Interviewing Tips

So, you are now preparing for your interview.  Most likely you are very nervous about this step in your job acquisition process.  Join the club!  Most people get nervous about interviews; however, the tips below may help you to outshine your competitors!  Good luck!

Interview Overview

To begin, click on the video above from Rockland Community College to learn about some Basic Interview Skills. 

Dress to Impress

Your clothes are the first impression a potential employer has of you.  Be sure you give him/her the right impression!  Watch the short video above for some tips on dressing to impress.

When you are finished, here are a few more websites with some tips for dressing your best:

Forbes -- 10 Tips for Dressing for a Job Interview
Men's Interview Attire
Women's Interview Attire
Article from Monster Job Services

The Interview

What should you do before, during and after the interview?  Click on the video above to watch Harvard Career expert, Linda Spencer, share some valuable information that will help you do it right!

Here are some more links where you can gather additional tips for the interview:

Minot State University -- Check out from "Job Interview Information".   Great tips!
RU Ready ND -- After registering, this page offers an opportunity to practice a variety of interview questions.
Monster Job Service -- What are some interview questions?  Look no further!  
California Career Café -- Tips, video, and a checklist. A must for better understanding interviews!
Thank you Notes! -- Dont' forget them!
  

     Mock Interviews             Interview Questions & Answers

It's important that you practice interviewing before you do it for real!  The team at MALC can help you.  We will interview you and evaluate your performance.  Contact MALC and set up your appointment today!
Want to hear a few good answers to typical interview questions?  Here are a some videos to get you started.  Click on the pictures above to view.  The last one gives tips for interviewing at specific U.S. businesses.

The last step in your journey toward that perfect job is knowing what skills are necessary to maintain your job.  What skills are employers looking for?  How can you grow in these skills in order to be the best employee that you can be?  Click on the button below to learn more about what is popularly known as "soft skills".