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WARM-UP QUESTIONS\n•What made you apply for this position? \n•How did you hear about this job opening? \n•Briefly, would you summarize your work history & education for me? \nWORK HISTORY\n•What special aspects of your work experience have prepared you for this job? \n•Can you describe for me one or two of your most important accomplishments? \n•How much supervision have you typically received in your previous job? \n•Describe for me one or two of the biggest disappointments in your work history? \n•Why are you leaving your present job? (or, Why did you leave your last job?) \n•What is important to you in a company? What things do you look for in an organization? \nJOB PERFORMANCE\n•Everyone has strengths & weaknesses as workers. What are your strong points for this job? \n•What would you say are areas needing improvement? \n•How did your supervisor on your most recent job evaluate your job performance? What were some of the good points & bad points of that rating? \n•When you have been told , or discovered for yourself , a problem in your job performance, what have you typically done? Can you give me an example? \n•Do you prefer working alone or in groups? \n•What kind of people do you find it most difficult to work with? Why? \n•Starting with your last job, tell me about any of your achievements that were recognized by your superiors. \n•Can you give me an example of your ability to manage or supervise others? \n•What are some things you would like to avoid in a job? Why? \n•In your previous job what kind of pressures did you encounter? \n•What would you say is the most important thing you are looking for in a job? \n•What are some of the things on your job you feel you have done particularly well or in which you have achieved the greatest success? Why do you feel this way? \n•What were some of the things about your last job that you found most difficult to do? \n•What are some of the problems you encounter in doing your job? Which one frustrates you the most? What do you usually do about it? \n•What are some things you particularly liked about your last job? \n•Do you consider your progress on the job representative of your ability? Why? \n•How do you feel about the way you & others in the department were managed by your supervisor? \n•If I were to ask your present (most recent) employer about your ability as a____________________, what would he/she say? \nEDUCATION\n•What special aspects of your education or training have prepared you for this job? \n•What courses in school have been of most help in doing your job? \nCAREER- GOALS\n•What is your long-term employment or career objective? \n•What kind of job do you see yourself holding five years from now? \n•What do you feel you need to develop in terms of skill & knowledge in order to be ready for that opportunity? \n•Why might you be successful in such a job? \n•How does this job fit in with your overall career goals? \n•Who or what in your life would you say influenced you most with your career objectives? \n•Can you pinpoint any specific things in your past experience that affected your present career objectives? \n•What would you most like to accomplish if you had this job? \n•What might make you leave this job? \nSELF-ASSESSMENT\n•What kind of things do you feel most confident in doing? \n•Can you describe for me a difficult obstacle you have had to overcome? How did you handle it? How do you feel this experience affected your personality or ability? \n•How would you describe yourself as a person? \n•What do you think are the most important characteristics & abilities a person must possess to become a successful ( )? How do you rate yourself in these areas? \n•Do you consider yourself a self-starter? If so, explain why ( and give examples) \n•What do you consider to be your greatest achievements to date? Why? \n•What things give you the greatest satisfaction at work? \n•What th
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All interview answers should be short, to the point and, ideally in story form. If you already have some general ideas then pick the best and create a story around it. A good format would be: I recognized a problem, here is the action I took and the results were...\n  To take it to the next level the problem, solution and result should be similar to the problems you would encounter in this position. \n  If you have listened well and asked good questions during the interview to this point you might know if the interviewer is more concerned with revenue, cost savings, ability to get along with others or quality. If you know that 'hot button' then slant the answer to emphasize that the initiative you took solved a problem similar to what the interviewer is concerned about.\n  If you know the preference of the interviewer in terms of 'early adopter of new' or 'avoider of problems' then the story should be stated in terms that would appeal to that preference.\n  Mark Twain said something to the effect 'The best impromtu remark is one which has been well rehearsed.' You should have PARs (problem, action, result) for each of your initiatives, slanted for each of the concerns of the interviewer in terms of avoiding or accepting. This gives you six stories for each of your ideas. Written out and rehearsed will give you a very good chance of hitting the mark in the interview and being a memorable candidate.
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Do research on the company you're applying for, come with a very business-like and professional appearance, prepare yourself to answer any questions they have with concise answers. Don't give short answers, but don't speak on one subject too long. Relax, show you have a sense of humor, be confident, and think about how your skills can help the company. That will probably be the very last question they ask you...other than why they should hire you. Good Luck.
