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Posted on 10/14/18 at 11:10 pm to BruceJender
Find some short jokes to break the ice.
Posted on 10/14/18 at 11:14 pm to NoSaint
From past interviews I’ve learned to be ready about what problems I have solved and tough situations I have been in. A lot of advice in this thread I’ve thought has helped me in other interviews and this has solidified it. Other interviews, it was not exactly what I wanted, but this is what I’m ready for. I will put all of this to use (the bourbon shot is a game time decision.)
Posted on 10/14/18 at 11:15 pm to DavidTheGnome
I have joked in other interviews and obviously not got the job, but I have a very joking personality. I feel like I should keep this since it “is me.” But I am nervous that it hurts me.
ETA: I am not awkward and do have the ability to make people laugh
ETA: I am not awkward and do have the ability to make people laugh
This post was edited on 10/14/18 at 11:16 pm
Posted on 10/14/18 at 11:15 pm to DavidTheGnome
Be yourself. Don’t let the desperation show. Be confident. Smile, even if it is forced it will help you project a confident and warm personality. Be deliberate with your answers.
Will say a prayer for you.
Good luck. You’ve got this!
Will say a prayer for you.
Good luck. You’ve got this!
Posted on 10/14/18 at 11:16 pm to BruceJender
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I have joked in other interviews
I would not do this over the phone as mannerisms and facial expressions obviously aren't seen and that can be a big part of humor.
Posted on 10/14/18 at 11:17 pm to BruceJender
Keep a bottle of water close by. I always get cotton mouth on phone interviews when I have to talk for awhile.
Posted on 10/14/18 at 11:18 pm to BruceJender
You can conference us in if you like and we can help out?
Posted on 10/14/18 at 11:20 pm to BruceJender
Be naked
Posted on 10/14/18 at 11:25 pm to Richardlong10plus
Nah my opinion is dress nice. Subconsciously it will put you in a more professional mindset.
Posted on 10/14/18 at 11:28 pm to BruceJender
Have a conversation even with yourself before the interview. Get your vocal cords warmed up and your breathing rate steady. Whatever you do, do do the interview while sitting in your car. Good luck.
Posted on 10/14/18 at 11:31 pm to BruceJender
I would say that you need to be sure to treat this exactly as you would a face-to-face interview. Get up at a reasonable time, eat, get dressed, etc.
I find that interviews nowadays are more than likely comprised of situational type questions such as the following...Tell me about a time when:
You had a conflict with someone at work...
You had to solve a difficult problem...
You had to deal with a difficult customer...
You had to deal with a difficult employee...
and of course, be prepared for the regulars:
Tell me your strengths
Tell me your weaknesses
ETA: also, be able to ask a couple of questions that show that you know the position that you are being interviewed for and that you have researched the company.
I find that interviews nowadays are more than likely comprised of situational type questions such as the following...Tell me about a time when:
You had a conflict with someone at work...
You had to solve a difficult problem...
You had to deal with a difficult customer...
You had to deal with a difficult employee...
and of course, be prepared for the regulars:
Tell me your strengths
Tell me your weaknesses
ETA: also, be able to ask a couple of questions that show that you know the position that you are being interviewed for and that you have researched the company.
This post was edited on 10/14/18 at 11:34 pm
Posted on 10/14/18 at 11:35 pm to Spankum
Thanks Spankum, I have tried to prepare for questions like others have said. But like you posted, I often get questions that are similarly worded but asking the same thing. I will try to have a different scenario ready for each situation. The interview is after 2 PM so I am trying to treat this as I would any other stressful situation. I am the type that over-prepares, so I expect to be ready to go
Posted on 10/14/18 at 11:48 pm to DavidTheGnome
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conference us in if you like
Might not be a bad idea. Would at least loosen me up.
Posted on 10/14/18 at 11:49 pm to BruceJender
Well, if you are going to over-prepare, do so tonight so you can take some time to relax tomorrow after lunch. I generally just come up with a few different situations and rehearse telling the "story" so you can say it out loud fluently. That gets your phrasing, etc right so you don't stammer around too much during the interview.
Best of luck to you, man. And FWIW, this may seem like the most important thing in the world, but it is not. Regardless of whether you get the job or not, life will go on and the whole event will seem insignificant a year or so from now.
Best of luck to you, man. And FWIW, this may seem like the most important thing in the world, but it is not. Regardless of whether you get the job or not, life will go on and the whole event will seem insignificant a year or so from now.
Posted on 10/14/18 at 11:51 pm to BruceJender
Just pretend like you're happy-go-lucky, and everything is good in your life. All of my phone interviews have been relatively easy. They didn't ask any of the stupid HR questions.
Do your research about the company, why you think they are interesting, where you see yourself fitting in, and other shite like that. On phone interviews, they always ask, "What do you know about the company and what we do?"
If the company has a YouTube channel or LinkedIn account, that's a good way to find out recent things they have been doing
Do your research about the company, why you think they are interesting, where you see yourself fitting in, and other shite like that. On phone interviews, they always ask, "What do you know about the company and what we do?"
If the company has a YouTube channel or LinkedIn account, that's a good way to find out recent things they have been doing
This post was edited on 10/14/18 at 11:58 pm
Posted on 10/14/18 at 11:52 pm to BruceJender
Confidence, confidence... and more confidence. Fake it til you make it. Sell your intangibles. Give detail when giving examples.
Posted on 10/15/18 at 12:06 am to BruceJender
Remember that an interview is a 2 way street. You're interviewing them as much as they're interviewing you. It's easy to forget that when you are internally begging for an opportunity after being laid off (been there, done that - it sucks).
Sound confident, even if you're not, and be prepared with questions of your own. 1 or 2 specific to the company and industry showing you've done your homework and at least 1 asking about the position. A favorite of mine (and one I have gotten compliments on from interviewers): can you tell me 3 qualities you look for in someone who can be successful in this position?
Another one I've used: can you give me an example of someone who had this position in the past, was successful, and where they are now?
Good luck and have confidence in yourself!
Sound confident, even if you're not, and be prepared with questions of your own. 1 or 2 specific to the company and industry showing you've done your homework and at least 1 asking about the position. A favorite of mine (and one I have gotten compliments on from interviewers): can you tell me 3 qualities you look for in someone who can be successful in this position?
Another one I've used: can you give me an example of someone who had this position in the past, was successful, and where they are now?
Good luck and have confidence in yourself!
Posted on 10/15/18 at 12:10 am to BruceJender
Don't repeat yourself. The fewer words you use to get a point across the better. There is no body language or eye contact to use, but they will be listening for positivity and a smile. People who conduct phone interviews are trained to listen for that.
Give positive/affirmative answers to questions... for example, if they ask you why you left a previous job answer with "I wanted to take an opportunity to do X" as opposed to "I didn't like the atmosphere" etc.
Good luck man.
Give positive/affirmative answers to questions... for example, if they ask you why you left a previous job answer with "I wanted to take an opportunity to do X" as opposed to "I didn't like the atmosphere" etc.
Good luck man.
Posted on 10/15/18 at 5:19 am to BruceJender
Make sure they know you're willing to take another man's life if the job requires it. In fact, get that out there early on. If that doesn't impress them, they're pussies and you don't want to work for them anyway.
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