Interview Tip(s)

[katyon6th]

I'll start with:

Don't bring your children with you to an interview. Ever.

[Sunshine]

Don't bring your iPod with your earphones in your ears.

[spurs_fan_in_exile]

I'll start with:

Don't bring your children with you to an interview. Ever.
Sounds like there might be a story to tell with this one.

As far as real tips go, be early, smile, keep your answers between 30 and 75 seconds long, and make sure your socks match.

[katyon6th]

My boss told me about this one time when he interviewed a lady who was in her mid 40's that brought her daughter with her ... who was 19.

What the hell people?

[peewee's lovechild]

If it's not going well, and you think that they're not taking you seriously, don't call them Yack-fuckers.

That never goes down well.

[Sunshine]

Don't text message during your interview.

[katyon6th]

Don't respond to the question "How are you?" with:

I'm ready to leave. I didn't know this was going to take so long.

Seriously? Well, you can leave. I don't need to interview you. I didn't say that but I sure wanted to.

[SpursWoman]

Don't wear too much, if any, perfume/cologne.

[Ed Helicopter Jones]

Double shot of peppermint schnapps prior to the interview helps shake off the jitters while leaving your breath "minty fresh".

[katyon6th]

Don't hit on the person interviewing you. Telling the interviewer they're cute isn't acceptable either.

[florige]

Don't hit on the person interviewing you. Telling the interviewer they're cute isn't acceptable either.


Somebody hit on you didn't they??

[jman3000]

ive been hit on by a interviewer before... but it was a dude and it wasnt cool.

[peewee's lovechild]

Don't hit on the person interviewing you. Telling the interviewer they're cute isn't acceptable either.

I like it when the wimmens tell me that.

I usually hire them type of wimmens.

[samikeyp]

Never open your shirt and say "does your health plan cover this?"

:lol

[peewee's lovechild]

ive been hit on by a interviewer before... but it was a dude and it wasnt cool.

Liar.

You loved it.

[peewee's lovechild]

Never open your shirt and say "does your health plan cover this?"

:lol

Especially the pants.

Never the pants.

[Condemned 2 HelLA]

Is brandishing a firearm during an interview still frowned upon?

[samikeyp]

Seriously though...

when applying for a job in the travel industry and you are asked if you have travel experience, never say "oh yeah, I have traveled lots of times"

[samikeyp]

When asked what you like to do for fun, never say "I just likes to get my drink on"

[katyon6th]

Somebody hit on you didn't they??

Honestly, I've had a few who wouldn't stop calling me after our interview. Creepy, yet really damn annoying.

There was this one time a lady left a voicemail on our general mailbox saying "Tell that lady in your office named Katy that she's a homewrecker and to leave my husband alone!"

Oh, Jesus. That got a really good laugh in the office. We saved it and play it from time to time when we're feeling down.

[jman3000]

katy is a hooch.

i agree with that lady.

[SpursWoman]

If you're a woman going to an interview, keep your tits in your shirt and links to your naked internet porn to yourself. You can't always be sure it's Jimcs that will be interviewing you. :lol

[florige]

Honestly, I've had a few who wouldn't stop calling me after our interview. Creepy, yet really damn annoying.

There was this one time a lady left a voicemail on our general mailbox saying "Tell that lady in your office named Katy that she's a homewrecker and to leave my husband alone!"

Oh, Jesus. That got a really good laugh in the office. We saved it and play it from time to time when we're feeling down.


You must really be a looker then.

[katyon6th]

You must really be a looker then.

Not to discount my good looks or anything but I meet with several people a week. Plus, I'm really nice.

[Slomo]

I... You can't always be sure it's Jimcs that will be interviewing you. :lolAlthough the odds are pretty good :lol

[samikeyp]

You must really be a looker then.


I can vouch for Katy. She's a cutie. :tu

[BacktoBasics]

I once handed an app to a guy and he handed it back and asked me to fill it out for him because he couldn't read or write.

[katyon6th]

I once handed an app to a guy and he handed it back and asked me to fill it out for him because he couldn't read or write.

Wow, I've never had that one happen to me. There have been several people bring in people with them to fill out their paperwork, though.

[stretch]

Don't face fuck the person interviewing you.

[florige]

Not to discount my good looks or anything but I meet with several people a week. Plus, I'm really nice.



yeah, yeah, I don't care how nice a woman is, if she doesn't look nice I won't bother flirting with her. Especially on something as important as a job interview. I'm already nervous enough as it is when I go on those things.... :lol

[peewee's lovechild]

I want Katy to interview me.

I would face fuck the hell out of her.

Then, I would ask for the real thing.

[ashbeeigh]

:lmao katy, why did you not start this when I need a job?

[florige]

:lmao katy, why did you not start this when I need a job?


I thought you already found a job?

[ashbeeigh]

I thought you already found a job?

needed was the key word.

[katyon6th]

:lmao katy, why did you not start this when I need a job?