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Job Interview Pointers\nGet Advice and Insight from Waggener Edstrom's Staffing Partner\nby Thad Peterson\nMonster Staff Writer\n\nLike many career advice experts, Steve Fogarty, staffing partner at Waggener Edstrom, says candidates should research a company thoroughly before an interview. And if the company is a private firm, that's not an excuse to skip doing your homework. \n\nWhere there's a will, there's a way, and finding a way to gather information on a company "distinguishes the great candidates from the good candidates," says Fogarty. \n\nConsider Fogarty's company, a large independent public relations agency. He says that if someone were trying to find out about Waggener Edstrom, the candidate could take a number of steps. In addition to simply visiting the company's Web site, joining a trade organization like the Public Relations Society of America would almost certainly give someone interested in his company exposure to people who work there. \n\nFogarty offers a less conventional method as well: "People might be able to find a press release that one of our PR people has written and contact that person and say, ‘I saw your press release. It looks really good. Would you be open to me asking a few questions? I'm doing research on your company.' That's a way to get information." \n\nWhat else can you do to improve your chances at the interview? Try these tips from Fogarty: \n\nBe Concise\n\nInterviewees rambling on is one of the most common blunders Fogarty sees. "You really have to listen to the question, and answer the question, and answer it concisely," he says. "So many people can't get this basic thing down. You ask them a question, and they go off on a tangent. They might think you want to hear what they're saying, but they didn't answer your question." \n\nProvide Examples\n\nIt's one thing to say you can do something; it's another to give examples of things you have done. "Come with a toolbox of examples of the work you've done," advises Fogarty. "You should come and anticipate the questions a recruiter's going to ask based on the requirement of the role. Think of recent strong strategic examples of work you've done, then when the question is asked, answer with specifics, not in generalities. You should say, ‘Yes, I've done that before. Here's an example of a time I did that…,' and then come back and ask the recruiter, ‘Did that answer your question?'" \n\nBe Honest\n\nSomehow, candidates get the impression that it's best to try to dance around difficult questions. "If you don't have a skill, just state it. Don't try to cover it up by talking and giving examples that aren't relevant. You're much better off saying you don't have that skill but perhaps you do have some related skills, and you're happy to tell them about that if they like." \n\nKeep Your Guard Up\n\nAccording to Fogarty, you can split recruiters into two schools. There are those who are very straight-laced and serious, and candidates better take the process seriously as well when dealing with them. \n\n"Then you have recruiters like me," he says, chuckling. "I'm going to be that candidate's best friend when they call me. My technique is to put them at ease, because I want them to tell me everything, and a lot of candidates mess up in this area. They start to think, ‘Oh, this guy is cool. I can tell him anything.' And then they cross the line." And that can take a candidate out of contention. Remember: Always maintain your professionalism. \n\nAsk Great Questions\n\nFogarty says nothing impresses him more than a really good question that not only shows you've researched the company in general, but the specific job you're hoping to land as well. "That makes me go, ‘Wow, this person has really done their homework.
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Go get this book, either at the library or at the bookstore.  It's awesome.\n\n"How to Answer Tough Interview Questions" by Martin John Yate.\n\nYou'll sail through your next interview.
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look up questions that are usually asked at an interview. like what could you bring to our company, why should we choose you, etc. dress to impress but not shanky.
