OT: Interview - The Orange Mane

ludo21 · 05-03-2006, 12:26 PM

Well I am finally starting to move up in the world.... (literally)

I got an interview to work as an ER tech up in Flagstaff. Wish me luck! I got some inside help with my sis, but I have to nail the interview as my experience in the medical field is zero! But gotta start somewhere!

Any good sites that have good Q & A's?

TY in advance!

Ratboy · 05-03-2006, 12:30 PM

Congrats and good luck on getting the job.

Kaylore · 05-03-2006, 12:31 PM

Good luck man.

Rocket 7 · 05-03-2006, 12:36 PM

Good luck ludo

defenseman · 05-03-2006, 12:36 PM

ENSURE, you refocus the interviewer on two points:
1) What your strengths are AND
2) How they will best fill the position vacant right now.

*Clean shaven, showered, squared away , professional attitude and conduct. You'll be OK, always thank a potential employer for their time. IF they make you an offer, ENSURE you ask how much time you have to respond. Hold them to this...dman

ludo21 · 05-03-2006, 12:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by defenseman

ENSURE, you refocus the interviewer on two points:
1) What your strengths are AND
2) How they will best fill the position vacant right now.

*Clean shaven, showered, squared away , professional attitude and conduct. You'll be OK, always thank a potential employer for their time. IF they make you an offer, ENSURE you ask how much time you have to respond. Hold them to this...dman

thanks, dman!

davidtkd · 05-03-2006, 12:46 PM

http://www.quintcareers.com/interview_questions.html

Body language. Hand shake. You may not get the job in the first thirty seconds, but you sure as h#ll can lose one. Sit up, make good eye contact. Make sure your shoes are in order (no worn heels). Shoes can reflect how well you take care of yourself and thus, how well you will take care of the company. Dress one step above the dress code for the company, if you don't know what it is, call the HR dept. Don't take a seat unless your recruiter (interviewer) invites you to. Study up on the company. Have a set of questions to ask (when will I hear from you? who will I hear from? How will you make contact? phone, email etc).

I could go on and on, but remember that the majority of communication relayed is non-verbal.

best of luck!

Boobs McGee · 05-03-2006, 12:49 PM

Tear it up bro, good luck and give em a nice firm handshake.

Arkansas Bronco · 05-03-2006, 12:54 PM

Constant eye contact and confidence (even if your not at least act like it

).

KipCorrington25 · 05-03-2006, 12:54 PM

Don't whistle on the elevator.

GonzoLays · 05-03-2006, 01:00 PM

Number one, always be yourself. If you try to put on a front, it will mess you up. Secondly, ask yourself if you were the interviewer what would you look for in the applicant?

Major turnoffs for a potential applicant:

1) Bad attitude.
2) Bad appereance
3) Slouching

Major Turnons for a potential applicant:

1) Bright, positive personality
2) Never say die attitude. If you haven't done it before, tell them how quick of learner you are and how much you want the position.
3) Team player. Employers always want employees who are willing to take one for the team and never say "that's not my job."

Basically, make them want to hire you. People generally like nice people with a bright positive attitude. And if the interviewer likes you that can only be a plus.

ludo21 · 05-03-2006, 01:02 PM

Ty everyone, as the interview is next wednesday i got plenty of time to get nervous.

Im excited tho for some change in my life

Getting closer to my homeland Colorado as well

Billy Clyde Puckett · 05-03-2006, 01:19 PM

Good luck Ludo.

Most of the good stuff is listed above. Good grooming, Good body language (eye contact is critical), be confident and relax.

Hulamau · 05-03-2006, 01:30 PM

The eye contact part is very important. Dont stare the guy down, but just make relaxed and focused contact when you are talking and when he is talking to you, like you would when talking to somone you know and respect.

bendog · 05-03-2006, 01:37 PM

flagstaff is wayyy cool

Arkansas Bronco · 05-03-2006, 01:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GonzoLays

3) Team player. Employers always want employees who are willing to take one for the team and never say "that's not my job."

So right on this one. One thing about it if someone is paying you to work for them you do what they ask (within reason of course and i guess union jobs this might not be the case), I feel if you dont want to do what your supervisor asks then you may want to seek other employment.

ludo21 · 05-03-2006, 05:44 PM

ty guys!

Definitely lots of good stuff here!

scorpio · 05-03-2006, 06:33 PM

Start off by telling them you're a huge Broncos fan and won't be able to work Sundays from August until February, and also that you can't be expected to work the Monday following a Broncos loss. Mention that you spend a lot of time on the internet. Emphasize that while you have little to no experience, you are NOT afraid to try new things (on people). Also try to negotiate a 60-minute "window" when you will show up to work each day instead of a fixed time.

