Research an organization that you would like to work for and either find or imagine a suitable vacancy in the organization.

Prepare for an interview for the position you have identified following the advice provided in Table 16.2. Provide answers to each of the bulleted points in the table and share them with your instructor.

Table 16.2:

Transcribed Image Text:

Tip Prepare your material. Prepare your space. Practice your answers. Talk on a landline if possible. Schedule the interview. Dress for a business meeting. Answer your phone professionally. Maintain good posture. Compensate for the lack of visual nonverbal signals. Finish each answer in a definitive way. Speak clearly. Write down essential information you get during the interview. End on a positive note. Details Have these materials on hand: . Your rsum Any correspondence you've had with the employer Your research notes about the company The job description Note cards with key message points you'd like to make and questions you'd Bke to ask Arrange a clean and quiet space to be during the interview. As much as possible, avoid distractions from pets, other people, television, music, and other audio and visual interruptions. Call a friend and rehearse your answers to potential questions to make sure you're comfortable saying them over the phone. If your mobile service isn't clear and reliable, try to arrange to talk on a landline As much as possible, schedule a time when you can be in your prepared space, safe from interruptions. You don't need to go full out, but don't wear sweat pants and a T-shirt. Dressing up sends a signal to your mind and body to be attentive and professional. Say "Hi, this is to let callers know they've reached the right person. While your job search is active, answer every call from an unknown caller as if it's a potential employer. Whether you sit or stand during the interview, good posture will keep you alert and keep your voice strong. You can't use facial expressions or hand gestures for emphasis, so make sure your voice is warm, friendly, and dynamic. Smile frequently-it changes the sound of your voice and lifts your mood. Don't trail off and leave the interviewer wondering whether you're finished. Remember that the interviewer can't see you; your spoken words have to carry the entire message. Don't rely on your memory for important details such as arrangements for a follow-up interview. It's fine to pause and ask, "May I take a moment to write this down?" No matter how you think the call went, thank the interviewer for the opportunity and say you look forward to hearing from the company.