Showing posts with label dress code for job interview. Show all posts
Showing posts with label dress code for job interview. Show all posts

Monday, February 27, 2012

Job Interview Questions: Your at a Retail job interview -- How would you answer these questions?

How did you deal with coworker conflict?
Best customer service experience?
How do you deal with stress in the workplace?
Favorite place to shop and why?
What does good customer service mean to you?
Tell me a strength and Weakness about yourself.

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Recommended Answer:
I would answer verbally.

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  • Sample answers to these and other retail interview questions can be found at the site below. Don't forget to prepare by doing some background research on the company you are interviewing for.

Sunday, February 19, 2012

Job Interview Questions: Should I wear pants or skirt to my job interview?

I am pretty sure I will be interviewed by a woman. I have dress pants and matching jacket or a pencil skirt that goes just below the knee with matching jacket.

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Recommended Answer:
For interviews, always dress on the safe side, in other words a little bit more conservative than what you would normally be required to wear in the office... Other than that, wear what is comfortable, though you do not want to wear a very short skirt of course.

The Top Job Interview Tips


  • Pants. Makes you more professional.

  • skirt

  • I would go with skirt. conservative colors

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Job Interview Questions: Should I go to this job interview?

I have my resume on Careerbuilder and I received a response from a company that does marketing and they want me to come in for an interview as an Account Executive. The reason I am wonder if I should go is because I'm really looking for an job in as an Administrative assistant or Clerical work and I'm not interested in marketing and neither the Account Executive job because I don't know anything about that occupation. Should I go to see where things lead or what?

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Recommended Answer:
Most likely account executive= sales consultant. So other than for practice or in case I am wrong then probably not.

Top 7 Job Interview Tips


  • If it's a marketing firm then the position includes sales or telemarketing. What I would do is respond to the invitation by telling them you're not interested in sales but am more interested in being an Administrative Assistant. Let them know you're not interested in the position but you're still interested in the company if they have the right position. In this tactic you are expanding your network for Administrative opportunities. Also, check your resume and make sure people who read your resume understand the position you are trying obtain. This way you won't get inquiries into sales.

  • It might be calling people at home and asking them if they want to buy something they do not want.
    This kind of job will get you nowhere in life.
    If you need the money - take it, until something better comes along.
    But if you are going to be tele marketing - this will be a dead end job with no happiness...

Friday, December 23, 2011

Job Interview Questions: What is the best kind of female job interview suit to wear in Atlanta's 90 degree weather?

What kind of cloth? Where to buy it? How much it costs? Female law student going to interview law firms for summer clerk / internship type positions. Must be a suit.

Answers to Job Interview Questions - How to Deal With Tough Interview Questions



Recommended Answer:
a skirt suit, would be the best

Discrimination Against Women at Job Interviews and How You Can Prevent It


  • a formal or semi formal casual dress will do.

Monday, December 5, 2011

Job Interview Questions: What should I exspect from my job interview at petsmart?

I have a job interveiw today at 2:00pm. This is my first interview but my second job. My first job just hired me on the spot. I really want this job! What are some of the questions they will be asking? Someone please help me out!!

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Recommended Answer:
I've worked in various types of retail jobs. They all basically ask the similar b.s. questions that they expect some complicated answer to; but it's simple questions requiring simple answers. I've had retail managers who couldn't spell worth a crap, and currently have an assistant manager over me whose verbal word usage, grammar and spelling shocks me. All retail jobs, even manager jobs - aren't that difficult. That's how these people get in. They use their years of retail experience to get into a manager job by sheer time and length of employment - not by smarts. PetSmart is surely no different. They'll ask your strengths and weaknesses, and ask the "Describe a time when you had to go beyond your duty to help a coworker/customer..." type of questions. You'll talk about your experience at your previous job, and they'll ask your duties, etc. Be early for the interview. Leave with plenty of time. I can't stress enough leaving with plenty of time. If you leave later than planned, it's just about guaranteed that many unforeseen obstacles will seem to get in your way and you'll end up late. Be in the store waiting about 15 minutes before the interview. Tell an employee to inform the manager that you are there for the 2:00pm interview and a little early, and will be waiting in the store. Go walk around and look at various things in the store, while waiting on the manager...but stay within a distance so that you can see when he/she is ready to see you. You don't want to go running off so they can't find you; but likewise, you want to show interest in the store in that you are looking around, checking out things, looking at how they merchandise, etc. Basically that part is just for "show"...the job is simple, though.

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  • I have never interviewed with Petsmart but I have worked in retail before. It is likely that they will ask about your strengths, your weaknesses, how you resolved conflict, and how you define teamwork. I just did a post about common interview questions on my new blog called Jobless Genevieve a few days ago. Feel free to check it out. It was created especially to help unemployed young people and recent jobless graduates with job searching and the job application process. Hope that helps! Good luck!

    Genevieve
    joblessgenevieve.blogspot.com/

  • they will want to make sure you can do the job. tell them you love pets so you would love to work for them if you have pets tell them so.