I have lots of other tips, but these are the most important IMO.

Good luck!

Broncoman13 · 05-03-2006, 06:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by davidtkd

http://www.quintcareers.com/interview_questions.html

Body language. Hand shake. You may not get the job in the first thirty seconds, but you sure as h#ll can lose one. Sit up, make good eye contact. Make sure your shoes are in order (no worn heels). Shoes can reflect how well you take care of yourself and thus, how well you will take care of the company. Dress one step above the dress code for the company, if you don't know what it is, call the HR dept. Don't take a seat unless your recruiter (interviewer) invites you to. Study up on the company. Have a set of questions to ask (when will I hear from you? who will I hear from? How will you make contact? phone, email etc).

I could go on and on, but remember that the majority of communication relayed is non-verbal.

best of luck!

Great points! To this I have but one to make... MAKE EYE CONTACT. If you're looking all around when speaking, or spoken to, it shows a lack of confidence. I assume you'll probably go before a board, look each of the board members in the eye when you speak. Just b/c one person is asking the question doesn't mean the other interviewers aren't interested in the answer. Oh, and don't forget your posture. Sit at attention, like some have mentioned, body language is everything.

Broncoman13 · 05-03-2006, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arkansas_Bronco

So right on this one. One thing about it if someone is paying you to work for them you do what they ask (within reason of course and i guess union jobs this might not be the case), I feel if you dont want to do what your supervisor asks then you may want to seek other employment.

See, I also used to tell my guys that if they didn't want to do it, their replacement would!

ludo21 · 05-09-2006, 10:32 PM

Tommorow is the big day, im excited.

only thing that sucks is i gotta final at 10, then i gotta drive 2 hours to Flag and interview at 1:45

cutting i close,

wish me luck!

Tyrant · 05-10-2006, 01:40 AM

Make sure to ask how strict the sexual harrasment rules are; after all, what better way to tell your secretary job well done than a nice firm slap on the ass.

Also, make sure to ask what the punishment is for 'borrowing' large amounts of office supplies.

Good luck!

davidtkd · 05-10-2006, 05:47 AM

Go get 'em Ludo!

Arkansas Bronco · 05-10-2006, 08:00 AM

Good luck Ludo

ludo21 · 05-10-2006, 08:59 AM

woohoo, today is here.

woke up a little early, 7, lol. But thats alright, i still gotta study.

05-03-2006, 12:26 PM	#1
ludo21 RIP Darrent Williams Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 17,906 Adopt-a-Bronco: Paul Ernster	OT: Interview Well I am finally starting to move up in the world.... (literally) I got an interview to work as an ER tech up in Flagstaff. Wish me luck! I got some inside help with my sis, but I have to nail the interview as my experience in the medical field is zero! But gotta start somewhere! Any good sites that have good Q & A's? TY in advance!

05-10-2006, 01:40 AM	#22
Tyrant Solid Starter Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 231	Make sure to ask how strict the sexual harrasment rules are; after all, what better way to tell your secretary job well done than a nice firm slap on the ass. Also, make sure to ask what the punishment is for 'borrowing' large amounts of office supplies. Good luck! Last edited by Tyrant; 05-10-2006 at 01:43 AM..

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05-03-2006, 12:30 PM	#2
Ratboy It's all over... ಠ_ಠ Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Okinawa, Japan Posts: 13,276	Congrats and good luck on getting the job.

05-03-2006, 12:31 PM	#3
Kaylore 6-37, Raider fans. Yummy birds and snow! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Ceti Alpha V Posts: 41,050 Adopt-a-Bronco: Wesley Duke	Good luck man.

05-03-2006, 12:36 PM	#4
Rocket 7 Formerly known as Dipso Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Las Cruces, NM Posts: 4,723 Adopt-a-Bronco: Paul Smith 70	Good luck ludo

05-03-2006, 12:36 PM	#5
defenseman Ring of Famer 2007 record pred. (7-9) Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 9,232	ENSURE, you refocus the interviewer on two points: 1) What your strengths are AND 2) How they will best fill the position vacant right now. *Clean shaven, showered, squared away , professional attitude and conduct. You'll be OK, always thank a potential employer for their time. IF they make you an offer, ENSURE you ask how much time you have to respond. Hold them to this...dman

05-03-2006, 12:46 PM	#7
davidtkd Seasoned Veteran Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 356	http://www.quintcareers.com/interview_questions.html Body language. Hand shake. You may not get the job in the first thirty seconds, but you sure as h#ll can lose one. Sit up, make good eye contact. Make sure your shoes are in order (no worn heels). Shoes can reflect how well you take care of yourself and thus, how well you will take care of the company. Dress one step above the dress code for the company, if you don't know what it is, call the HR dept. Don't take a seat unless your recruiter (interviewer) invites you to. Study up on the company. Have a set of questions to ask (when will I hear from you? who will I hear from? How will you make contact? phone, email etc). I could go on and on, but remember that the majority of communication relayed is non-verbal. best of luck!

