This document provides guidance on how to prepare for and conduct oneself during a job interview. It begins by outlining the objectives of learning how to prepare, behave confidently, dress properly, and follow up after an interview. It then gives tips for researching the company beforehand, arriving early, having salary expectations prepared, and dressing professionally and making a good first impression through appearance. Body language tips are provided such as having a firm handshake, maintaining eye contact, and avoiding distracting gestures. Recommendations are made for what to bring and not bring to the interview. Do's and don'ts are listed for behaviors during the interview. Common interview questions are provided along with sample answers. The document concludes by advising how to close the

1. Workshop
Job Interview
By Samantha Albano

2. Objectives
At the end of the Workshop, participants will be
able to:
● Prepare themselves
● Behave confidently
● Dress properly
● Close an interview and follow up

3. Tell me about...
● When was your last job interview?
● Was your last job interview successful?
● Was it a good or a bad experience?
● Do you have any interview-related funny
stories?
● What do you like about job interviews?
● What do you dislike about job interviews?

4. Preparing for the Interview
● Check out the company. Use the internet to find as
much information as you can about the company.
● Make a list of the skills, knowledge, professional
and personal qualities that you have and are
required for success in the job.
● Know the time and location of the interview
● Arrive 10-15 minutes early
● Have in mind your salary expectation

5. Appearence
Your appearance – It is the first thing that the
interviewer will see. Your attire shows that you
take the interview seriously and you are interested
in the position.
Would you hire me?

6. Tights near
skin color
Light Makeup
Minimal perfume

7. Minimal cologne
No rings other than
Wedding ring

8. First Impressions
Employers hire potencial employees based on the following:
● 45% on appearance and impression
● 35% being reliable and punctual
● 10% on your work experience
● 10% on your education and training
Do YOU make
a good impression?

10. Body Language
1) Handshake – Make sure your palms are dry, use your
right hand, smile and make eye contact, be firm and
confident.
2) Posture – avoid crossing arms, don't put your hands in
your pockets, leave arms open at your side.
3) Eye Contact – Look in the eyes of the interviewer
4) Gesture – avoid pointing or banging fists on the table.
5) Enthusiasm – smile

11. Handshake
● Avoid the Dead fish
It shows lack of confidence,
weak character, someone
who is easily persuaded.
● Avoid the bone crusher
It shows aggressive personality type.

12. What you should bring to the
Interview
● Work samples
● Identification
● List of questions to ask
● Reference list
● A portfolio
● Extra copies of your resume
● Copies of your certifications

13. What you shouldn't bring to the
Interview
● Gum or candy
● Coffee, soda or water
● Phone
● Your parents, friends or anyone else.

14. Do's
● Be on time
● Be clean and smell free
● Be alert, friendly and corteous
● Greet the interviewer with a smile
● Offer a firm handshake
● Make eye contact with the interviewer
● Wait until a sit is offered
● Sit straight on the chair and avoid crossing your hands or legs.
● Ask questions related to the job you are applying to.
● If you do not understand the question ask for clarification
● Sell yourself
● Before leaving the interview ask what the next steps would be.

15. Don'ts
● Don't lie in the interview.
● Don't show that you are desperate for the job
● Don't act as if you are not in need of the job and you have plenty of
offers in a row.
● Don't play with your hair
● Don't fidget
● Don't ask about money, benefits or vacation
● Don't talk too much
● Don't tell jokes
● Don't complain about your previous job, colleagues, supervisors, etc

16. 30 Seconds to impress
Watch some people going to a job
interview.
Who would you hire?

17. Interview Q&A
1) Tell me about yourself.
2) What are your greatest strengths?
3) What are your greatest weknesses?
4) Why are you leaving or have left your previous job?
5) Why do you want this job?
6) Why should I hire you?
7) Can you work under pressure?
8) What are your goals for the future?

18. 1) Tell me about yourself.
● Start with your name
● Give your place information (where you live and where you are
from)
● Education in short
● Job experience if any
● Family details in short
My name is Johnny Depp. I live in Kentucky, USA. I have done a
Master in Business Administration. I have 2 years experience as
a General Manager at IBM. I live with my wife and 2 kids.

