I have an interview on Thursday at 1pm, there are two people interviewing me, a man and a woman.  I have not worked since july 2005.  I am a single parent with one 2 year old child.  The job is skilled and I (almost) have what they are looking for.\nI am 24, an aquarian, outgoing, approachable, pretty...\n\nlet me know if anyone has any predictions!!!!!!!!!
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I can't make any predictions as I'm not psychic! However I'd suggest you do as much research about the company as possible as it shows interest and you can drop little facts about the company into conversation as you talk and if you haven't been there before then do a 'reccy' and travel there (by bus, train, car) before the day so that you know exactly how long it will take you to travel there.\n\nTurn up 20 minutes early and enter the building/reception area exactly 10 minutes early. Smile and be friendly but don't crack jokes or be over-familiar.\n\nFor all you know, the woman interviewing you may be a single mother too. Try to put yourself in their position. What will they want from a candidate?\n\n1 - Someone who will not have frequent absences when childcare plans? Be prepared to reassure them that you have VERY reliable childcare\n\n2 - Someone who is not likely to quit after just 5 months? Make it clear to them that you are looking to settle down in a job and develop with the role\n\nTry to think what they will want from you, anticipate the most likely questions and concerns and have answers already prepared.\n\nGOOD LUCK! :)
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Never offer up negative information about yourself unless asked. Even if you are asked try to configure your answer in a way to make the situation positive. I interview people all day and I could definitely say that you mentioning any absences will only suggest that you might do the same thing at the job for which you are applying. Most companies don't probe as deeply on background data as you might think. Presenting yourself professionally and highlighting your positive attributes will win you the job.
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These are very hard questions to answer because all of our lives we've been taught to never bragg or speak about ourselves too much.  But that is exactly what they are trying to get you to do.  They want to know what qualities you have that someone else doesn't.  Discuss your work habits/ethic, how you are willing to come in early and stay late, just to make sure the job is done and done right.  As far as your education, before you go to the interview think of a class you've taken or a project that could someway, anyway relate to the business.  I was an Ag major and was interviewing with my current company that manufactures printed boxes, and they asked that question.  I had taken a forestry class in college(thought it was rediculous), but I just raved about how intersted I was after that class and just spouted off some random things that I had learned that could pertain to paper board.  It's fine to make a stretch just don't out right lie.  And never say I don't know.
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well no i don't think that you will get the job but you  said when you woke up for your interview the guy was still talking so he probably didn't see sleeping. so your in luck! and if you do have another interview next week try to get enough sleep the night before. well GOOD LUCK!!!!
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Sometime in the middle of November you will receive a surprise present and some pieces of card in the mail. Some will have the numbers 1 and 6 on. You will meet a tall dark handsome stranger  who may be short and fair and have at least 2.4 children or maybe even less. You will have a long and steady career and will never be out of work. I can see the words "Would you like to go large with that" and "Have a nice day" featuring prominently. You will be very successful at that career and I see you attaining the dizzying heights of "Employee of the Month" in Gemini, 2045.\n\nYou will eventually die but before then you will be alive. This final prediction is true. The other bits may not be.
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Stay calm. Being nervous won't help. \n\nLay out your outfit tonight. Be sure you have any jewelry (not too much of course) on hand so you won't have to scramble. Select the makeup you want to wear with your outfit, be sure you have enough, etc. etc.\n\nResearch the company. Look up the history and who's who in the company. Do you know the name of the person who will interview you? See if you can find a bio online. It's now customary to show a potential candidate around the office to see how other people react to him/her. That means you should be nice to everyone you see there.\n\nBe sure you know how to get there. Google or Yahoo maps are really helpful, although if you're driving you might want to add more time due to traffic, weather conditions, etc.\n\nGoogle some interview questions that you think might come up. Why are you a good fit for the company? What makes you different from other candidates? What accomplishments do you have that can benefit the company? Do you work well with a team and individually? Have a friend practice with you.\n\nBe ready to sell yourself (without being overbearing). Be sure to smile and be polite. Be sure to thank your interviewer and to write a thank you note via email or snail mail. \n\nGood luck!
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Be on time, not ten minutes early, maybe five,  don't ever be late for the interview.\nDo not wear jewellery that is overwhelming, no facial piercings, no visible tatoos.\nBe pleasant, don't complain about your last job, the employees, or your former boss.\nTell them your strong points, don't go into too much detail, your resume will speak for itself.\nThese are a few things that I look for when I am interviewing a perspective employee.
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for the 1st time i was but no for the 2nd and the 3rd so please wish me luck for the 4th and years after that...\n\nfor your case, i think you are very lucky, it means your mate's family is the nice one (like mine =) ) good luck then...
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I disagree - Here's why: \nMonday is probably the WORST day.  I have worked in dozens of different companies & can tell you experience.   BUT then Monday MAY be the day that the HR person may search for fresh applications.  I suspect it depends on the company.  \n\nFor ME personally, I prefer morning, BUT remember, the HR person on the other end may NOT be a morning person.  \n \nActually, there IS a way to find favorable dates to apply for job, send in your resume, and finding other dates to do all sorts of things.   I used the dates on http://www.AstroWishes.com  Look for their link on the page titled "Job Market - Astro StarGuide." \n\nGood luck & much success in your journey.
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i wouldn't demand an interview... may ask if they are scheduling interviews or when you would hear about a possible interview, but i wouldn't demand one.  you want to appear confident, but not too pushy.
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I have read books and watched videos on that stuff.  All the info you can get on that kinda stuff is great but u gotta keep up because interviewers' don't stay with the old expectations over time much these days.  If I knew you better I could freely tell you more directly over the phone or some such, based on your expectations as to what you should do.  Mainly my big advice on this is to think it through and don't build it up in your head to be such a big deal.  Interveiwers in most cases will on face value of things will rule out the insecure applicant straight away.
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My first interview was 3 years ago, when I wanted to change my current job. But I have bigger experience from a interview for a job in company on Malta this summer. Job was in Libya. My big mistake was that I have shown a too much thrill during interview and was shy to ask about sallary. Employer noticed that, and probably thought that I am some desperate guy and offered me very small sallary which I refused.\nI learned very much from that interview. Now I am expecting another call on interview for a job and not going to repeat mistake.I think that advices from book are very good. It is all from peoples experiences.
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That is a good sign.  Some companys will interview 2 or 3 times so others in the company can judge you.  As long as they keep asking you back, you are that closer to getting the job.
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I've gotten many jobs this way....call HER first, tell her you are excited about the opportunity to work and just wanted to know if she has made a decision yet....I had one employer tell me (after I had called her like 5 times) that my enthusiasm and excitement for the job got it for me even when there were more qualified people for it.
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I wouldn't.  Spend this time preparing for your interview tomorrow.\n\nDress professionally, be early, and ask really good questions about the direction the company is going and about the interviewer.\n\nGood luck!  Take a deep breath and relax, you'll do great!
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Don't go to the interview. I mean, do you really want a job with someone like her? You sound like you could get a better job elsewhere.
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Sounds like a retail or restaurant job. Used to happen to me. The best thing to do is be honest with them. "I'm greatful for all of the hours you've given me, but Unfortunately I don't feel it's what's best for me at the moment." Elaborate if you need to, but tell them how you feel. You're a person, not a robot. And if it's the kind of company that will fire you for being open and honest with them, then perphaps it would be best to seperate from them in any case. There'll always be another job, but i don't believe it will get to that. I'm positive they'll understand. Good luck.