Job Interview Questions: Job interview tips, 10 points?

I'm 16 and I have my first job interview tomorrow in a factory but I have no idea what a job interview is like so I need tips on what to do and wear and stuff... I know this sounds like a stupid question but I don't wanna screw it up so any tips would be helpful

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Hello,

It's great that you wish to be prepared because first impressions are lasting. Here are some helpful hints.

1. Dress in a clean white or blue dress shirt and black or khaki slacks with a conservative tie. Wear conversative shoes with socks. Keep jewelry to a minimum. Cover any tattoos. Have breath mints available. Wear hair in a conversative hairstyle.
2. Arrive 15 minutes before your interview.
3. Drive to the place of employment tonight so that you won't have any surprises on tomorrow.
4. Practice answering some typical interview questions. Yahoo jobs has some of these questions.
5. Use positive body language: pleasant smile, erect posture, don't cross legs at the knee, offer a firm handshake after the person extends his/her hand.
6. Know something about the company such as their mission, their services, years of operation.
7. Know what you bring to the company, such as troubleshooting, dependability, leadership, etc.
8. Consider taking a free personality test, such as Myers Briggs online, so that you can market yourself by using some of the attributes that will be listed on your test results.
9. Thank the interviewer in person and by sending a thank you letter that recaps some of your qualities.
10. Have 2 copies of your resume with you. You can always use your resume to remind the prospective employer of your skills. Your resume can include any volunteer or student work you may have done.

Good luck on tomorrow!
Daintee
The Dignity in Direction Group
www.dignityjobs.com
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• I'm actually a receptionist at a company that hires people all the time so I am pretty familiar with daily interviews all day long, mostly all I can say is just be yourself and I'm sure they will love you. As soon as they greet you that's there first impression so of course you know to dress nice and as silly as it may sound people actually show up with jeans all the time. Take your resume for sure and try not to be nervous. They were once there themselves as well. Wish you the best tomorrow, I'm sure you will do fine ;)


• -be calm :)
  -take copies of your resume
  -be presentable no gym shoes
  -smile
  -shake their hand after and before you leave
  -say thank you for having an interest in me when you leave
  -don't studer on questions
  -be confudent :)Yea that'll help, got me my job :D


• be well groomed, use good grammar (no slang), be well mannered, smile a lot

Job Interview Questions: Any last minute job interview tips?

I have a job interview in 3 hours for a job that I realllllly need to get. Obviously you can't help me in the interview, but are there any tips regarding my appearance and demeanour? Like how should I do my hair, how I should sit, should I look them in the eye for the whole hour and a half interview? Any help would be greatly appreciated :)

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The basic rule is to look clean and professional. However, always take into consideration the company culture, when you are choosing for an attire. You have to look like you already belong to that company you are applying.

Maintaining eye contact is commendable during the interview but do not overdo it.

The most important thing in preparation to an interview is to know the company and the job you are applying. Nevertheless, if you do not know the answer to a question it is better to be honest about it rather than pretend to know because the interview can always throw you a follow up question and it would be embarrassing if you are found out to be lying.

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• Preparation is the key to mastering a job interview. Plan ahead, organize your thoughts and materials.
  
  Good luck :-)


• relax first of all and go with it....SECONDLY AND I SEE THIS ALL THE TIME AND IT WILL COST YOU THE JOB.....leave the effing cell phone in your car or completely off.


• wear a tie

Job Interview Questions: Would it be okay to wear my Halloween costume to a job interview?

It is an interview during lunch, so it should be a less formal environment.

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Oh definitely. I always like interviewees to arrived dressed as zombies and witches. Actually I am thinking of insisting on it.

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• If it is the costume you are currently wearing, then yes. You are a great value as an employee- you come with your own brain trust. It is also okay to take candy off of the boss's desk to put into your pillow case.
  
  :)


• Definitely, especially if it's a costume of Lady Gaga


• I think that would be acceptable.


• Sure!!!!
  I wouldn't gaurentee the job though, just sayin.


• yeh if u wanna b one of those ppl on holiday that look after the kids club :))


• it would be ok if ...u didn't care about the job !!


• If the costume isn't a suit & tie, I wouldn't.


• no

Job Interview Questions: I have a job interview tomorrow at an ice cream shop. How can I be prepared?

Okay, so I am 17 years old and I'm going to have my first job at an ice cream shop. Of course, I'm very exited and I know I shouldn't keep my hopes too high. I just want to know how I can get prepared for my interview so I can actually get the job. Help?

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You need to be confident and honest.

Since you have never had a job before, I am assuming they already know that. Just answer their questions. Make sure you let them know that you learn fast, you are responsible, take the initiative, you are very hard worker and work well with others. Those are all things every employer wants to hear at an interview.

An ice cream shop is a good first job. You will learn discilpine and responsibility of a good hard worker.

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• Ice cream paint job


• Ummm, I think it's more important that you are good with people and time-management than ice cream. It would be a bonus if you also knew a lot about the company.