19. 2) What are your greatest strengths?
Say at least 3 – Match your skills with the job position you want
● Adaptability
● Hard working
● Honest
● Flexibility
● Optimistic
● Fast decision making
● Persistence
● Self motivated
● Straightforward attitude
● Ability to work under pressure
I am a honest, self motivated and hard working person with a positive attitude towards
my career and my life.

20. 3) What are your greatest weaknesses?
Always said how you manage yourself to minimize the inpact of the weakness
● Impatient
● Sensitive
● Talkative
● Trust people very quickly
● Can say 'no'
● Take decision very quickly
● Get nervous when speaking in front of a large group
● Shy
● Delegation
● Confrontation
I have a hard time delegating and realize this is something I need to work on. Being the
only one in control isn’t always realistic or possible and my desire to control every aspect of
a project can slow me down. I am working on to improve myself as volunteer for team
projects. The experiences, while initially uncomfortable for me as I had to learn to let things
go and rely on other people, have really helped to open my eyes to the value of
cooperation.

21. 4) Why are you leaving or have left
your previous job?
● Keep it positive
● Keep it simple
I’d really love to be part of product development from beginning to
end, and I know I’d have that opportunity here.
I am looking for new challenges and opportunities of professional
growth.
Unfortunately, I was laid off.

22. 5) Why do you want this job?
● Tell them what you like about the company
● Relate it to your long-term career goals
When I read about your company I found that my
skills are matching your requirements. I can use
my skills and experience to contribute to the
company growth and I am confident I would be a
great addition to your team.

23. 6) Why should I hire you?
● Share your knowledge
● Work experience
● Skills related to the job
● Career goals
I have good knowledge about the English language. I
have been working with all levels and ages and I have all
the skills required for the job. I will put all my efforts to
contribute in a positive way to this company.

24. 7) Can you work under pressure?
● Give examples of volunteer and paid work that
involved pressure and deadlines.
We are always faced with pressure and deadlines
in our lives and I do not mind the stress. Stressful
situations are a learning and challenging
experience.

25. 8) What are your goals for the future?
● Stress your interest in a long-term career at the company
I hope to become very good at my job and perhaps take
some schooling to become more skilled in my field of
work.
I intend to learn (name of area or skills) very well so that I
can be promoted to a higher position in (name skill or
department)

26. More Interview Questions
1) What was the toughest thing you have ever had to do?
2) What was the most difficult decision you have ever had to make?
3) Can you meet deadlines?
4) Are you motivated by challenges?
5) Where did you go to college?
6) What did you major in?
7) How did you know about the position?
8) Do you have experience in organizing events?
9) Are you good at dealing with staff and customers?

27. Questions you can ask?
1) Please, describe a typical day on the job?
2) What level of responsibility could I expect in
this position?
3) What training programs do you have available
for your employees.

28. Closing the interview
● Thank the interviewer for the time he spent with
you
● Use the name of the interviewer
● Give a firm handshake
● Reinstate your interest in the job

29. Follow up
● Send a short thank you email reiterating your interest in the job within 24 hours.
●
Mention something you liked about the interview
Good afternoon, Jeanette,
Thank you for taking the time to speak with me yesterday about the staff writer position with
Business News Daily.
It was a pleasure meeting with you, and I truly enjoyed learning more about the role and the
company. After our conversation, I am confident that my skills and experiences are a great
match for this opportunity.
I am very enthusiastic about the possibility of joining your team and would greatly appreciate a
follow-up as you move forward with the hiring process. If you need any further information,
please do not hesitate to contact me by email or phone. Thanks again, and I hope to hear from
you in the near future.
Best regards,
Nicole Taylor

30. Let's practice
● In pairs
● Choose 6 questions to ask your partner
● A – Interviewer / B – Interviewee
● B is applying for a job as a receptionist at CNA
● Take notes
● After asking the questions change your partner and ask
the same questions.
● Present the name and the reasons of why would you hire
this person.

31. Let's practice
● In pairs
● Choose 6 questions to ask your partner
● B – Interviewer / A – Interviewee
● A is applying for a job as a sales representative at CNA
● Take notes
● After asking the questions change your partner and ask
the same questions.
● Present the name and the reasons of why would you hire
this person.

32. Thank you
and