  • Probably things like when were times you experienced good/band customer service.

Saturday, November 12, 2011

Job Interview Questions: I forgot to send a thank-you note after a job interview. Is this bad?

I had a job interview two weeks ago that went GREAT. However, I forgot to send a thank you note. Will this hurt me? I was the first person interviewed and the person was just beginning their employee search so I think that is why it is taking so long for them to get back to me. But will the lack of thank you note hurt?

Expert Job Interview Advice From Someone Doing the Hiring



Recommended Answer:
They have other thank-you notes by now so you need to be different than the pack. Send a note saying thank you for not being upset by no thank-you card. :> They will remember you, which is exactly what you want.

Assorted Job Interview Techniques


  • an e-mail, note bother work fine but just do ti one time...otherwise you will seem desperate. but NEVER make a phone call then you seem annoying. So If you forgot id say get it done no later then 2 days after the interview 3 at the very most.

  • I agree with the others, you can still send one now.

  • Send one now, better late than never. It will help them remember you anyway.

  • why would u send a thank u note?

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Job Interview Questions: What should i wear for my upcoming job interview?

i have a job interview for a agency called PPI inc. the position that i applied at this company was Junior marketing associate. so they said dress code is professional and I'm wondering are jeans and a dress shirt okay or no?

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Recommended Answer:
I have worked in several different environments. Business casual, casual, professional, and in the medical field where scrubs were the dress code. For professional dress, jeans are usually not appropriate (no matter how nice they look). I think all the men I worked with in the professional setting wore dress pants (like Dockers) and a nice solid long sleeved button down dress shirt. If your job position requires you to meet with clients, I am sure the company would like to make sure it has the best image possible to represent them, and they will notice this image during an interview.
Hope that helps. And good luck!

Re-Entering The Job Market - What To Expect In The Job Interview


  • A business suit is the only "appropriate" attire for this interview - all else will look unprofessional

Friday, October 7, 2011

Job Interview Questions: What are some things i should do in a job interview and things i shouldn't do?

hello, i need some hints for a job interview. What should i do and what i shouldn't do?

The Top 5 Tips to Mastering a Job Interview



Recommended Answer:
Should:

Shake hands with the interviewer and introduce yourself.
Look presentable. Even if the job uniform isn't professional, your interview should be.
Sit up right and look at the interviewer as much as possible.
Have extra copies of resume (and maybe even an extra app) on hand.
Ask specific questions about the job (see at bottom)
Address the interviewer as Mr. or Mrs. or Ms. (for women. Use if you DO NOT know if they're married. It is better to be a married Ms. than an unmarried Mrs.)

Don't:

Slouch
If you're a guy, avoid crossing legs. This can make the interviewer feel awkward.
Have a cell phone turned on.

Questions to ask:
If employed, what is the standard uniform, if any?
What is the hourly wage?
What opportunities for advancement does your company have?
About how long before I hear a response about my interview?

Experience Of Job Interview


  • Prepare yourself for all the interview questions and how you are going to answer them. You can do a Google search on "Interview Questions". Work on these to start with and also what questions you are going to ask can be found there. While in the interview you will want to listen closely, answer questions directly while maintaining eye contact, sit up straight, and be open and friendly. When you are asked a question take a moment to make sure you fully understand it and answer it giving specific examples of how you did something they ask in the question this will help make you more memorable. In case you haven't thought about it you will want to do some research on the company you are interviewing with. I hope you get the job. Good luck

  • first of all, the most important part of the interview is how qualified are you to do the job well. it's basically like a date. however, an interview is to see will you be a good fit. your question really is, "when they see me, will they think that I will have what it takes to fit in. Will they think I can work with Brian, Shaniqua, Anderson, and Sheneenee." If this is an hourly based job, they (management) have probably already guessed that you will in fact have a nice work ethic and also be a team player that can adapt in enough time to at least survive for a few months. the two most critical points are the first few months, and seasonal times as we are in now. also note that as a person with desire to work, there are a whole lot of jobs. you must approach the situation from a standpoint of, "how much can I make while the honeymoon is still going on.' don't limit yourself. however, you must hope to God that you get a job where you fit in and people have somewhat of your best interest.
    To answer your question, there is really not anything in particular that you should not do. you just really have to show up and after that you have to do your best to act normal and feel it out for yourself. don't say anything unless you are asked. the most important question to ask is, "is this a commission based job.' if you don't have corporate america type connections from a previous job as a stock broker, then don't do that job. next question you ask is to yourself. dress very well. that way, if it is a sham, they may feel intimidated to b.s. you. at the end of the day, when there is life, there is hope, and as long as you stay enthusiastic and make some kind of financial progress, then this will end up as a good learning experience for you.

  • Chris-

    The web page link below is an article on 14 job interview do's and don'ts. From this page you can also link to other pages about the most common interview questions, and how you should dress for your interview.

