job interview???
 

OK for all you old farts that kept telling me to get a real job I finally took you advice.

I have an interview on friday. Any tips or suggestions you recommened? This is my first actual job interview, so any advice is welcome. :D

For the most part ... don't tell them any more than what they are asking ... because that's what they want to know .... works for me :cool:

Good Luck

Try to avoid a spelling test. :D :D j/k

Cool, you're halfway there. Go to the bookstore or library and get/read "Knock 'Em Dead". It has advise on everything from sweaty palms on the introductory handshake to thank you letters after the interview. It tells you what questions to anticipate and how to creatively answer them without lying.

Good luck!

In your case have someone else type your resume. :D

To add on to cigarette comment..answer their questions as honestly as possible. If you are not sure of the question, do not be embarressed to ask them to repeat it. Try to find something in common with the interviewer to build some type of rapport with them. My first job that I got out of college was with a large regional bank and my first interview we talked about college hockey because he and I both played. He only asked me a few questions that were actual job related. I think that many employeers are as much concerned with how you present yourself, both apperance as well as verbally. Relax and you will do fine. :D

Oh yeah, sorry GOOD LUCK. :D

Freckles, I agree that book is fantastic!.My wife picked it up just before an interview and she felt that it made a huge difference in her presentation. She got the job! :D

Dress nice, good handshake, make eye contact, answer the questions, don't say "Ya Know?" or "Uhhh" a lot, think in advance what questions you want to know about them and if you can find out something about the company before the interview.

Send a thank you card or note after the interview if it sounds like something you want to do.

Other than that be yourself!

Don't tell them what you think they want to hear.....Be yourself, and ask questions about the company. Also, the follow-up letter is very important. Send it out right away, thank them for their time, and reiterate to them what value you think you will bring to their company.......(have someone else type it :D ;) ).

GOOD LUCK !!

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good luck bud ;)

Sell yourself!!!

Tell them you drive a fast boat and are on OSO all day and have lots of great contacts. Tell them you can post whore like no other and that you have thousands of posts. Tell them the correct way to fly off a wave and the X dimension needed for speed. Then you will be in. :D :D Or you can kiss ass real hard. That is the way to get to the top. :eek:

Yeah, I have to agree with eveyone...make certain someone with spell check did your resume. And if they make you fill out a standard job application while you wait for your actual interview...carefully spell everything!
Other than that it all comes down to PRESENTATIONPRESENTATIONPRESENTATION!!!
I'm not certain what type of job you're going after but if it's white collar make certain your suit is pressed, your tie is right on, your hair doesn't need a trimming (nuff said on that subject :D ), nails are cut, beard (if you have one) is trimmed, etc...You could be the most qualified person for the job but if your appearance is "off" that might queer the deal.
Project self confidence and look the interviewer IN THE EYE when you two are talking. Eye contact...very important.

Good luck amigo! ;)

Make sure they have internet access!!! :D :D :cool:

My Ex is in Human Resources and this is what she has told me. If you are shaking a guys hand make it a firm handshake be very diliberate about it. Walk right up to him and shake his hand. If it is a girl don't crush her hand, but do the same thing. Dress to the position!! If you are going there to be a fiberglass guy then do not wear a suit!!
What ever you do when they ask you what your best quality is DO NOT SAY I WORK WELL WITH OTHERS or any variation of that. If you do, watch you file go right in the trash. When I was interviewing guys, I wanted to know that they were willing to work and learn, I prefered that they did not know anything that way I did not have to unlearn stuff. So do not be afraid to say I DO NOT KNOW!!

Good luck man and if you do not get the first one it is not a failure, it is a learning experience. When you are done write down what you thought you did well and what you think you screwed up and think about how to do it better the next time.

[ 01-09-2002: Message edited by: Audiofn ]

col thanks for the advice! It a position as a graphic designed, web developer and webmaster. Hopefully i cna make some loot and get that new boat i've been wanting :D

good luck, be yourself!
make sure you have matching socks :eek: ;) :D :p

Mattyboy

In that case, don't mention anything about this site. Might not look good if they decide to check up on ya. ;)

Good hand shake, eye contact, dress appropiate, use hand jestures, but not so you look like you are deaf. Don't just answer questions, but ask questions. Think of positive things about yourself and what you could offer the company in advance. NEVER say anything negative about previous employeers or people under any circumstance. These are all suggestions from a friend of mine that was the head of personnel for Caterpillar.
Good Luck!

I have a formula for 1000% guaranteed job hiring success.

