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Thank You Letters
A thank you letter after an interview is a must. In fact many
employers will not consider you with out a promptly sent thank you
letter.
There is debate on whether you should send an email, note or hand typed
letter. It is better to be safe than sorry and go with the formal hand typed
letter.
As far as email goes it is usually a good idea to email a thank you
(especially in a competitive environment) and follow up immediately
with the "snail mail" version.
Tell the interviewer that you are interested. Name the position you interviewed
for and the date that you interviewed.
Remind the interviewer of any important information you
want to stress. Mention any information regarding your skills
or qualifications you neglected to mention during the interview.
Close by giving the interviewer an approximate date when
you are available for further interviews.
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The Interview
Believe it or not, human nature dictates that we judge
whether we like someone or not within seconds. Do not give someone
an opportunity to pre-judge you. The interview is your chance to
sell yourself.
Everything up and to this point is designed to give a good
impression.
The way you interview will determine whether you get a job offer.
From the moment you walk in, the employer will begin evaluating you on a
variety of levels ... your appearance, your personality and the way you express
yourself, to name a few.
By being prepared, you will project a positive image
that will give you a big advantage over the competition.
1. Dress for Success. Dress appropriately.
2.Attitude Is everything- a good attitude will send you to a new
altitude. It's corny and used, but very true. By preparing as
written above, your attitude and confidence will soar. 3. Be enthusiastic
and smile. 3.Get there early. 4.Completely fill the
application. Consider this your first assignment. Will it be
partially complete? Or complete?
5. By preparing you will have a list of questions. Ask them when
appropriate. One question to ask is, "can you please describe the
job. "
Remember the outcome of many interviews is decided during the first 10 seconds of the
introduction. Make a good first impression! top 6.Zero in on your experience and training
that relates, to the position. Include specific factors that qualify you for the position. Use examples of special
achievements that will help the employer picture you successfully handling the job. 7.If you want the job,
ask for it. One way to do this is to ask the employer, “How do you think my
qualifications fit the job description?” If the answer is positive, say “Great!
When can I start?”
8. Truly find a way to like the interviewer. People like people
who like them. It's human nature. 9.This is a formal setting. Be
formal. 10. The sweetest word in the English language is a
person's name. Use your interviewer's name. Repeat it several times during your conversation. 11.Remember to initiate the handshake – make it
firm. Let the interviewer sit first. Lean slightly forwards as you converse, and put one hand over
the other. 12. Keep eye contact.
13. Get rapport. Keys to getting rapport are:
- Speak clearly
- Listen closely and show interest
- Respond to the interviewer's comments with your facial gestures
, a comment or body language.
- Sit up straight in your chair, lean forward slightly and maintain eye contact.
- Never smoke or chew gum, even if the employer does.
- Always be positive and interview for the offer.
13.Since you’ve written “open” in the space for salary desired, the employer may
ask how much money you’re looking for. Respond by saying, “I’m very interested
in the position and I’d like to earn as much money as I’m qualified to
earn. How much would you offer someone with my qualifications?” If the
employer makes a firm offer and you want the job, accept it on the spot. Never refuse an
employment offer until you’ve had time to think about it and discuss it with
your Interstate consultant. Employer's hire people they like and
that are trainable. Focus on your possible employer's point of view
rather than your own. Thinks about what the employer needs.
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