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Mental_Hernia
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 Posted: 03/23/03 - 11:21 Post subject: Job Interview Tips..
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Ive got a job interview Tuesday and I need some tips as to what Im suposed to do.
Anything in particular I should know about when doing them? Its for Mail Boxes Ect. ( kind of like a mini post office )
The manager is pretty cool from what Ive seen so far, kind of laid back like that.
What kind of stuff should I ( and shouldn't ) I do there?
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Jinu
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Posted: 03/23/03 - 11:29 Post subject:
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i'm gonna try to not laugh :/
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Finigan
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Posted: 03/23/03 - 11:33 Post subject:
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I remember those cheezy f*****g videos they would show us in High School on going to a job interview. There was this one where this hick guy goes in some ripped up jeans his hair wasn't combed and everyone at the store was plugging their nose. I think you should go like that because I thought he was a cool guy.
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Mental_Hernia
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Location: Texas
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Posted: 03/23/03 - 12:04 Post subject:
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| Jinu wrote: | | i'm gonna try to not laugh :/ |
Go to hell
| Finigan wrote: | | I think you should go like that because I thought he was a cool guy. |
Ill think about that; thanks
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Akronn
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Posted: 03/23/03 - 12:32 Post subject:
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Every place is different. I always dress nice, but the only time I actually wore a tie was the only time I didn't get the job.
Oh well... the guy's questions were weird. (Even asked me for my best joke, shows you how serious Chrysler is these days)
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Kaldon
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Posted: 03/23/03 - 12:35 Post subject:
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You should watch Trainspotting for job interview tips.
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Sabathius
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Posted: 03/23/03 - 12:50 Post subject:
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I'm a hiring manager at Hastings. I look for many different things. Eye contact, where you look when I drone on about my company. Fidgeting, are you the kind of person that gets bored easily. Are you dressed nice, khaki pants and a Gap type of collared shirt. Are your answers well thought out, other than saying yeah um..i like boobs...and yer store has lots.
Yes Sir, No Sir, or Ma'am if that is the case. Firm handshake. Always emphasize your strengths. When they ask, and they will ask, what your weaknesses are... make your weaknesses out to be strengths...
Like, I tend to take on too much work. I am always staying late to get things done.
Don't say, I just can't stop staring at titties.
Dress and how they carry themselves is very important. How quickly the answers come is too.
Just go in, nicely dressed, oozing confidence and intelligence, and answer the questions intelligently, and HONESTLY, and you'll be a shoe-in.
Hope that helps.
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Rennol
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Posted: 03/23/03 - 14:22 Post subject:
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Bring a bong to the interview and offer to "get that shit going".
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xammer99
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Posted: 03/23/03 - 14:37 Post subject:
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When I interview folks I look for/do:
1) Are you well groomed? If not then you didn't care enough about getting the job to take the time. So if you did not take the time to clean yourself up a bit, then why should I take the time to hire you?
2) Are you personable? If you can't talk well to me, then I won't hire you well to talk to customers? This one is a bit flexible if you aren't being hired for a customer interation position, though not a lot since I don't want an ass around. So give off positive body language. Lean slightly towards the interviewer, make good eye contact, at least appear to listen attentively, etc... Just give off confidence, but don't take it to arrogance.
3) Are you a can do or can't do person? This one is all about being positive.
4) What hours can you work? If the answer is anything other than "Anything you need" then you are going to recieve black marks, the more depending on how often you say you can't work. If you are only willing to work 1st shift & won't stay late? Then chances are high you aren't going to get it, unless you possess some incredibly good skills. Now, saying what you would prefer is fine, but make it clear you are willing to do other things.
5) Bring a resume and make it a well formmated and attractive one. Yes, you've already sent in a resume, but I might have forgotten to bring it to the meeting, you being johnny on the spot with it is a big plus for you.
6) Be well rested so you don't yawn. 
7) Don't make inappropriate jokes or comments. I learned the lesson the hard way on this one when I hired a guy who'd made an inappoprirate joke in the interview, and later had to fire him for groping a receptionist.
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Fluxus the Rogue
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Posted: 03/23/03 - 16:45 Post subject:
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Confidence. Walk in like you own the place. Ask questions as if you are already hired. Show that you're already thinking "How can I kick ass here and make this a better place.
Confidence. Hands down, the most essential quality to getting any job.
Let us know after you get the job.
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Bobthy
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Posted: 03/23/03 - 17:40 Post subject:
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Interviewing for a job is just your first day in prison.
When you get there, find the biggest guy you can, and knock him the f**k out. Don't even hesitate for a second. Otherwise you're just going to be the b***h. Who wants to hire a b***h? Not me. This will let the interviewer know you're serious, and you'll do anything for the company. Not only that, but it also lets them know that you're a better replacement for the lunchbox drooling all over the floor with his brand-new raccoon-eyes.
Can't fail.
I swear.
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Bait Masterson
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Posted: 03/23/03 - 21:03 Post subject:
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never pull your c**k out on the first interview 
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Occulis
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Posted: 03/23/03 - 21:34 Post subject:
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| Bobthy wrote: | Interviewing for a job is just your first day in prison.
When you get there, find the biggest guy you can, and knock him the f**k out. Don't even hesitate for a second. Otherwise you're just going to be the b***h. Who wants to hire a b***h? Not me. This will let the interviewer know you're serious, and you'll do anything for the company. Not only that, but it also lets them know that you're a better replacement for the lunchbox drooling all over the floor with his brand-new raccoon-eyes.