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I've been trying to find a comedy sketch I remember that was a job interview for someone to do subliminal messages. The applicant got the job, a raise in salary and time off without working a day. does anyone know who did this sketch? I thought it may have been monty python or john cleese but I can't find it anywhere. Does anyone remember this sketch or am I crazy?

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I believe it was Monty Python...very funny!

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Job Interview Questions: How to do well in a job interview?

I was wondering how to be charasmatic during a job interview? And have a better chance of getting the job. im 16 applying for part time jobs :)

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Preparation, preparation, preparation!

Familiarize yourself with the company where you are applying. Mention the company by name and be prepared to tell them why you would feel lucky to be hired by them.

Arrive for your interview about ten to fifteen minutes early. Without a word, you will be demonstrating your eagerness to begin working, Once you are escorted into the interview room, do NOT automatically take a seat. If a chair is not offered, politely ask if you may sit down. No gum!

Wear clean, pressed clothes. This proves you are intent on putting forth more effort to make a positive impression than many others who will apply for the position (I guarantee it!). It also lets the interviewer know that you will be mindful of the image you portray around customers. Have a pen and pencil handy, just in case the need arises. Same for your ID; it should be current and all types required available.

When answering questions, say "Yes" and "No" and NEVER "Yeah" or "Huh-huh." Address the interviewer as "Ma'am" or "Sir" (as the case may be). Smile! It's not easy within so stressful a situation, but it is something that will be remembered.

When you are being dismissed from the interview, be sure to thank the interviewer for his or her time. Repeating your interviewer's name is as good as a personalized symphony. Human beings are usually enchanted with the sound of their own name. A Tiffany follow-up to your interview consists of a note of gratitude (and a way to promote name recall). The note should reinforce your willingness to be contacted same as if you were an on-call volunteer fireman. If nobody contacts you within a week or ten days post-interview, call and ask whether a hiring decision is made. Not everyone agrees that this is a good move, but it's a little like a romance: you owe it to yourself to know when it's time to move on.

Good luck!

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• When you say you want to be charismatic, do you mean you want to somehow get your personality across, so that you will be remembered? Charisma is a difficult thing to put your finger on, but it could be best described as a person that you feel you can trust, that has creative and practical ideas, and the potential to make them happen in reality.
  We have all met people, in personal life or through the media, that have an ability to connect with us. Why exactly they had such an impact can be complex to work out.
  
  When you are going for a new job, the best way to impress is to clearly demonstrate how you can benefit that company, and earn the wages they will be paying you to do that job. The bottom line is- what does this job involve, and how can you prove you can do it well? Having a vague charisma is good, but only if you're able to show that you can master the work that needs to be done. The most successful people are the ones that have the determination to see through their ideas- and this means hard graft and getting your hands 'dirty' with what needs to be done.
  
  I don't know what job you're going for right now, but whatever it is, make sure you know exactly what the job involves and think through how you would actually do it. Next, in order to 'sell' yourself at interview, think about how you can prove that you have the necessary skills, experience, knowledge and personal strengths to successfully carry out the tasks. For example - if you're handling food, show that you understand basic food hygiene, if selling fashion clothing that you know about the most popular products and how to sell them, if using office IT that you have mastered all the Office applications.
  
  Please don't depend at interview on a vague idea of 'charisma'- back this up with real ideas of what you can actually do, and remember that you will always have a lot to learn, whatever your age.


• I've worked with many people to get them prepped & ready for interviews. In fact, I'm participating at a local teen job fair to offer my adice and guidance to teens looking for work.
  
  Now there are many ways to show enthusiasm during an interview. Smiling is # 1! A smile shows you're very personable. And that's important to interviewing success. And not one of those Hollywood type smiles that actors and actresses use. In other words, the phoney smile just for show. But a genuine smile.
  
  Another way of showing enthusiasm is to show a real interest in the company and the job you're going for. In other words, a strong desire to learn more info about them and the position. And your sincere belief that you're cut out for it!
  
  FYI, on my book's website, I have some free career flyers with a bunch of helpful tips you can use. There's one for resumes. Another for interviews. And I have one for job fairs too. Just click on the Free Advice link to view them.


• There are a lot of potential problems for children in work, many of them legislative, parents need to be vigilant about that. There is a lot of guidance from the website in the box below on this issue, they also have guidance for all people who are hunting for work, or who need to change careers.


• yes first of all its better to practice a mock interview at home with friend. At interview you should be cool and calm. don't show any nervousness.
  Your body language should be positive and you voice should be steady.
  
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• It usually takes experience, confidence, and your reflection will show how much you want the position. Eagerness is a plus, but how you apply it in the right manner is what matters to the interviewer.


• Dress nice and be yourself.

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Say you go on an Job interview and without being told, you are asked to drive the boss to do an errand and your driving demeanor is used to evaluate things like your patients, anger management and decision making skills. Would do you think could learned from this type of practice?

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Interesting idea! Not sure if you're saying this has happened to you, or you're thinking of using this exercise as a way to assess candidates?

