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Posted on 10/26/16 at 8:18 pm to OMLandshark
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directly ask him to give you the job
horrible advice
Posted on 10/26/16 at 8:18 pm to tigertyler
Focus on what separates you from the other applicants. They can teach you the day to day but if you can offer them something they don't have no and other application ta don't have, you'll get the offer.
I had zero background in my current job (finance analyst at a bank) but One if my degrees was in journalism and that's one of the main reasons I got offered. They specifically wanted someone who could write and could understand policy implications.
I had zero background in my current job (finance analyst at a bank) but One if my degrees was in journalism and that's one of the main reasons I got offered. They specifically wanted someone who could write and could understand policy implications.
Posted on 10/26/16 at 8:18 pm to tigertyler
When you converse with the questioner look them in the eye. Do not look away. Speak to them with confidence and show some energy.
Tell them why you are there and what your goals are.
You are an intern not an experienced hire, they are looking for an intelligence, responsible person with some passion for the job and a desire to learn.
Tell them why you are there and what your goals are.
You are an intern not an experienced hire, they are looking for an intelligence, responsible person with some passion for the job and a desire to learn.
Posted on 10/26/16 at 8:19 pm to DrSteveBrule
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If they ask you those HR style questions like "how would you handle X situation", they are just looking for red flags. Don't look to answer them perfectly. Don't stay up late trying to think of every possible question they could ask you.
It's not how you will, it's how you did. Have those prepared, and if they ask ridiculous "how would you"s, then it might not be a company you'd want to work for.
Posted on 10/26/16 at 8:20 pm to OMLandshark
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It's not how you will, it's how you did.
I've been asked both
Posted on 10/26/16 at 8:23 pm to iAmBatman
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horrible advice
I highly disagree. My direct quote in interviews is either "Is there anything further I need to do to secure this job" or "Do you have any hesitations on moving forward with giving me this job", after selling myself again of course. That's solid advice I've gotten from 30+ people. It gives them room to question you again and that projects confidence that you're the best person for the job. It's absolutely great advice.
I mean, shite, you're selling yourself. Have you ever seen "Glenn Gregory Glen Ross"? Always be closing for god's sake. You can't get a job if you can't close it.
This post was edited on 10/26/16 at 8:26 pm
Posted on 10/26/16 at 8:24 pm to OMLandshark
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Is there anything further I need to do to secure this job
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Do you have any hesitations on moving forward with giving me this job
=/=
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directly ask him to give you the job
Posted on 10/26/16 at 8:28 pm to tigertyler
Research the company
Posted on 10/26/16 at 8:28 pm to iAmBatman
In sales, that's really asking for their signature to make them feel at ease before giving it to you. That's a close. It's asking for the job directly but giving them some perceived room to retort. That's what I mean by it.
Posted on 10/26/16 at 8:35 pm to iAmBatman
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directly ask him to give you the job
Agreed. That comes off as very arrogant and really just weird. Prob gonna go with thanking him for his time instead
ETA: or her time.
This post was edited on 10/26/16 at 8:37 pm
Posted on 10/26/16 at 8:35 pm to Mrtommorrow1987
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Research the company
This too and you will be shocked how many don't.
I got some insight into a major political appointment committee. Guy told me they had 30 people to interview. Said the first question was always "tell me what you think of this position, name one decision you would changed, and why." Guy told me only half were able to name anything that had previously happened.
Posted on 10/26/16 at 8:43 pm to tigertyler
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Agreed. That comes off as very arrogant and really just weird. Prob gonna go with thanking him for his time instead
You're going for an internship. You're not familiar with the professional world really. Yes I myself thought it was weird, but if you plan on ever dealing with people and not just being in IT, you need to show them that you have the spirit to close. You will never get a job in dealing with people if you don't try to close the interview. I promise you they will hire the idiot they feel can close over the smart guy who will never ask. I promise you, when you're asking final question, sell yourself once more and ask one of these two questions:
"What else do I need to do to secure this internship?"
Or
"Do you have any reservations on giving me this internship?"
I promise you, it projects confidence and that you're willing to do what is necessary to get the job done. It seems awkward I know, but simply thanking someone for their time makes me think that they're a spineless pussy. Have some spine. They're looking for character and competency. You being simply polite does nothing for them. They'd hire a manners coach if that's what they needed. Yes, thank them, but close them on why you're the best man for the job and try to get some sort commitment from them.
This post was edited on 10/26/16 at 8:52 pm
Posted on 10/26/16 at 8:47 pm to tigertyler
Have some questions for you to ask the interviewer about the company. Just as they're interviewing to get to know about you, you should try to use the interview to learn about their company. Show them you've got a genuine interest in their company and you're not treating it as "just some internship".
Speak clearly. Make eye contact when you're talking with the interviewer. Looking the person in the eyes when you're talking shows confidence. Confidence is everything, just don't be cocky. Dress nice...if you have a suit, wear it. If not, dress slacks and shirt, preferably with a tie. And be yourself...a good interviewer will probably be able to tell if you're BS'ing them
Speak clearly. Make eye contact when you're talking with the interviewer. Looking the person in the eyes when you're talking shows confidence. Confidence is everything, just don't be cocky. Dress nice...if you have a suit, wear it. If not, dress slacks and shirt, preferably with a tie. And be yourself...a good interviewer will probably be able to tell if you're BS'ing them
Posted on 10/26/16 at 8:51 pm to chris504
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Have some questions for you to ask the interviewer about the company. Just as they're interviewing to get to know about you, you should try to use the interview to learn about their company. Show them you've got a genuine interest in their company and you're not treating it as "just some internship".
Here's what you want to see as the interviewee: the interviewer talking more. If it gets to that point, you're usually pretty good. Come armed with questions. If he's talking more, that means he's interested in you and trying to sell himself into making you work for him. Make him talk more than you. That should be your #1 goal after getting the job.
This post was edited on 10/26/16 at 8:53 pm
Posted on 10/26/16 at 8:52 pm to OMLandshark
You sound like you're in sales. That might work for a sales position but that attitude would absolutely not work in most jobs.
Posted on 10/26/16 at 8:53 pm to athenslife101
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You sound like you're in sales. That might work for a sales position but that attitude would absolutely not work in most jobs.
Yep.
But maybe I'm ignorant here from being in this profession, but isn't that what an interview is? Selling yourself and getting him to close on you?
This post was edited on 10/26/16 at 8:55 pm
Posted on 10/26/16 at 9:10 pm to OMLandshark
I always ask "do you have any questions about my qualifications" "what do you see that may be a weakness" and "what do you see as the best trait of your most successful employee" and spin that into how I can match and exceed.
But as to the mentality. Most people are type B. They dont like Type A people because they don't like being pushed.
But as to the mentality. Most people are type B. They dont like Type A people because they don't like being pushed.
Posted on 10/26/16 at 9:11 pm to tigertyler
"what's your policy on Columbus Day?"
Posted on 10/26/16 at 9:16 pm to athenslife101
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"what do you see as the best trait of your most successful employee"
That's always one of the first one I ask.
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"what do you see that may be a weakness"
That one, I just don't like bringing up the word weak. It reminds them of negative connotations.
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"do you have any questions about my qualifications"
I do like adding "hiring" there, because I think it brings up positive connotations and challenges them to be in control. It gives them one last chance to address any doubts and for me to negate them. If I do negate them from their personal standpoint, I typically get the job.
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