Can't fail.
I swear. |
holy shit this is the funniest thing i've read in days. did you make that up?
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Mental_Hernia
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Posted: 03/23/03 - 22:10 Post subject:
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Went out today and bought a nice pair of Khakis and this buttoned up cotton shirt ( the crap I honestly cant stand to wear )
What about when it comes to " Tell me about yourself"
Does he want to know about my personal interests ( crap like age, family, how long you live here, what you like to do ) or 'real' stuff that shows you're kind of planning for the future.. Something like courses in school and ideas of college/major(s).
Im trying to figure out how I can incorporate my knowing spanish into it. I dont want him to expect me to speak it fluently if I bring it up, but you have to admit that knowing a variety of phrases/vocab/sentence structures is a lot better than knowing none at all.
Anything like waiting for him to offer me a seat before sitting down?
As for weakness into strength Im aiming towards a perfectionism.. I check, double check, triple check the things I do which may come off as a hassal but it ensures that I do everything correct and that Im not suprised when something isnt done.
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compusmack
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Posted: 03/23/03 - 23:53 Post subject:
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| Mental_Hernia wrote: | Went out today and bought a nice pair of Khakis and this buttoned up cotton shirt ( the crap I honestly cant stand to wear )
What about when it comes to " Tell me about yourself"
Does he want to know about my personal interests ( crap like age, family, how long you live here, what you like to do ) or 'real' stuff that shows you're kind of planning for the future.. Something like courses in school and ideas of college/major(s).
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They want to know how stable your life is. They also want to make sure you do have interests and motivation. Just tell them about hobbies you have (don't say hanging out on realpoor lol) and things you like to do (i.e. working out, sports, social organizations).
| Quote: | Im trying to figure out how I can incorporate my knowing spanish into it. I dont want him to expect me to speak it fluently if I bring it up, but you have to admit that knowing a variety of phrases/vocab/sentence structures is a lot better than knowing none at all.
Anything like waiting for him to offer me a seat before sitting down?
As for weakness into strength Im aiming towards a perfectionism.. I check, double check, triple check the things I do which may come off as a hassal but it ensures that I do everything correct and that Im not suprised when something isnt done. |
You could tell them you've taken some spanish in class, but don't put too much emphasis on it if you don't know it fluently.
Waiting for them to offer you a seat is customary, and courtieous.
Eye contact, firm handshake, confidence. These things often mean more than the details of your qualifications. You have to appear as a competent person with motivation and you should appear easy to get along with. In today's careers everyone has to be a team player, and they don't hire people who don't get along well with others.
Depending on the job you are getting, if it's not a salary job, just focus on appearance and confidence. If the job is a career job (i.e. engineering, scientist, management) be sure to put emphasis relevant experience. Describe your projects in school (show excitement) or describe projects in work that would show your experience related to the job.
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Nictathan
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Posted: 03/24/03 - 01:50 Post subject:
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Thanks guys, good advice as I am looking for a new job currently, hoping I get something good sometime soon and can get out of this rats nest.
One other question, how much emphasis do you as a hiring manager put on a cover sheet for a resume?
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Tamrissa
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Posted: 03/24/03 - 04:19 Post subject:
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try to avoid the nervous goofy laugh, that is killer!
and be prepared for the trick questions, interveiwers love to watch ya squirm on these. keep your cool, pause a moment to think but not too long or ya look like an idiot.
best advice, dont be overly honest!
interviewer says "ok all is looking pretty good so far, one more thing ..."
get ready to be sharp here!
interviewer asks " what would you say your biggest flaw is?"
think first then respond, but dont over do it!
to this i answered "well im a perfectionist so it takes me a little longer to get the job done, but it will be done right the first time round!"
i would have nailed the interview there if i hadnt opened my mouth further and said "oh and im constantly late"
DOH!! /smacks herself in the side of the head
know when to shut up and dont be OVERLY honest! rofl 
~ was the only job interview i ever had that i didnt get the job ~
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Jinu
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Posted: 03/24/03 - 07:20 Post subject:
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could i just point out this is a mailboxes etc. interview?
ok, here it is:
This is, I assume, a low to mid level job. Are you working the counter or what. anyway, don't be too over eager. anyone who's too happy to be workiing at a Mailboxes Etc, can't be all that great.
give the understanding that you understand what you are getting into, and that during your time, you will do the best of your ability, but aren't looking at this as a career option.
if i was hiring for mailboxes, i wouldn't want someone who's just too happy to get an interview.
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Mental_Hernia
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Posted: 03/24/03 - 08:45 Post subject:
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Its a low-mid level job; highschool level job; ya Id pretty much be handling the counter and fetching boxes, helping people copy stuff ( woot ) and maybe learning to work the computer for shipping things out.
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Jinu
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Posted: 03/24/03 - 09:12 Post subject:
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also, don't wear khakis. you know what khakis say? i'm applying for this job in the exact same way as everyone else who's applying for this job. on the other hand, you don't want to over do it. try dark slacks, white shirt and a conservative tie. jacket of some sort can't hurt
don't do wierd things with your hair, or over gel
i haven't been hiring for a long time (i hire english teachers for an international school, but i can smell a stupid resume a mile away, the kind that say "i'm trying to make this s****y resume look better than it really is"
don't try to use fancy words if you were loading boxes on your last job.
keep it simple, and play on the safe side.
pretty much all i can say
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