in mind,
the interview process is simply a discussion between you and a
potential employer. It's usually that straightforward. What do you
need? A little preparation, some practice, and a whole lot of
enthusiasm will increase your chances of winning at the game of
interviewing. Try out these ideas to help you through the process:
BEFORE THE
INTERVIEW
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Take the
time to research the organization and the specific job for which
you're applying. Thoroughly review a copy of the job description
to give you insight into the details of the position. Identify
how your skills and abilities fill the requirements of the
position. To succeed, it's vital to learn as much as you can
about the organization, including what it does, the service
provides, and the clients it serves.
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Make a
list of your traits and skills that match the job qualifications
and description. Be prepared to show examples of work
experiences in which you employed those skills.
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Comprise
a list of questions that you may be asked and prepare your
answers. To practice them, conduct a mock interview with a
friend or family member. But take the position that it's the
real thing.
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Organize
a list of questions to ask the interviewer. Remember, in this
two-way conversation, you'll have an opportunity to ask the
interview panel your own questions. Beware: This will not be the
time to as about benefits and vacation; these questions are
better asked until you get offered the position.
THE BIG
DAY
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Dressing
for a successful interview requires wearing clothing that's a
dressier than you'd wear to work every day.
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Don't be
left without your essentials. Take an extra copy of your resume,
a typed list of your references, a pen, and your portfolio
displaying the best examples of your work.
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Arrive
early; it's imperative. One rule of thumb is to ensure that you
arrive at the interview place at least five minutes before your
scheduled interview time. That means allowing yourself plenty of
time to find the interview site and parking options nearby.
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Illustrate your energy and enthusiasm for the position by
maintaining eye contact and providing non-verbal feedback. Pay
strict attention to how you move and articulate.
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Emphasize
your assets and talents. Show the interview panel you can
perform the job and you'll fit well in the organization. Make
sure you share examples or stories to confirm your
strengths/assets to the district. Always speak positively about
yourself, others, and previous positions.
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One
interviewer will likely guide you through questions. At some
point, it will be your turn to make enquiries. Make your
question planning session pay off for you! Once your questions
are answered, your interview is generally over. Calculate that
most interviews take between 30 and 60 minutes.
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Before
the interview is completed, reiterate your interest in the
position, exhibiting your enthusiasm about the company, and
exuding confidence in meeting the expectations of the position.
AFTER THE
INTERVIEW
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Once you
have completed your interview, be prepared to wait anywhere from
a few days to a few weeks before you hear back from your
interviewer.
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Within
about 24 hours of having completed your interview, send a thank
you letter to the interviewer and/or committee. This gives you
an additional opportunity to show your interest in the company
and illustrate a few key points that make you the perfect
candidate for this position.
You can review
samples of our work by
clicking here.
Please remember these are only basic tips. For further help with
your resume,
contact A+
Resumes for Teachers.
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