[olug] OT - Interview Skills Tutor

[Benjamin Watson]

Mr. Doug Bahle at the Peter Kiewit Institute (PKI near 67th and
Pacific) holds mock interviews at their career center.

On Thu, Jan 29, 2009 at 7:31 PM, Andrew Embury <drazak at ingenii.com> wrote:
> Having hired around 20 people in the last two years, here is a short list
> that can easily set you apart from 97% of other cantidates:
>
> 1.  For almost all positions (I'm not sure what type of work your sister is
> looking for), come to the interview dressed in a conservative business suit,
> even if the office is business casual.  It amazes me how many people still
> show up in jeans and want a professional position in our organization.   You
> want to look your best, so hair done, makeup for women, clean shaven for
> men.
> 2.  After the interview, send a handwritten note to the person doing the
> hiring thanking them for the interview.  Not an email, a hand-written note.
>
> 3.  At some point in the interview, the interviewer usually gives the
> interviewee a chance to ask questions.  Do your research ahead of time and
> come prepared with at least 5 questions.  Things like the current growth
> rate or market the company is in, any new plans they have - get THEM talking
> if you can.  Ask about who you would be reporting to, why the position is
> open, what the management style of that person is, how you would be measured
> in your performance.  Don't ask about the benefits of the company or what
> the payroll cycle is.
> 4.  A mock interview is a great idea
>
>
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> On Thu, Jan 29, 2009 at 5:27 PM, Brady Cox <brady.cox at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Hey All,
>>
>> This is WAY off topic, but my sister is having a really hard time landing a
>> job.  She gets a LOT of interviews, but can never quite seal the deal.
>> Personally, I think all she needs is a few mock interviews and some
>> feedback.  Does anyone know of someone who does this and/or is any good at
>> it?  This would be for non-technical positions, btw.
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