I think I'd be concerned about being the boss in this situation, putting my life in the hands of a complete stranger, in control of the vehicle! As well as obvious insurance etc considerations.

On the other hand, as you say, driving skills, attitude etc could be an excellent indication of certain both desirable and undesirable tendencies.

Just to add consideration of others, awareness of rules and regulations, awareness of the bigger picture eg the flow of traffic across the city ( I hate it when people block junctions in waiting traffic, causing an obstruction to traffic coming the other way, and wonder what they would be like to work with as part of a team), multi-tasking, concentration levels, performance under pressure, problem-solving, orientation ( being aware of one's surroundings, way-finding, map reading etc), being able to say no ( please don't ask me any interview questions whilst I negotiate this roundabout safely), planning ahead and also being able to adapt plans- the list is endless really.

Even if using this as a candidate assessment may have certain issues, any candidate wishing to demonstrate the above skills could use an example from a driving situation to show how they meet the criteria for the job at hand, as there are so many transferable skills used.

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Job Interview Questions: Is it ok to wear tinted fashion eye glasses for a job interview?

I'm not good looking and I have Bell's Palsy, I think of wearing eye glasses to look more mature and polite. Is it ok to wear tinted glasses? This is more fashion but not shades or sun glasses.

Or can you show me what kind of eye glasses are acceptable for job interview?

Thanks a million!

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Only if you think you could wear them at the job you are applying for.
For a professional job where you may be working at a desk - no problem.
If you are dealing with customer service you need to mention this...

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• In a job interview, the representative from the company is asking himself whether the person he is interviewing can do the job, and whether the person is reliable, whether she would be working without the boss pressing on. This last is not easy to find. We are social creatures, everybody talks on the job with the coworkers, of talks on the phone to somebody outside work. There is also a limit, and beyond this limit, the employee is warned or fired. No boss likes to do this, and takes precautions by hiring the person that looks less likely to goof on the job.
  
  As far as this matter, the keyword is conservative. Tinted is acceptable, as to protect the eyes from the light, but not to hide the red of your eyes from the party you left at 5:00AM
  
  I assume it changes in places, but in my particular place of work, medical eyeglasses convey seriousness. Many people need eyeglasses, but they do not like to wear them, so they do not. There are jobs that need good eyesight, but they hope to get by, when the job is not done as well.
  
  If you wear eyeglasses in the interview, but do not wear them later, the boss may ask himself whether you need them, whether you are doing the job less well. So, if you wear them in the interview, be prepared to wear them occasionally on the job.


• You can use DKNY eyeglasses. It is formal but really cool. It is suitable for you everywhere including for a job interview.
  
  I've bought mine at dknyhandbagssale.com/dkny-glasses-5575-silver-demo-lens-1002/
  
  It is affordable.


• Maybe if you are getting an interview for a job in the fashion industry but overall it may appear rude if the interviewer can't see your eyes because you want to appear sincere and genuine and you need to connect with th interviewer overall..hope I helped and good luck!!:D


• Generally tinted glasses are not preffered in interview. Corrective glasses are accepted in interviews and business environment. Have a clear idea about the interview guidelines before going to an interview.


• Depends on the job, but I'd say not to wear tinted glasses.


• No----no tented glasses on interviews.
  
  Do not get down on your self----dress sharp, stand up straight, smile and tell them that you are there to work.
  
  Good luck.


• Don't wear tinted glasses unless your job interview is in the fashion industry.


• of cause it is ok! Do what you like!

Job Interview Questions: What clothes to wear to a job interview?

I've got an important job interview soon, but i dont want to go overkill and wear a suit and tie, so I'm trying to find a good balance between clothes.

Should I get black trousers or Chinos? What colour shirt should I wear, and would a jacket or sports coat be a good finish? I was thinking about putting on my tan coloured shoes too, so I stand out.

The irony of it, is its a very casual work place, all jeans and T-shirts. Ironic I need to dress up for the interview!

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I found
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I hope it work for you as well.

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• hi i think that u should wear cloths which u likes and which looks descent and discipline and looks in good manner and you are boss should give the job by seeing ur dressing manner

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I have a job interview and the person on the phone told me to bring some examples of past work (which I have) and my resume (which I am doing). Should I also bring a cover letter? If so should I bring the one I already sent to them or retype a cover letter, or maybe just change the date?

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Hello,
You can checkout www.livebusinessdirect.co.uk/2010… which has a video advice on writting thank you letters after a job interview.

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• As you have already sent a cover letter, there would be no point in taking a different one.
  
  I would take a copy of everything you have sent them so far. Then you can refer to those docs if necessary, and also refresh the interviewer's memory if they don't have all your docs at hand, or have possibly misplaced them.
  
  No need for a second cover letter.
  
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• Your cover letter is the most important document to represent you. You can write one in 3 minutes. You can find more information here.


• They didn't ask for a cover letter & as they already have one why would you do another? Just take along what they asked you to take.