The document provides guidance on preparing for and having a successful job interview. It discusses what to include in a cover letter and resume, such as contact information, work history, and skills. It also outlines best practices for the interview, including arriving on time dressed professionally, maintaining eye contact, being polite and respectful, preparing answers to common questions, and following up with a thank you note after the interview. Key recommendations are to research the company beforehand, dress conservatively, ask thoughtful questions, and make a strong first impression through confident communication.

1. Ivana Antoine
Maggie Bergmann
Jaysee Greene
Tanecia Maclin
Makenna Pedigo
Leshaun Salmon
A Successful Interview

2. Purpose of a Cover Letter
● The cover letter briefly describes who you are and some of your skills
● Explains the job you are applying for
● Explains why you would be good for this job
● Creates a “hook” to get the employer to read the resume

3. What You Shouldn’t Include In a Cover Letter
● Always proofread with no mistakes or typos
● Never cut and paste certain parts of your resume into the cover letter.
You need to include the whole resume
● Try not to write the word “I” to many times in your cover letter
● Never mention other jobs that you have applied for

4. What You Should Include In a Cover Letter
● You should include your full name and contact information like your
address and phone number
● You should include the employer's name and contact information
● Briefly explain the job position that you are applying for
● List your skills and why you are good for that job

5. WHAT IS A RESUME AND
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?
Resume is a short bio about who you are
and what makes you the right candidate
for the available vacancies.
Its a first impression on a prospective
employer

6. Information you need for a
RESUME
● Contact Information
● Objective Statement
● Summary Statement
● Employment History
● Education
● Other Information

7. The Wrong VS The Right
RESUME
Figure 1. How to
Make a Resume
for a Job (Eilers,
2018).

8. ● Research the company.
● See their requirements.
● Know the menu, isles, or any of the basics of what you
will be working with.
Preparation for interview
Figure 1. 10 tips for lifting safely on
the job (Donlon, 2016).

9. Preparation for interview
● Prepare questions to show you care.
● Keep in mind what you want from the job.
Figure 2. The
Psychology of
Checklists
(Marchese,
2016)
Figure 3. Upholding
Core Values
(Pierce, 2015)

10. ● Eat something nutritious for your brain.
● Prepare important documents such as SSN, birth certificate, and food handlers license.
● Get a healthy amount of sleep.
● Give yourself extra time to get to the interview early.
Preparation for interview
Figure 4. Social
Security Disability
Fund Could Run Dry
in 2016 (The
Associated Press,
2015)

11. How to dress: The wrong way
● Don’t dress casual (no jeans and a t-shirt)
● Don’t wear wrinkled clothes
● Don’t wear lots of jewelry (wear small jewelry)
● Don’t wear shorts
● No sparkles
Figure 1. How To: Dress
For Interview Success
(Technologies, 2015).
Figure 2. How To:
Dress For
Interview Success
(Technologies,
2015).

12. How to dress: The right way
● Be conservative (don’t show to much skin)
● Wear dress shoes
● Men should wear suits and ties
● Women should wear dresses or pantsuits
● Tuck in shirts
● Your outfit should fit you well
Figure 3. How
To: Dress For
Interview
Success
(Technologies,
2015).
Figure 4. How To:
Dress For Interview
Success
(Technologies,
2015).

13. How to dress: Men and Women examples
● Men should wear a gray or navy suit
● Professional hairstyle (Doyle)
● Dress socks and shoes
● Tie
● Women should wear a solid dress (Doyle)
● Solid suit with a blouse (Doyle)
● Heels or flats
● Briefcase (interview appropriate bag)
(Doyle)
Figure 5. How to be
Cabin Crew Team Figure 6. What to
wear for a job
interview (Hudgens,
2015).

14. How to act: What to Do
● Be patient.
● Be well respect with manner.
● Listen to what your interviewer is saying to you.
● Act professional but act like yourself.
● Make eye contact with whoever you are doing the interview with.
● Watch the tone of your voice.
● Smile and be happy.
● Act polite.
● Sit up with a smile on your face.
● Offer a firm handshake that’s necessary at the moment when the procedure is taking place.
Figure 1. 50 most
common interview
questions (Bradberry,
2015)

15. How to act: What Not to Do
● Don’t show up sloppy.
● Don’t be gross to the people who are around.
● Don’t be disrespectful.
● Don’t be angry.
● Don’t be doing things on your own that’s out of the way.
● Don’t be impatient.
● Don’t slouch when your waiting.
● Do not fidget.

16. How to act: Reflection On How To Act
Never be late and show up on time. Try to make progress with the people who’s around you. Be
understanding with the elders or the people who works in that building. Be friendly and put a great big
smile on your face but don’t make it be a smile that’s out of proportion. Be respectful to the people
around you. Let them know that you are there to work and be at your best behavior.
Figure 2. 13 Tough
Interview
Questions (Metler,
2014).
Figure 3. How to
Interview After Being
Fired from a Job
(Moment,2016)

17. What to do during an interview
● An interview is a face to face consultation for the employer to talk to a potential employee
● During the interview it is important to ask for clarification if needed
● Be honest during your interview
● Stay true to the reason why your their
● Always answer questions with your audience in mind
● Avoid topics that can potentially not get you the job
● You should remain confident from the time you walk into the interview and until you leave
● Be prepared for any strange questions
● Be prepared to answer any questions that you may not have thought off
● Be on time
● Shake hands
● Be respectful
● Follow directions and smile

18. What not to do
● Don’t be late
● Don’t be under prepared
● Don’t be disrespectful
● Dress inappropriately
● Poor communication skills
● Talk to much
● Talk to little
● Don’t pull out your phone or any other devices during an interview unless asked to do

19. Interview Summary
During an interview you should remain confident, respectful, honest and comfortable. You should also be
on time or early dressed appropriately. Make eye contact with your potential employer, shake their
hand, sit up straight, know when to stop talking and also know when it’s ok to talk a little bit more. After
the interview is over shake their hand again, smile, thank them for their time, and leave confidently.

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