05-03-2006, 12:49 PM	#8
Boobs McGee I promise to stay alive till the day that I die Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Glendale Posts: 5,015 Adopt-a-Bronco: CassiusVAAAUGHN	Tear it up bro, good luck and give em a nice firm handshake.

05-03-2006, 12:54 PM	#9
Arkansas Bronco Ring of Famer Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Arkansas Posts: 5,237 Adopt-a-Bronco: Ryan Clady	Constant eye contact and confidence (even if your not at least act like it ).

05-03-2006, 12:54 PM	#10
KipCorrington25 Free Safety Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Centennial Posts: 3,050	Don't whistle on the elevator.

05-03-2006, 01:00 PM	#11
GonzoLays Five Tool Poster Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 5,650 Adopt-a-Bronco: #3 DJ	Number one, always be yourself. If you try to put on a front, it will mess you up. Secondly, ask yourself if you were the interviewer what would you look for in the applicant? Major turnoffs for a potential applicant: 1) Bad attitude. 2) Bad appereance 3) Slouching Major Turnons for a potential applicant: 1) Bright, positive personality 2) Never say die attitude. If you haven't done it before, tell them how quick of learner you are and how much you want the position. 3) Team player. Employers always want employees who are willing to take one for the team and never say "that's not my job." Basically, make them want to hire you. People generally like nice people with a bright positive attitude. And if the interviewer likes you that can only be a plus.

05-03-2006, 01:02 PM	#12
ludo21 RIP Darrent Williams Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 17,906 Adopt-a-Bronco: Paul Ernster	Ty everyone, as the interview is next wednesday i got plenty of time to get nervous. Im excited tho for some change in my life Getting closer to my homeland Colorado as well

05-03-2006, 01:37 PM	#15
bendog Marginally Continent David Bowens, he'd be an upgrade Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Folsom Prison Posts: 19,935 Adopt-a-Bronco: David Bowens	flagstaff is wayyy cool

05-03-2006, 01:19 PM	#13
Billy Clyde Puckett Billy=Semi Tough Big Guy Looking down on KC, SD and Oakland Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: between 5,000 and 10,000 feet elevation Posts: 12,665 Adopt-a-Bronco: John Elway	Good luck Ludo. Most of the good stuff is listed above. Good grooming, Good body language (eye contact is critical), be confident and relax.

05-03-2006, 01:30 PM	#14
Hulamau Polynesian Paralysis In the Pocket Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Hulaville and Sedona Posts: 8,035 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eric Decker	The eye contact part is very important. Dont stare the guy down, but just make relaxed and focused contact when you are talking and when he is talking to you, like you would when talking to somone you know and respect.

05-03-2006, 05:44 PM	#17
ludo21 RIP Darrent Williams Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 17,906 Adopt-a-Bronco: Paul Ernster	ty guys! Definitely lots of good stuff here!

05-03-2006, 06:33 PM	#18
scorpio Cubicle Pimp Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 3,498	Start off by telling them you're a huge Broncos fan and won't be able to work Sundays from August until February, and also that you can't be expected to work the Monday following a Broncos loss. Mention that you spend a lot of time on the internet. Emphasize that while you have little to no experience, you are NOT afraid to try new things (on people). Also try to negotiate a 60-minute "window" when you will show up to work each day instead of a fixed time. I have lots of other tips, but these are the most important IMO. Good luck!

05-09-2006, 10:32 PM	#21
ludo21 RIP Darrent Williams Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 17,906 Adopt-a-Bronco: Paul Ernster	Tommorow is the big day, im excited. only thing that sucks is i gotta final at 10, then i gotta drive 2 hours to Flag and interview at 1:45 cutting i close, wish me luck!

05-10-2006, 05:47 AM	#23
davidtkd Seasoned Veteran Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 356	Go get 'em Ludo!

05-10-2006, 08:00 AM	#24
Arkansas Bronco Ring of Famer Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Arkansas Posts: 5,237 Adopt-a-Bronco: Ryan Clady	Good luck Ludo

05-10-2006, 08:59 AM	#25
ludo21 RIP Darrent Williams Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 17,906 Adopt-a-Bronco: Paul Ernster	woohoo, today is here. woke up a little early, 7, lol. But thats alright, i still gotta study.