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Purpose:

Practice interviewing via phone or SkypePractice answering common interview questions that have been targeted to a specific job posting. Utilize the STAR method of answering for all behavioral questions.Practice preparing ahead for an interview. You should treat this as if it is a real interview.

Required Preparation: 1) Review all materials on the Interview Module (Interview and Skype pages; Dress for Success Video; Ted Talk on Body Language) and 2) Choose a specific job posting to target for the interview

Preparation before the interview:

Give the interviewer at least 10 minutes to prepare and review the targeted job posting.The interview will be focused on this position. Dress for success. Treat this like a real interview. Bring appropriate documents (resume copies, letters of reference, portfolio, etc.)Videotape and/or record your interview so that you can watch/listen to it afterwards.

1st INTERVIEW  

This will be either a SKYPE or a Phone Interview. Treat it like a real interview. If possible, be sitting somewhere that has a mirror so that you can be looking at it while you answer questions. Add energy to your voice and a smile to your face. Have all necessary job search materials (resume, job posting, company research, answers to common questions) available so that you can easily access them during the interview. This interview must last between 15-30 minutes. Have the interviewer ask all required questions plus he/she can add any follow-up or additional questions that naturally flow with the interview.

Interview 1 -- Required Questions:

1. What jobs have you enjoyed the most?

2. What are your weaknesses?

3. Tell me about a time that you made a mistake. What did you learn?

4. What do you know about our company?

5. Do you have any questions for me?