Job Interview Tips For Teens, II
Posted on November 15, 2010
Filed Under Fathering, Parenting
Following up on a previous post, further job interview tips for teens. You’ll recall I drafted these thoughts to help one of our sons know what to expect and how to prepare for a hiring interview. As always, your input is appreciated!
At the interview:
- Dress appropriately. Better to dress up a bit more than expected. This is especially important if you’ll be meeting with older “decision makers,” who inevitably place some consideration on appearance.
- Take a notebook so you can jot down details.
- Upon meeting, look the person in the eye and give a firm handshake.
- Ask for a business card. During the conversation, refer to the interviewer by their last name (Mr. Smith, Ms. Jones).
- Be honest and direct, but not brutally so.
- Be humble.
- Show a willingness to learn, and to put in the hard work necessary to show your value to the employer.
- Don’t talk too much. If in doubt, answer with shorter responses, and indicate you could certainly give more detail if needed. Be respectful of the interviewer’s time.
- Be respectful.
- Remember this isn’t really about you. This is about the employers need to fill a position. Try to emphasize how your skills and interests match up with their need. Help the interviewer see how you could do the job and do it well.
- Be confident. Don’t oversell yourself, but exude a can-do attitude.
- Close the time with a couple of clarifying questions:
• What kind of time frame are you looking at for making a decision?
• Would you mind a follow-up call in a few days?
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