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Administrators come in all shapes and sizes.  You never know what you're going to get.  Some run interviews like an interrogation while others simply want to see if you have rapport together.  She (your interviewer) probably is not the decision maker based on what you've shared.  It's important however to interview her as much as she is interviewing you.  Come prepared to ask questions like the following:\n\n1. What is my typical day going to look like?\n2. What traits does the perfect candidate in your mind possess?\n3. On a scale from 1-10 grade your experience with this company.  Do you enjoy coming to work everyday?\n4. If I excel in this position what typical upward mobility options are afforded me in the future?\n5. Is there anything you'd like to know about my abilities that is not covered by a typical resume but you'd love to know.\n6. Please tell me about your worst day here at ABC Company working in your job capacity and how did you deal with it?  Did you feel you could depend on your fellow coworkers and company for support when you needed them the most?\n7. Can you tell me more about your management style and what you expect from your team members?\n8. What do you like to see most in your new employees, how can I as a new employee benefit you the most?\n\nAlways, always, always follow up your interview with a personalized (handwritten note card).  Handwrite it and handwrite the address on the front.  It will be opened and appreciated every time.  You should carry five or six cards with you at all times and have them ready to mail the same day you leave the interview.  Always ask your interviewer for their business card.  \n\nYou want to make a positive impression with your interviewer.  Be good but don't be so good they fear you will take their job...  You want to make them see you fitting into the job description they have in front of them.  Emphasize the traits you posses that best meet their needs and down play your shortcomings.  \n\nBe positive, make eye contact.  Speak clearly and keep your hands away from your face, sit up straight, lean into your interviewer (be engaging).  Most importantly dress for success.  I find I feel my best when I wear a new suit to my interviews.  You only have one chance to make a first impression.  Make the best possible impression you can.  Don’t forget a firm, dry handshake with good eye contact and s smile.\n\nThink to yourself you already have this job and make your interviewer believe it.  Be yourself, don't lie or mislead, be honest and direct.\n\nAlways interview with multiple companies at once, don't put your eggs in one basket, have options and keep working on getting new interviews even if you have a job offer pending.  Nothing is guaranteed not even if you get the job.\n\nGood luck!\n\nKK
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I managed a clothing store for 2 years, and have done nothing but retail for the most part.  I asked the same ?'s for every interview.  \nTell me some things about yourself.\nWhat would you do if your supervisor made a decision you strongly disagreed with?\nTell me some of the characteristics of a supervisor you'd like to work for?\nHave you ever witnessed anyone steal anything?\nWhat do you consider a satisfactory attendance record?\nDo you have any restrictions regarding your availability?\nWhen we check your past employer references, what will they tell us about you?\nWe emphazise excellence and expect our employees to acheive high standards, how does this pressure make you feel?\nTell me some of your best qualities?\nHow about some areas where you could use improvement?\nDo you consider yourself to be organized, how?\nHow would you handle a situation if a friend who wasn't entitled to your discount asked you for one anyway?\nCan't think of any more!!!!\nHope that helps.\nWhatever you do, SMILE and make lots of eye contact.
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It's great that you're thinking about this ahead of time. Write down some questions and take them with you to the interview. And make sure you spell the job title correctly :) -- it's guidance counselor.\n\nIt would also help if you read something about guidance counselors before the interview.\n\nHere are some possible questions:\n\nDid you always want to be a counselor? (If not, when did you decide to be one?)\nDo you need special training, education, or experience?\nWhat is a typical day like for you?\nWhat has been your happiest moment as a counselor?\nHow long have you been a counselor? Did you work anywhere else before this job?\nWhat's the hardest thing about your job?\nWhat do you enjoy most about your job?
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if you're talking about a job interview, then you must remember that interviewers only want to know three things.\n\n1) Can you do the job?\n\n2) Will you do the job?\n\n3) Will you fit in?\n\nAlso, try and show some interest in the company. For example, ask if there are any big projects on the horizon.\n\nIf you bear these in mind when answering questions, you will be on the way to success!
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Type up a list of common questions asked during interviews and start to think of answers.  Practice the answers, but try not to sound scripted.  There's several sites that list common questions.  Type in "interview questions" in Google to find them.  The most important thing to do is have questions ready to ask THEM.  If an interviewer asks if you have any questions and you say "no", you're pretty much off their list.  Type up some questions if you don't think you can remember any... be sure to ask questions about the job and/or organization, not about the interviewer or non relevant topics.  Also do not ask about salary unless you're offered the job. Finally, get a good night's sleep, dress to impress, take out any piercings, and pop a mint and eat it before meeting the interviewer.  Good luck!\n\nPS--bring copies of your resume and references also.
