SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS MIJO MIRKOVIC RIJEKA, CROATIA

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Job Interview

a job interview is a conversation between the candidates for the job and the employer

during the interview, the employer grades the candidates behaviour and answers

it usually lasts for 30-40 minutes, and it’s necessary to be prepared and feel comfortable, so the results can be better

Top ten interview questions

1. How would you describe yourself?

2. What major challenges and problems did you face? How did you handle them?

3. What are you passionate about? 4. Where do you see yourself in five years?

5. Why do you want to work here?

Top ten interview questions

6. What do you know about this company?

7. Why do you think you’re qualified for this job?

8. Do you have any questions about the company?

9. How high do you want your sallery to be?

10. What will you do if you don't get this position?

Advice regarding proper behaviourduring a job interview

Make a good first impression

Show confidence

Keep a positive attitude

Maintain eye contact

Watch your body language

Nonverbal communication

don’t be late!

make sure you’re dressed professionally

shake hands during the introduction and remember the name of the employer.

appear professional and attentive during your job interview

Nonverbal communication

make eye contact

smile and nod

be polite and keep an even tone to your speech

don't slouch

do relax and lean forward a little towards the interviewer so you appear interested and engaged

don't lean back

What to bring to the job interview

Portfolio or pad holder  with a copy of your resume and a list of references on quality paper

Work Samples

Notepad, Pen

Breath mint

Women: extra pair of pantyhose

What NOT to bring to a job interview

Cell phoneiPodGumCigarettesCandySoda or coffeeScuffed shoesIf you have lots of piercings, leave some of your rings at homeCover tattoos

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