Tips for Making a Good Impression on an Interview

Boundaries & the Internet

What is posted on the Internet stays on the internet….. forever!

What you post on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram is public domain for all to see

Most potential employers will search your name on social networking sites to look for red flags

Do not post inappropriate pictures of

yourself drinking, partying or with sexual references on Facebook, Instagram, etc

Boundaries & the Internet

How are you branding yourself to your future employer?

A Partier?

Someone who has the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities to do the job (KSA)?

The attributes required to perform a job; generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education or training.

Tips on InterviewingLegal Stuff that you should be

familiar with

Many laws protect you during the recruiting process.

You cannot be discriminated or turned away because of your Age, Race, Gender, Sexual Orientation, Religion, Gender Identity or Ethnicity!

They can say no or turn you away if you are not qualified for the job!

San Francisco Minimum Wage is $9.79 per hourState of California Minimum Wage is $8.00 per hour

Tips on interviewing (Presentation, Dress, Asking questions)

Never be late!

Dress the partDo your homework about the workplace.

See what people are wearing when you fill out the application.

Leave the piercings ,rings, necklaces and other jewelry at home

If you have tattoo’s wear a long sleeve shirt or blouse

Short skirts, plunging necklines, tight or very loose clothing are not acceptable in most workplaces

Tips on interviewing (Presentation, Dress, Asking questions)

Dirty clothes, un-ironed shirts and/or pants/skirts not acceptable in most work places

No T-shirts with slogans

Keep the makeup and/or perfume light or wear none

Did you shower that morning?

Polish your shoes!

Keep your nails short and clean

Tips on interviewing (Presentation, Dress, Asking

questions)

Turn off your phone unless there may be an emergency

Inform the recruiter that you may need to take a call due to an EMERGENCY if it is an dire situation

The interview is a two way processIs an opportunity for them to determine if you are the best candidate for the opening

Is also opportunity for you to determine if you want to work for them

Tips on interviewing (Presentation, Dress, Asking

questions)

Ask open ended questionsWhat qualities are you looking for?

Stay away from yes or no questions as much as possible

Ok to ask work related questions such as:Can you tell me about my co-workers and my future boss?

Why is there an opening?

What is the starting salary?

What are the work hours?

Tips on interviewing (Presentation, Dress, Asking

questions)

Questions that delve into your personal life are never appropriate..

Are you planning on having kids?

Where are your parents from?

Stay away from asking the recruiter questions that delve into your personal life