Phone Interview Tips

# A phone interview can be intimidating, especially if you're more comfortable and confident in a face-to-face setting. However, many companies now choose to interview over the phone because it is less expensive and takes less time. A successful phone interview can be a stepping stone for an in-person interview. Follow a few basic rules to increase your chances of a successful phone interview.
Be Prepared
# Have your resume and cover letter printed and in front of you, in case the employer references these documents during the interview. Also, prepare and even rehearse talking points and highlights regarding the professional experience outlined in your resume. Have a pen, paper and calender handy as well.



Make sure you have a room to yourself. Ask your friends, spouse, or kids to leave the room so you can have a quiet, stress-free space. Use a land line phone if possible, since cell phone reception can be unpredictable.
Research the Company and Position
# Find out as much as you can about the company to which you're applying. Learn its objectives, specialties, and whether it has a mission statement. You don't have to spit these back to the employer verbatim, but it will give you a foundation to discuss the company intelligently. Also, figure out how you fit the job you're applying for. Outline the experiences you have had personally or professionally that will help you succeed in the position.
Communicate Clearly and Effectively
# Don't eat, drink or chew gum during the interview. When you speak, do so slowly and clearly. Let the interviewer do most of the talking, and don't interrupt.



WorkTree.com recommends that you elaborate on your answers, instead of sticking with simple "yes" or "no" responses. Remember that you are marketing yourself as an employee, so take every opportunity to do so. If you are prone to humor, be aware that you can't be seen. Without body language and facial expressions, humorous lines often don't translate over the phone.
Leave a Strong Impression
# When the interview concludes, thank the interviewer for the opportunity, express your interest in the company and restate why you would be a good fit for the position. Write down the interviewer's name so you can remember it if there are next steps in the interview process.


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Campus Interview Tips

# Interviews are a little more than just showing up, even if they were arranged by your campus career  center. An on-campus interview with a company or organization is sometimes less intimidating because you find yourself on your own turf, but you should still think of it as seriously as you would any other interview. Coming in prepared and ready with plenty of resumes in hand will help you stick out from your fellow co-eds.
Research
# It is always a good idea to spend about some time before the interview researching the institution you are interviewing for, whether it is a potential employer or a college. You will want to know what kind of institution it is (for profit or nonprofit), what field it is in and to whom the organization caters. You will want to convince the interviewer you fit into their mission and goals, but you cannot do that unless you have a clear understanding of what the company's mission and goals are.
Practice
# You cannot predict what the interviewer will ask, but you can practice answers to the typical questions that interviewers ask. More likely than not, the interviewer will ask some type of variation on these standard questions. Do not practice for memorization purposes, however; giving panned, memorized answers will not impress the interviewer. Do practice poise and speaking clearly and confidently.
Dress Appropriately
# Even though the interview is on campus, that does not mean you can go dressed in the same clothes you would wear to a typical class. At a minimum, dress business casual. This means dress shoes, a blouse and a skirt or dress pants for women, and a dress button-up top and slacks for men. To look like you really mean business, step it up a notch and wear a suit.
Be Honest
# This means, first of all, admitting to not knowing the answer to a question if you do not. An interview is in many ways like an orientation. It is okay if you do not know everything. Furthermore, Yale University suggests asking for clarification if you do not understand something that was said.
Pace Yourself
# Many people feel the need to rush through an interview and end up talking lightening fast. Yale University says to pause after a question is asked and think about it before answering. There is no reason to hurry through an interview, even if you are restricted on time. A well-thought-out answer will be better than something you stumble through in a hurry.
Be Positive
# This means that you should not speak badly about anyone you have worked with or any past employers. This is a huge faux pas in the interview world. Secondly, Eastman School at Virginia Tech recommends avoiding having a negative attitude. This means not being afraid to talk about your positive traits.
Thank the Interviewer
# Of course, thank your interviewer as you leave, but follow up by sending a thank you note. Yale University says this also shows that you are interested in the position, and it will also help you stand out from the rest of the applicants.