Well, if you ever decide you want another job, refer to this thread.

[mrsmaalox]

Someone once told me they wouldn't hire anyone who released a "meat fart" ! I guess I understand.

[j-6]

What a good day for this thread...

When I say wear slacks and a polo, please don't wear a shirt with the golden arches on the sleeve. Please listen to my explanation when I tell you that "Fuck the Pain Away" isn't an appropriate incoming dialtone for a job seeker's cell. Four months is not "good tenure". Never list your mom as a professional reference.

Don't bring your Whopper and fries into the lobby when you're waiting for an interview, even if you are fifteen minutes early. Set your effing Myspace profile to private so I don't have to explain any references to sex, drugs or rock and roll to a prospective employer when I'm helping you hide those in the first place. Every third person doesn't have car trouble causing cancellation of an interview, so don't be surprised when I call bullshit.

OK, I feel better. Carry on.

[katyon6th]

Jack, I know you and I can go on forever with this thread.

:elephant

[katyon6th]

When responding to job ads, if a specific requirement is listed and you don't have that requirement, don't bother. No, it's not okay to apply for a Physical Therapist job when you're a Massage Therapist. Really, you don't qualify.

[florige]

What a good day for this thread...

When I say wear slacks and a polo, please don't wear a shirt with the golden arches on the sleeve. Please listen to my explanation when I tell you that "Fuck the Pain Away" isn't an appropriate incoming dialtone for a job seeker's cell. Four months is not "good tenure". Never list your mom as a professional reference.

Don't bring your Whopper and fries into the lobby when you're waiting for an interview, even if you are fifteen minutes early. Set your effing Myspace profile to private so I don't have to explain any references to sex, drugs or rock and roll to a prospective employer when I'm helping you hide those in the first place. Every third person doesn't have car trouble causing cancellation of an interview, so don't be surprised when I call bullshit.

OK, I feel better. Carry on.


I haven't been on an interview in a long time, but the last interview I had was before a panel of 4 decorated police officers including the captain. Lets just say that prior to the interview food was the last thing on my mind. But even before then I never even thought about doing any of the crap that you guys have listed.... :lol If it was a job I really wanted I always made it mandatory that I wore a suit. And thats saying alot because I can't even stand wearing those preppy polo shirts to be honest.

[Pistons_In_7]

Katy how much? I have U.S. dollars...

[katyon6th]

Katy how much? I have U.S. dollars...

U.S. dollars no good.

[Thunder Dan]

When I saw this thread I thought of a scene to a movie or show...but for the life of me I can't think of it. He gives the tip to his friend that during an interview you have to be the one asking the questions and take control of the interview. In the movie/show it goes horrible, but I think the person still gets the job. I don't think it's The Office, but it might be.

Anyone know what show I'm thinking of? I can't get it for the life of me

[florige]

When I saw this thread I thought of a scene to a movie or show...but for the life of me I can't think of it. He gives the tip to his friend that during an interview you have to be the one asking the questions and take control of the interview. In the movie/show it goes horrible, but I think the person still gets the job. I don't think it's The Office, but it might be.

Anyone know what show I'm thinking of? I can't get it for the life of me



I can't think of the one you are talking about, but I do remember the scene in White Castle when Kumar was on the interview with the Doctor and his cellphone went off and he answered it. Then he went on to talk about getting stoned and finding some pussy. All this during the interview... :lol

[Jimcs50]

Do give a web site of your modeling pics, some that show a hint of your large breasts.

:)

[Melmart1]

It's been a long time since I have been on an in-person interview. As a remote freelancer everything is email and occasionally phone. But the last time I did, the thing that stood out to me was the way others in the waiting area were dressed. Sandals, shorts, shirts not tucked in, sneakers. It was crazy. Do people still dress this casual?

[baseline bum]

My boss told me about this one time when he interviewed a lady who was in her mid 40's that brought her daughter with her ... who was 19.

What the hell people?

Sounds like a movie I've seen. She got the job.

[katyon6th]

It's been a long time since I have been on an in-person interview. As a remote freelancer everything is email and occasionally phone. But the last time I did, the thing that stood out to me was the way others in the waiting area were dressed. Sandals, shorts, shirts not tucked in, sneakers. It was crazy. Do people still dress this casual?

Unfortunately, yes. I have a funny story about the way people dress on their interviews, actually. I met with an Accountant who came dressed in a pant suit to our interview. After meeting with her and corresponding with my client about her, we decided to have her go meet with them. She wore a pant suit to that interview as well but my client told me they looked down at her shoes and noticed some other material hanging out from one of her pant legs that resembled pajama pants. WTF? Apparently this young lady didn't have time to take off her pajamas before putting on her suit? She didn't get the job.

[Ed Helicopter Jones]

Do give a web site of your modeling pics, some that show a hint of your large breasts.

:)

/werd!

