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JOB INTERVIEW
Helpful tips to help prepare for the interview, from
apparel to responding to difficult questions
And Interview
BLOOPERS For Fun
There are
things we can
do to prepare
ourselves and
become more
self-confident
and relaxed.
NOT
LUCK
Applicant Blooper #1
Someone brought in their high school
yearbook to show the employer that they
were voted Most Popular
by the senior class.
Types of Interviews
The Directed Interview
Impersonal, seeks to reveal facts
Interviewer takes notes using an
outline and checklist
Compares you to others
The Undirected / Meandering Interview
Unstructured, an open discussion of
your qualifications
Tell me about yourself
The Stress Interview
Hazing in a sense; creates discomfort
How do you deal with stress?
Remain calm and tactful
Applicant Blooper #2
This applicant asked the employer to please
excuse some of her answers because she was
still a little hung over from the weekend.
It was Wednesday!
Applicant Blooper #3
This applicant showed up to the interview sick.
She shook hands before the employer knew it
and indicated that she would probably
catch the flu within a week!
Applicant Blooper #4
When this applicant
came into the room, he
started bouncing up and
down on the carpet and
told the interviewer he
must be highly thought
of by the company
because he was given
such a thick carpet!
Interview
Dos and Donts
Do not chew gum or smoke
Do not distract the interviewer
Do not bring family or friends
to the interview
Do not use slang
Do not ramble
Do formulate your answers
before beginning to speak;
avoid umwell
Applicant Blooper #5
An applicant was asked, If you were an animal,
what kind of animal would you be? She said
that she would be a cat because they are lazy
and lie around all day!
Applicant Blooper #6
Remember
Nervousness is normal
Take a deep breath and try to
R E LA X
Dont let nervousness
interfere with your answers or
conversation
Be aware of body
language
Be a good listener
Emphasize your
strengths
Express yourself
Be yourself
Avoid personal
issues
Be confident
Dont criticize
previous employers
Applicant Blooper #7
A balding applicant abruptly excused himself
and returned to the office a few minutes later
wearing a hairpiece!
Applicant Blooper #8
These applicants interrupted the interview to
call mom for advice on how to answer a
difficult question!
Applicant Blooper #9
An applicant said, Ive already accepted
another position but I thought I would
show up for this interview just in case the
pay was better!
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Concerning Salary
FOLLOW UP the
interview with a
thank-you note or
letter
ANALYZE your
performance in
the interview (for
later interviews)
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Do NOT Wear
Clothes with
printed logos
Formal wear
Hats indoors
Clothes that are sexually
revealing
Flip-flops
Worn-out or torn garments
Strong scents or
excessive jewelry
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For Men
Suit, two-piece matching
of good quality
Navy, dark grey, black,
conservative solids or pinstripe
Wool or wool blends
Silk tie, no extremes
Long sleeved shirts in white or light blue;
solid or conservative stripes
Leather, lace-up or slip-on business shoes in
black, brown, cordovan-polished!
For Men
Belt should match shoes!
Facial hair well-groomed
Conservative watch and
other jewelry
Removing earrings is safest
Do not leave the tags on
outside of apparel
Long socks to match color of
suit no white tube socks!
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For Women
Two-piece matching skirt
or pant suit
Long sleeved blouse in
cotton or silk
If skirt, it should hit at the knee
or slightly above no minis!
Navy, grey, brown, black, solid
or conservative pattern no
florals!
Wool, wool blends, microfibers
Conservative watch
For Women
Avoid extreme or excessive
jewelry
Keep makeup conservative
Shoes should be leather or
fabric, closed-toe, and
comfortable; belt to match
Stockings: sheer, neutral color
complementing suit
Purse/bag should be small,
simple, coordinate w/shoes,
leather is best
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For Everyone
Hair should be neat and clean
Shoes should be in good
condition
Clean fingernails
Clothes should fit properly
Use appropriate deodorant
Details
Everything clean and well-pressed
Slim briefcase if needed
Be Prepared!
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