EPTAny basic pointers and tips would be greatly appreciated. Just trying to get as many opinions as possible.
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Roffles
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Any basic pointers and tips would be greatly appreciated. Just trying to get as many opinions as possible. + Show Spoiler + | ||
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Condor Hero
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i just went through a job search/interview process this past year. | ||
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SiN]
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On October 11 2011 03:10 Mogwai wrote: damnit, I was hoping this thread would be about these guys: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3t3YAb0-Iwc i thought it was about them too haha | ||
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ymir233
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As for speech clarity, pausing for about .5-3 seconds to gather your thoughts and then say something with an impact is MUCH MUCH better than putting your mouth on automatic and your brain on neutral. And it's ok to say cliche shits if the alternative is just something weird/unbelievable/stupid - just say it in a different manner and be honest about it (AKA give it 'your' twist)...then it'll be fine. | ||
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Roffles
Pitcairn19291 Posts
On October 11 2011 03:34 Condor Hero wrote: what kind of job you looking for ? i just went through a job search/interview process this past year. Not quite sure yet honestly. I've got like 4-5 interviews lined up in all different fields and industries for the next week, so I'm kind of just trying to get a generic sense of what to do/what not to do/etc. General pointers that can work for any type of interview, which I can then use to divulge into field-based specifics. Another question I have is what do I do if the interviewer asks me to describe a situation I've never encountered. Do I just tell them I've never been in that situation or should I attempt to make up something on the fly? | ||
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Mr. Wiggles
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On October 11 2011 03:14 Tatari wrote: Oh god... I read that as cunnilingus... X_X I did too. First the sucking dick blog, and now this!!! O.o Tip 1: Avoid anything that sounds sexually suggestive, or like innuendo. | ||
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mucker
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On October 11 2011 03:39 Roffles wrote: Another question I have is what do I do if the interviewer asks me to describe a situation I've never encountered. Do I just tell them I've never been in that situation or should I attempt to make up something on the fly? You say you've never been in that situation but then describe a different situation in which you solved a problem you hadn't encountered before. | ||
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darklordjac
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On October 11 2011 03:10 Mogwai wrote: damnit, I was hoping this thread would be about these guys: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3t3YAb0-Iwc So was I, so was I... sigh whatever | ||
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Zergneedsfood
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 + Show Spoiler + Though I'm pretty sure that wasn't your intention. | ||
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HardMacro
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eXigent.
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On October 11 2011 03:39 Roffles wrote: Not quite sure yet honestly. I've got like 4-5 interviews lined up in all different fields and industries for the next week, so I'm kind of just trying to get a generic sense of what to do/what not to do/etc. General pointers that can work for any type of interview, which I can then use to divulge into field-based specifics. Another question I have is what do I do if the interviewer asks me to describe a situation I've never encountered. Do I just tell them I've never been in that situation or should I attempt to make up something on the fly? You could open your response with "Had I been in this situation, I would have...." Or "Had this situation ever happened to me, I would have", or "Although I have never experienced such a situation, hypothetically I would..." ETC. | ||
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Condor Hero
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On October 11 2011 03:39 Roffles wrote: Not quite sure yet honestly. I've got like 4-5 interviews lined up in all different fields and industries for the next week, so I'm kind of just trying to get a generic sense of what to do/what not to do/etc. General pointers that can work for any type of interview, which I can then use to divulge into field-based specifics. Another question I have is what do I do if the interviewer asks me to describe a situation I've never encountered. Do I just tell them I've never been in that situation or should I attempt to make up something on the fly? You kind of have to make your own judgments when they ask questions like that (in my opinion, interviewers who follow that format are retarded). Generally, its better to provide an answer, even if you have to make it up, than to say it never happened to you. Remember, when they ask questions like that they are trying to get to know your character better, and if you don't give an answer then you're not telling them anything. You should also make a point of emphasizing how hard it to for them to make good judgments about who to hire based off an hour or two of questioning. Mention how everyone they've met probably has said that they are hard working, career focused, outgoing (everything good basically) but you are different because __________. For me personally, I mentioned how my parents were immigrants to the US and how hard they worked to provide me better opportunities has influenced me to work hard in my life etc. | ||
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MisterFred
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It helps if you remind yourself why it would be a really good idea for them to hire you and really internalize that. | ||
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exShikari
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On October 11 2011 03:29 FinestHour wrote: Wat is cunilingis Oral sex performed on a female. Delicious :D | ||
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jazzyjazz
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S - situation: just a bit of background of the operating environment and what was going on. eg. you worked at a small tech company and you had to work on some project T - task: what you had to do specifically, what was the goal? eg. your boss gave you a project to test out a new product and write a report to him about the findings A - action: what you actually did to accomplish the task. be specific here and be sure to tie in the overall trait they want you to talk about (eg. leadership) R - result: what was the outcome from your action? list your accomplishments, swing your dick out here that's what they want. be quantifiable. eg. finished project 2 weeks ahead of time and discovered 3 faults regarding product previously undiscovered. MAKE SURE to tie in HOW your actions lead to this result. Remember not to talk too much about the situation and task as a lot of people do that. The action and result part is usually the most important. And be quantifiable with your result, eg. increased sales by $50,000. Good luck, recruitment is tough. | ||
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MoonBear
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Also, showing you can uphold commitments and promises is important too. Good luck~! | ||
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BLinD-RawR
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On October 11 2011 10:22 John Madden wrote: I came Roffle! I don't know whats funnier,this thread title or the fact that the sucking dick blog has 69 replies...wait..MIND BLOWN!!! + Show Spoiler + what an unintentional troll. | ||
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shawster
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On October 11 2011 03:10 Mogwai wrote: damnit, I was hoping this thread would be about these guys: + Show Spoiler + http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3t3YAb0-Iwc such a good song | ||
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Nallen
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I would say never bullshit, we can see straight through it and as soon as you walk out the door we'll say 'what the fuck was he on about?' and move along. If you are presented with something you've not done or experienced it's fine to say that, but try and make an intelligent comment on it (don't say 'I dunno' or something just as useless). I would say the most important thing you can do was mentioned last page; take a moment and think about your responses. That doesn't mean sit like a lemon for two minutes in silence while you ponder it just means try and end ensure you're not going to realise halfway in to a monologue you have no idea what your point was. If you need to stall for a second repeat the question back. Don't ramble, make the salient points you want to make and back them up with an example whenever you can. The advice above about action and outcome was good. Try and think about slowing yourself down, you will be rushing due to the nerves. Slowing down will allow you to consider questions and respond thoughtfully and intelligently and help the interviewer to make his or her notes and fully understand you. Prepare a few solid questions about the company or role you are applying for. Try to find out a little more about the company than what is written on the first paragraph of their website (we have to listen to this from pretty much everyone, if you can avoid the same lines as everyone else you will help yourself no end). Good questions show you've thought about what you are interviewing for before you arrived. Oh and clichés to avoid - the greatest has to be "My weakness is that I can be a perfectionist" or anything to that effect. Give that question thought, answering it well is an art. Anyway I hope that helps. Got me away from this pile of CVs for a bit Edit: For the love of god be ten minutes early and smartly dressed. If you're not sure where you're going go the day before and check. | ||
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mizU
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seriously roffles. Seriously. | ||
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turdburgler
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On October 11 2011 03:14 Tatari wrote: Oh god... I read that as cunnilingus... X_X same | ||
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