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Tips for an MBA Job Interview

# After obtaining a bachelor’s degree in business  or a related field, many graduates decide to pursue a master of business administration or MBA. An MBA gives graduates more management and business skills, as well as the opportunity for a higher salary, according to the website jobinterviewquestions.org. Business schools will review grade point average and Graduate Management Admission Test, or GMAT, scores on applications before deciding to grant an MBA applicant an interview.
Background
# Schools conduct interviews with MBA applicants so staff can meet a prospective student in person. The meeting gives school administrators a chance to see a person’s interpersonal skills rather than just their academic information. According to IvyLeagueAdmission.com, business schools interview candidates to determine their marketability, to recruit “outstanding” prospective students away from competitor schools, and to promote their programs personally. Some schools may make the interview portion of the application process worth as much as 35 percent in the ranking process.
Preparation
# Once you have secured an MBA interview, you need to prepare. Confirm your interview and make sure you have the right directions. Generally, schools conduct one of two types of interviews: a remote interview or school visit. A remote interview is usually conducted by an admissions committee member. While it is cost-effective for a student not to have to visit a school, a visit is a good opportunity to interact with people at the school and meet more than one representative, according to ivyleagueadmission.com. Find out who conduct your interview and research that person's background. Learn as much about the school as possible: For what is it known? For what companies do graduates work? Try to plan out the day of your interview so you can see other areas of the school, including the library, computer area and classrooms. Send a copy of your resume to each person you are scheduled to meet with a week before the interview. You should still bring your resume with you on the day of the interview.
Interview Dress & Questions
# Men and women both should wear a formal, well-fitted, conservative suit to the interview. Don’t wear excessive perfume, make-up or jewelry. The interviewers will most likely ask you questions about the information in your file, so make sure you are familiar with your grades, essays and any research in your file. Questions for the interview will most likely center around your family and outside interests, professional and leadership experience, career goals and business knowledge, previous education, and your reasons for applying for admittance at the school. Interviewers may also ask questions about current events, so be prepared.
Interview Answers
# Keep your interview answers to about four to six sentences for each question. Do your best not to answer any questions with only a “yes” or “no.” You can talk about your achievements and accomplishments, but mention others who helped you achieve those feats. Make sure to remain calm throughout the interview. According to ivyleagueadmissions.com, interviewers will ask questions that are meant to test your ability to handle conflict. Listen carefully throughout the interview, so you don’t ask a question in the end that was already covered. Direct any questions you have at the end of the interview to the appropriate person, research any questions you plan to ask, and only ask about topics for which you really want more information.


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Job Interview Tips for Education

An interview is one of the most important parts of just about any job search. For jobs like education, which require working with a large number of people, including co-workers and students, a one-on-one interview is usually the best way to tell if someone who looks good on paper is the right candidate for the position.There are a number of tips that can help you distinguish yourself from other applicants.

      General Interview Skills
   1. Everyone can benefit from learning a little about interview skills. For instance, not everyone knows how to dress to an appropriate level of professionalism and express themselves clearly and effectively in speaking. Simply having good general interview skills like keeping direct eye contact, occasionally smiling and answering questions directly and without a lot of hesitation can distinguish a person above other, less interview-savvy applicants. The ideal interviewee is generally serious, but friendly and adjusts his or her voice and attire to the specific position to which he or she is applying .
      Avoiding Generalizations
   2. Very often in the course of an education interview, the applicant is asked a question about any additional qualifications they may have. A common pitfall is listing general characteristics, like being friendly and good with people over more specific ones, like remaining calm in a crisis and being able to say something several different ways. Employers want to get a sense of how a person will fit into their school, and listing qualities that would be helpful to have in the specific position being applied for is a good way to distinguish yourself. Use examples of other educational situations you believe are relevant, whether in setting, occurrence or type of student. Avoid making general statements about how the school operates, as each administration works differently and tends to pride itself on those subtle differences.
      Appearing Interested
   3. Perhaps the most important interviewing skill for anyone going into education to master is asking relevant questions to appear interested in the school and its student body. Many people do not realize the importance of having good questions to ask the interviewer. In fact, if two teachers are equally qualified, the job will usually be given to the one who seems more interested in the position. Employers like to know that potential workers recognize the subtle, but important, differences between educational environments and tend to hire the person who appears most interested in figuring out these differences for themselves. Questions about student demographics, curriculum and school policies are often highly relevant and display to a potential employer that the interviewee is engaged and interested in the institution.



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