Interview Tips
Here are some tips I have gathered from what to do or not do concerning an interview.
1. Wear simple jewelry. Don't wear big hoop earrings or dangling bracelets.
2. Don't use too much makeup and avoid eyes that look like Elizabeth Taylor in the movie "Cleopatra" or Tammy Faye Baker Messner. Go look her up if you have to and you'll see what I mean. (This is no problem for me since my idea of makeup is to put on some lipstick.)
3. Even if you wear a necklace with a cross on it every day, don't wear it to the interview. Or any religious symbol. That way you don't offend anyone's religion, including your own.
4. I used to always wear a white shirt, black pants and a black jacket with black shoes. Well I found out if you wear a jacket you are always overdressed. Stick to something simple but flattering. For instance, a dress isn't typically flattering for me because I am short and fat. But a matching shirt and skirt set looks good.
5. Always arrive early.
6. At the end of the interview when you are asked if you have any questions you should never inquire about: a) salary, b) benefits, c) hours, d) anything else that makes it sound like you're more interested in what you GET from the job than what you can GIVE to the job.
7. Fold your hands and cross your ankles.
8. Remember your manners. Say "thank you".
9. Before you get to the interview do the personal things you need to do such as using the restroom, blowing your nose or clearing your throat.
10. Answer the questions as YOU, not as who they're looking for to fit the job. If YOU fit the job that will show. Be genuine, don't pause too long before you answer and don't, under any circumstance, lie.
If you're lucky enough to get an interview which is a huge step towards getting the job, try not to be your own worst enemy.
I'm still working on that one.
1. Wear simple jewelry. Don't wear big hoop earrings or dangling bracelets.
2. Don't use too much makeup and avoid eyes that look like Elizabeth Taylor in the movie "Cleopatra" or Tammy Faye Baker Messner. Go look her up if you have to and you'll see what I mean. (This is no problem for me since my idea of makeup is to put on some lipstick.)
3. Even if you wear a necklace with a cross on it every day, don't wear it to the interview. Or any religious symbol. That way you don't offend anyone's religion, including your own.
4. I used to always wear a white shirt, black pants and a black jacket with black shoes. Well I found out if you wear a jacket you are always overdressed. Stick to something simple but flattering. For instance, a dress isn't typically flattering for me because I am short and fat. But a matching shirt and skirt set looks good.
5. Always arrive early.
6. At the end of the interview when you are asked if you have any questions you should never inquire about: a) salary, b) benefits, c) hours, d) anything else that makes it sound like you're more interested in what you GET from the job than what you can GIVE to the job.
7. Fold your hands and cross your ankles.
8. Remember your manners. Say "thank you".
9. Before you get to the interview do the personal things you need to do such as using the restroom, blowing your nose or clearing your throat.
10. Answer the questions as YOU, not as who they're looking for to fit the job. If YOU fit the job that will show. Be genuine, don't pause too long before you answer and don't, under any circumstance, lie.
If you're lucky enough to get an interview which is a huge step towards getting the job, try not to be your own worst enemy.
I'm still working on that one.
posted by The Mutant Penguin Herself @ 11:25 AM
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