Monday, November 5, 2007

You Tube Interviewing videos

I watched three videos on You Tube that I felt were excellent to prepare applicants for interviews. All three videos were by Rich Alexander from SellyourSmarts.com.

The first video I watched was: Job Interview Bootcamp- 5 Basic Steps to Prepare for an Interview. This video listed five important steps to take while preparing for an interview. These steps included:
1. Conduct research on the company
2. Tailor your accomplishments
3. Know who you will be talking too
4. Plan and prepare what to wear
5. Take materials with you (resume, references, and any questions you may have)

The second video I watched was Job Interview Bootcamp- Executing the Interview. This video described ten steps to follow to execute the interview:
1. Arrive early
2. Know about the position
3. Listen carefully to questions
4. Always be positive
5. Tailor your resume
6. Delay salary requirements
7. Make the interview a conversation
8. Know what the next steps are after the interview
9. Complete your notes
10. Send a follow-up letter

The third video I watched was called Job Interview Bootcamp- Interviewing Strategy. This video described two things an applicant must understand about the interview process.
1. It's all about the equal exchange of information in the interview. Ask well thought out questions.
2. Understand what interviewer is looking for. For ex/ Can you do the job, Can you do the job for that company, and Do you fit.

All three of these videos were informative and to the point.

Interviewing Questions

1. What interests you about this job?
2. What can you contribute to this company?
3. What are your goals for the next five years?
4. Describe some examples you have had with team work.
5. What experience do you have?
6. What would you like to know about this company?
7. What are your salary requirements?
8. Why are you leaving your job?
9. How do you work under pressure?
10. What two or three things would be most important to you in your job?