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Enhance your interview skills with our comprehensive guide to high-performance interviewing. Learn the essential basics, such as proper attire and effective body language, as well as advanced techniques including building rapport, researching the company, and preparing for various interview questions. Discover strategies to make a lasting impression and increase your chances of receiving an offer. With expert insights and practical tips, you'll approach your interviews with confidence and enthusiasm, paving the way for your career success.
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High Performance Interviewing Tom Darrow Talent Connections, LLC
Agenda • The Basics • Beyond the Basics • Q&A
Interview Skills - The Basics • Good night’s sleep • Arrival - 30/10 Rule • Attire • Posture • Eye Contact • Smile
Interview Skills - The Basics Advanced Preparation • Research the company • Research the position • Research the interview
Interview Skills - Beyond the Basics • Goal is to get an offer • Confidence and enthusiasm • Develop a rapport with interviewer • Speak slower and concisely • Listen • Body language
Questions From the Interviewer Four Categories of Questions • Why do you want to work here? • What can you do for us? • What kind of person are you? • What will it cost us to hire you?
Other Questions • Behavioral/Situational questions • Illegal questions • Salary questions • Weakness/development need questions • Job transition questions
Asking Questions • No Questions? • Refer to Written Questions • Ask about the company • Ask about the position • Ask about training
The Two Best Questions to Ask • “You seem happy here and obviously have been successful.” “What do you enjoy about the company?” • “Based upon my experience and accomplishments and our interview today, do you have any concerns that I wouldn’t be qualified for the position?”
Make a Good Last Impression • Wrap-Up • Ask for the Offer • Thank You • Refer Back to Common Interest/Small Talk • Give the Impression You’re Interested and You Feel it went Well • Smile!
After the Interview • Thank you note/e-mail • Follow up • Learn! • Don’t let your expectations get too high • Don’t give up!!
The Five Secrets to Success • Prayer • Preparation • Communicate Trust • Be Content and Confident in Who You Are • Relax