Job interview tips

[Los Broncos]

I have a big interview tomorrow with a big company.

I need to kill it here, have to be working.

Any tips i should use besides my good looks? :)

[orinjkrush]

look good (look like the part you're to play), relax, smile. most interview decisions are made in the first 10 seconds.

[Los Broncos]

look good (look like the part you're to play), relax, smile. most interview decisions are made in the first 10 seconds.

Right, i mean there aren't any magical words.

Just want to feel confident here....

[Hotrod]

Use some visine about 15 or 20 minutes before. Having nice white/clear IE clean looking eyes is important.

[Los Broncos]

Use some visine about 15 or 20 minutes before. Having nice white/clear IE clean looking eyes is important.

Good idea, i have some here....

[Hotrod]

Good idea, i have some here....

Just make sure you use it a period (minimum 15 minutes) before because sometimes it will make your eyes red for a few minutes before turning them nice and clear/white.

[Los Broncos]

Just make sure you use it a period (minimum 15 minutes) before because sometimes it will make your eyes red for a few minutes before turning them nice and clear/white.

Good it sir, clear eyes = employment :sunshine:

[Hotrod]

Good it sir, clear eyes = employment :sunshine:

LOL

Well it might take a little bit more but it does help. I know I take notice of the eyes of anyone I interview. If they are yellowed/blood shot I wonder if the person is living a healthy lifestyle or burning the candle at both ends etc....Now its not a deal breaker mind you since someone might just have allergies but I take note none the less.

[Antilles]

Appearance: Pay attention to every detail. I always take note of an interviewee's shoes, fingernails, etc.

Stylistically: remember that people like candidates that remind them of themselves. Try to gauge the interviewer's personality in the first few minutes (i.e. reserved vs boisterous, serious vs goofy, etc) and then ratchet your personality up or down accordingly.

Practically: Obviously you want to learn everything you can about the company in advance to demonstrate your interest, but also learn as much as you can about the duties/responsibilities of the specific position for which you are applying, and make sure to emphasize that those are duties/responsibilities you enjoy (or at least are willing to tolerate). For example, not too long ago I had the biggest interview of my life and was crushing it, right up until I was asked what I found to be the least enjoyable aspect of my current job. I answer and give a little chuckle. Result: blank stare from the interviewer followed by - that is a major component of this job. In my field, this task is a major component of ANY job (dream job included) and EVERYONE hates it (which I why I picked the answer in the first place), but now I'm convinced I blew it. Don't make the same mistake! Best of luck!

[Los Broncos]

Appearance: Pay attention to every detail. I always take note of an interviewee's shoes, fingernails, etc.

Stylistically: remember that people like candidates that remind them of themselves. Try to gauge the interviewer's personality in the first few minutes (i.e. reserved vs boisterous, serious vs goofy, etc) and then ratchet your personality up or down accordingly.

Practically: Obviously you want to learn everything you can about the company in advance to demonstrate your interest, but also learn as much as you can about the duties/responsibilities of the specific position for which you are applying, and make sure to emphasize that those are duties/responsibilities you enjoy (or at least are willing to tolerate). For example, not too long ago I had the biggest interview of my life and was crushing it, right up until I was asked what I found to be the least enjoyable aspect of my current job. I answer and give a little chuckle. Result: blank stare from the interviewer followed by - that is a major component of this job. In my field, this task is a major component of ANY job (dream job included) and EVERYONE hates it (which I why I picked the answer in the first place), but now I'm convinced I blew it. Don't make the same mistake! Best of luck!

Good points, thanks.

[Los Broncos]

Well, it was trial by fire on this interview.

They sat me down with one of their reps to listen in on phone calls.

Then it was a little ten min chit chat, he liked me, i liked him.....i think im in. ;)

[Hotrod]

Well, it was trial by fire on this interview.

They sat me down with one of their reps to listen in on phone calls.

Then it was a little ten min chit chat, he liked me, i liked him.....i think im in. ;)

Congrats !Booya!

[Los Broncos]

Congrats !Booya!

Thanks, the girl i sat in with, i think it was a "he".

I mean, not that theres anything wrong with that.

But if my aunt had a package she would be my uncle.

[Los Broncos]

Talked to my agent, looks like im in, just need official word which may take a day or two.

[orinjkrush]

stay cool. keep the charm goin. send thank you notes to everyone you met with. it will distinguish you from 99% of the others.

[Los Broncos]

stay cool. keep the charm goin. send thank you notes to everyone you met with. it will distinguish you from 99% of the others.

Will do, they are looking to fill six spots and there are four of us on the bubble.

[Los Broncos]

Well, i got the job, pending the background check.

Today was my first day on the job, its a lot to take in.

[Odysseus]

Congratulations.

[theAPAOps5]

So what is the job?

[Los Broncos]

So what is the job?

Working for Black and Decker, Price Pfister phone support.

Mostly just ordering parts for the end users, today is a week.

Going threw training and what not.

[Los Broncos]

Congratulations.

Thanks man.

[Beantown Bronco]

How on Earth did you pass the background check? They must've been bluffing.

[Los Broncos]

How on Earth did you pass the background check? They must've been bluffing.

I'm not a crook! I haven't heard anything on the background as of yet.

[Los Broncos]

So, today was my first day on the phones after a week and a half of training.

I was stressed that it wasn't going to go very well, worked out perfect.

Just have to give it time to learn the product through, things will be just fine.

[worm]

So, today was my first day on the phones after a week and a half of training.

I was stressed that it wasn't going to go very well, worked out perfect.

Just have to give it time to learn the product through, things will be just fine.

So how much is our OrangeMane discount???

[Los Broncos]

So how much is our OrangeMane discount???

70% baby, anything Price PFister.