Bring with you a .454 Magnum. When the interviewer asked your the first question, whip itout, and stick it in his mouth.

And say, "Do I have the job or not?"

And there you have it!!!

:eek: :eek: :mad: :mad: :D :D

how my supposed to lift an engine without a hoist :D

f***ing phsycho!!!!!!!!!

bringing guns to interviews, actually now that i think about it.....


actually never mind, i'm not interviewing for a job at the post office. :D

If they ask if you know how to type, say YES!!! ;)

It is a little late for this interview, but try to land some interviews for jobs you don't care much about. Like any other skill, practice helps a lot. But what do I know, I couldn't get a job so I had to go self-employed.

When "interviewing" with a possible client, I do ask many questions, but I try to make them deep, thought provoking questions about their business that hopefully they will not know the answer to, but should. This helps them to see the need for an expert in those areas, and hopefully see me as it. If you're comfortable with the technique and think it is approparate for this interview, use it. And good luck.

chart tah is eth same kind of thing i do in thos esituations. I have been doign freelance web design fora while but this is thr first time i have gone for a "real job"

Don't let them know that you have any side interests to earn money. When an employer hires you they want to think that you are 100% dependant upon them for income.

Make sure you interview them. Ask them why you should work for them and not someone else. Ask about stock options, health benifits and 401K savings plans.

How many people work at this place? It makes a difference. Let them know you like to work long hours, can't get a girl so all you want to do is drowned in work.

Their goal is to get as much work out of you for as little pay as possible. Your goal is to get as much from them as possible. Sorry to say that long term employment is not a reality anymore. Get it while you can.

puder,

The easiest way to get your self calmed down is to tell yourself you dont really want this lousy job. That way you will feel more in control of your emotions. I do it every time I go to an interview. Being calm shows confidence. When you talk to them, they are not your buddies, be respectful and think before you answer.
You will probably have to fill out an app, so bring cheat notes along. Like previous employers address and phone number, School address, etc.. Having all that info with you makes it much easier to fill out, and spell check it before you leave home, this will keep you calm also. If they dont have a clean copy of your resume, bring a new shiny one with you.... and read it before you go in so you can remember what you said in the resume. Sometimes a resume gets a little old and you may forget what you said. I also have a reference sheet with personal and professional references. If things are going well, I might ask if they want a list of references, then you have it to hand them.
Take some notes on the questions you ask them, makes it look like you are interested.

Well I hope that helps. I just got a new job three weeks ago. My last day will be this Friday. I start another new job on Jan 22. So it worked for me!!

Good luck

Dick

Donzimitch, If you KISS ASS real hard one day you are gonna have to eat S*!T!!!
Not a good proposition Puder, what do you think?

Towel Boy :rolleyes:

And Donzimitch, here a proud owner of a sweeeeeeet sixteen and LOVE it!!! :D :D

Puder all the best of luck, and like a lot of the folks here said BE YOURSELF!!

[ 01-09-2002: Message edited by: Towel Boy ]

Invision them in their underwear!

keep Mr winky in your pants...well, for this interview at least.

Good luck. I interviewed a lot, many unsuccesful, and I'm a damn fine candidate I might add, but don't know why I didn't get them, so I can't help you. I know a guy who has had about 12 jobs in the last year or two, and he's the biggest goof you'll ever meet. I think he just hangs out at places till they figure they might as well give him work as long as he's there. And legally, they have to pay him. :D

In my opp, with some of these big companies, it's what they call the "like me syndrome". If the boss sees you as "like him" you're in. If not, kiss ass, that seems to work for a lot of folks. LOL!

I am amazed at the number of interviews I do where people just don't dress as well as they once used to.

Oh, and since it's graphic artist work, when they ask to see your portfolio, DO NOT start going "portfolio, I need T.P for my bungholio" Although, if you don't want that job, it might be fun to do. :D :D :D :D

Mark

Be sincere, tell the truth, and make good eye contact. Tell them you will be dependable, hardworking and trustworthy. Don't forget - you are there to interview them as much as you are there to be interviewed. Good luck!

I don't know why you are so nervous.I don't think that many people are applying for the test pilot position at the PAMPERS corporation.

Sy do you know from experience???? You use the depends, huh? I hear at your age bladder and bowel control tends to become difficult.

FYI i am gonna tow my boat to the NYC boat show and put a big ole sign on it "Insured by Total Doller, they insured this junker see what they can do for you!!!" :D

TTT

still waiting for the old man's partially witty retort.....