Basic Interviewing Techniques

In this workshop, they taught us basic interviewing techniques and what to do and what not to do when being interviewed.  For example, they taught us the 10 steps for someone to have a greater chance of getting hired.

Before an interview

• research the corporation/organization
• review your resume
• practice answering potential interview questions
• prepare a list of questions for the employer

the day of the interview

• dress appropriately (men- suit, pants, shirt, shoes, ties and for women suit, skirt/pants, blouse/shirt, shoes)
• manage your time

during the interview

• follow the lead of the interview
• determine the next step

After the interview

• analyze the interview
• follow up

They also taught us how to prepare a personal pitch because many people assume that they know a lot about themselves when being asked “tell me about yourself”. Truthfully they really don’t so that’s why it’s important to think about yourself specifically in the job/company giving you the interview. People should really think on a proper introduction when introducing themselves and say their strong points, personal skills, accomplishments, etc.  They also taught us how to give a proper firm handshake which i really thought it was unnecessary.

Over all this workshop was really helpful in preparing us in the future when applying for jobs, or when doing internships. With the 10 basic steps, its more likely for us to get hired.