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First of all interviewers look for alot of things in a person they are interviewing. 1. Dressing and how you carry yourself (should be dressed meticulously and carry yourself with confidence- head up chin up) 2. Knowledge about your achievements, goals and objectives in lfe (Should be very familiar with that0 3. Knowledge about what you are interviewing for and what will be an added advantage you will be bringing to the company of hired 4. Remember you are selling yourself so you got to put your best feet forward- talking about your weaknesses so much may scare them away so you got to be very strategic on how you display your weaknesses (name a strength that can also be a weakness) 5. Set the pace of the interview- most of the time interviewers hardly know what to ask or usu they have a print out of what to ask- be very enthusiastic when answering -encourage them by telling them that its a good question- if you dont know how to respond tell them to rephrase the question- if you dont know the response tell them its a good question but you haven't encountered such a situation and are glad that you are aware of it so you will prepare yourself incase you face it. \n\nQuestions to ask: ( Many)\nFor one, in as much as this pple are interviewing you- you are also interviewing them...so questions to ask could range from anything that you dont understand about the job description to the person you will be reporting to, to dressing style to company structure to company visions and goals to what they are looking for in the position you are being interviewed to the nature of your job, to the person you may choose as a mentor to........\n\n    *  How would you describe the responsibilities of the position?\n    * How would you describe a typical week/day in this position?\n    * Is this a new position? If not, what did the previous employee go on to do?\n    * What is the company's management style?\n    * Who does this position report to? If I am offered the position, can I meet him/her?\n    * How many people work in this office/department?\n    * How much travel is expected?\n    * Is relocation a possibility?\n    * What is the typical work week? Is overtime expected?\n    * What are the prospects for growth and advancement?\n    * How does one advance in the company?\n    * Are there any examples?\n    * What do you like about working here?\n    * What don't you like about working here and what would you change?\n    * Would you like a list of references?\n    * If I am extended a job offer, how soon would you like me to start?\n    * What can I tell you about my qualifications?\n    * When can I expect to hear from you?\n    * Are there any other questions I can answer for you?\n\nThere are also question you may want to stay away from asking..check the website below has tonnes more infor\n\nhttp://jobsearch.about.com/od/interviewquestionsanswers/a/interviewquest2.htm
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Why do you want to work here?\nWhat would you bring to the company?\nWhat are your goals in life?\nExplain gaps in employment..\nHave you ever been asked to resign or been dismissed from a position?
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The only advice I can give which really helps me when speaking with others, especially if in an interview, is not to think too much about your answers beforehand, but allow them to naturally flow from your mind to your mouth.  When a quesiton is asked don't necessarily answer what you think the interviewer wants you to say but what you actually feel, your answers will come easier and will be more convincing this way.  Think of your answers carefully and attempt to articulate them in a clear manner. And of course do not be nervous and do not have too many expectations.
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Do a search on google for "common interview questions" and you will get lots of help.
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You never know what an interviewer will ask.  Bad interviewers are as tough as good ones, because bad ones will not give you a chance to show off what you've got.\n\nThe main tactic in an interview is to do most of the talking.  You are there to brag about yourself and convince them that they need you.  Be honest.  If you don't know an answer, say "they did not teach us that, but I can learn about it if you need me to."\n\nIn my toughest interview, the man kept refuting my answers with research.  I stuck to my guns and gave my reasoning.  Later I found out that as soon as I left the room, he said, "he's the one."  I felt like a whipped dog, but I had actually impressed them.\n\nShow enthusiasm--firm handshake, smile, act excited about what you do.\n\nThe novice interviewer will start by saying "Tell me about yourself."  I love this one, because I take over and give a dissertation about how I work, my philosophies, my qualifications, etc.\n\nIf you get the interviewer who won't ask anything, you need to find a way to work in what you want to say.\n\nThe main thing--go in with notes to look at.  That is acceptable, and makes you look organized and professional.  Jot down the main points that you want to make.  Also, have a pen, and jot notes when they speak to you.\n\nOf course, dress professionally.  Practice a firm handshake with men.  Do not just put your hand out--push your hand forward so that they don't accidently grab your fingers.  Do not give them a limp handshake.  Look them in the eye.  Smile.  Do not wink or flirt.\n\nIf they are soft-spoken, speak softly with them (but firmly).  If they are louder, match them.\n\nHave a resume ready and offer it when you first meet.  Have another copy in front of you with your notes.\n\nDon't expect anything, because you can't know what to expect.  Just be prepared, and go in there and have fun.\n\nIf you don't get this one, the next time try to line up more than one interview.  It is less disappointing than doing one interview at a time, because you still have something in front of you.\n\nKnock 'em dead!