    Hope this helps. Good luck with your interivew.

    Mike

  • do not be late. be humble and straightforward in answering their questions.it would really help if you have prepared a good resume. it would be great if you know
    something about the company and its background.
    it would also help if you know the job description of the position.try checking out this
    site for more help and info about job description.just search bestjobdescriptions on the net.

Monday, September 19, 2011

Job Interview Questions: Does it look unprofessional to have notes on a job interview?

I have a job interview in the morning, and I'm wondering from a professional, and interviewer standpoint does it look unprofessional, and unprepared to have and refer to notes during your interview? It's a big interview, and I'm really nervous I will forget something. Should I just do the best I can without the notes, or would it look okay to bring notes? Would prefer the opinion of people who actually conduct interviews. Thanks in advance.

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Recommended Answer:
Bad idea in the eyes of those doing the interview. I spent 20+ years interviewing people for jobs and never had one applicant sit before me with notes. Things get real close between a few candidates and then it gets subjective as hell because they are all equal. Let me assure you that being "the guy with the notes" is not what you want as their memory cue.

Sit upright hands together and on the table. Eye contact all the time. Smile when it fits. They always get around to the so-called tough question. It's the one that requires you to get into opinions, objectives, goals, work style,etc. On this one pause before answering. Even ask for a clarification. A hard answer one way or the other is not good on this question. More of an opportunity for you to demonstrate some thoughtful pros and cons on the issue..

Walk in with the demeanor of someone who is their equal and leave the same way. No kissing up and gushy thank yous. OK?

9 Steps to Job Interview Success


  • I interview quite often and would suggest that you leave the notes behind. First off, employers are going to expect a certain amount of nervousness such as shaking, sweating and stuttering. Be yourself, be honest and don't be afraid to say "I don't know". You should always do a little background research on the company that you are attempting to be employed by. Dress to impress. I always look at the way candidates make there appearance. remember, "First impression is a last impression". A tie and "long sleeve" shirt in most cases should be worn. do a search on interview questions. You will find that most employers are not to concerned about your prior jobs etc.. They will be looking for Morales and Ethical behaviors even before looking at job specific capabilities. Think about what is most important in your life and how you have learned from difficult times, these are questions that will arise in many interviews. You should have questions for the employer such as Benefits and potential growth. Try to remove the stress from your head by forcing your shoulders to drop and let loose. Good luck, hope this helped!

  • Absolutely bring notes if needed. As someone who has interviewed numerous candidates, the ones who were prepared always created a stronger impression with our company. So if notes help you remember some of the highlights of your skills and experience that you would like your potential employer to know, then certainly bring them in. One note of caution, just do not continually look at them during the interview as eye contact with your interviewer is crucial to presenting confidence in your interview.

    Good luck!

  • I personally wouldnt hire somone using notes at an interview, it shows either a lack of organization, a lack of confidence, unpreparedness, or mental defect.. Notes are fine for buisness meetings, or sales pitches, but not interviews.

Thursday, September 1, 2011

Job Interview Questions: When to mention an upcoming vacation in a job interview?

If I have a job interview sometime this month and my family and I are planning on taking short vacation sometime in July or August, when would I mention that? Towards the end when they ask me if I have any questions?

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Recommended Answer:
The proper time to bring up travel plans is after you have a job offer. You can then negotiate time off as part of the package. It may be important to the company that you're able to work on those particular days, and if you have to give up the vacation, you might be able to negotiate more favorable terms in other pieces of your employment package (more days off, higher salary, etc.).

Don't bring up your travel plans until after your offer. If it is a competitive position, it may be the one thing that puts another candidate ahead of you.

Good luck!

Job Interview Tips - How To Ruin A Perfectly Good Job Interview


  • If you do not tell them about your vacation until after you are hired you will be fired. You forget the vacation and take the job.

  • Don't let them know until after they hire you. Also, watch body language videos on youtube to come off as friendly, confident, and honest:D

  • dont tell them until AFTER you're hired

Job Interview Questions: How early should I show up for a job interview?

I have my first ever job interview, how early should I show up, 10 minutes?
Also, I can get quite nervous. How do I show confidence during the interview?

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Recommended Answer:
10 minutes at most. Too early might cause your potential employer to have to deal with you before they are ready, leading to some initial frustration.

Be yourself. It is important for both you and your employer to recognize a good match or not. By being yourself, your potential employer will hopefully see who you are. This is a combination your skills, your personality, and your character. With this approach, if you don't get the job it is probably for the best. Likewise, if you get the job you are then likely the best match. Nervous is Ok.

Job Interview Basics


  • Aim to be there 10 minutes early.

    If there is a chance you will get held up on the way, leave extra time and if you get there more than 10 minutes early wait outside until 10 mins before interviw time.

    To build up your confidence, try telling yourself this is just a practice interview,

    Some people suggest you imagine the interwiewer is naked, but that usually just makes you look pervy and odd.