[PM5K]

I have to disagree with the job qualifications part, I've been hired for jobs I wasn't totally qualified for, I'd have to imagine for one of two possible reasons:

1. I'm a good bullshitter
2. They needed people

And these weren't crappy jobs either.

Just my .02

[angel_luv]

It's been a long time since I have been on an in-person interview. As a remote freelancer everything is email and occasionally phone. But the last time I did, the thing that stood out to me was the way others in the waiting area were dressed. Sandals, shorts, shirts not tucked in, sneakers. It was crazy. Do people still dress this casual?


Yes and it drives me crazy.

Another pet peeve I have is people who come in to fill out an application but do not bring a pen.
My parents taught me to go to apply already prepared to interview- i.e. dress nice and have a resume on hand.

Tip to add to the list:


Be prepared to answer a random question.

I remember my manager at the Terrace Club asked me," What do you want to be when you grow up?" ( Even though I was already 22 :lol)
I told him I wanted to be Buck Harvey.

[Silver21_Black20]

I have to disagree with the job qualifications part, I've been hired for jobs I wasn't totally qualified for, I'd have to imagine for one of two possible reasons:

1. I'm a good bullshitter
2. They needed people

And these weren't crappy jobs either.

Just my .02

I agree. I just got hired for a position I wasn't completely qualified for.

[SrA Husker]

Research the company beforehand. Know exactly what they do, and ask questions based on what you find out.

*!*!*!*! Visit the company the day before the interview. Take a note of how long it takes you and how bad traffic gets. Check out the parking situation in case you have to park 10 minutes away. Based on what you figure out, walk in the office at least 10 minutes early 100% ready to roll.

[katyon6th]

I have to disagree with the job qualifications part, I've been hired for jobs I wasn't totally qualified for, I'd have to imagine for one of two possible reasons:

1. I'm a good bullshitter
2. They needed people

And these weren't crappy jobs either.

Just my .02

My comment about qualifying for a job was mostly situational. For most of the positions I staff, there are specific requirements I have to adhere to. But of course, if I'm looking for a Graphic Designer that needs 5+ years of print and flash design experience and the most awesome designer who would fit in perfectly with my client comes in and only has 1 year experience, I'm definitely going to consider them for the position.

[katyon6th]

I want Katy to interview me.

I would face fuck the hell out of her.

Then, I would ask for the real thing.

I missed this through all of the awesome interview tips.

Totally unacceptable.

[Steve Irwin]

if i remember correctly katy is a hawty

[Fillmoe]

Is asking for head acceptable?

[j-6]

I have to disagree with the job qualifications part, I've been hired for jobs I wasn't totally qualified for, I'd have to imagine for one of two possible reasons:

1. I'm a good bullshitter
2. They needed people

And these weren't crappy jobs either.

Just my .02


I can't stress this enough.

If you're a bullshit artist, please spend at least an hour researching what you think you'll be talking about in a prospective interview. I'm going to strangle the next douchebag I talk to that's saying they've gotten every job they've ever applied for. That means that your arrogance is going to prevent you from getting hired because you couldn't be bothered to get some info on a company that you hope will sign your paycheck.

And if you have to think about if you're a bullshitter or not, then you're not.

[katyon6th]

I have to disagree with the job qualifications part, I've been hired for jobs I wasn't totally qualified for, I'd have to imagine for one of two possible reasons:

1. I'm a good bullshitter
2. They needed people

And these weren't crappy jobs either.

Just my .02

Oh, and another thing... if a company is hiring you just because you think they needed people, that doesn't say much about you and it also doesn't say much about the company. I imagine you're still not working at any of those companies?

[Johnny_Blaze_47]

I can give one tip tied to previous posts that I used in my last job interview.

If you research the company and see the words they use to describe themselves, A) make sure you know what the hell they mean and B) drop the word at least once in a proper answer. Don't overkill it, once or twice is good.

Funny story about that same interview. I dressed business casual (no tie) to the interview and the interviewer (who would end up being my boss since it's a 2-man operation) was wearing the exact same color shirt, slacks and shoes as I was.

[MoSpur]

Always look them in the eyes.

[j-6]

Jack, I know you and I can go on forever with this thread.

:elephant

It's not even noon and I've already awarded my Stupid Fucker of the Day Award.

A candidate I had in Denver this morning kept yawning throughout his interview. Showed up on time, but looked rumpled and a little bleary-eyed. It's an 8 AM appointment, it happens.

When the client asked if he was OK about a third of the way in, the candidate said yes and they kept going. Client then notices that the candidate kept one of his hands stuffed between his hip and the side of the chair the entire talk. So the client finally asked the guy what's wrong with his hand. Turns out that he still had the stamp and the bracelet on from whatever club he went to the night before.

[Dex]

It's not even noon and I've already awarded my Stupid Fucker of the Day Award.

A candidate I had in Denver this morning kept yawning throughout his interview. Showed up on time, but looked rumpled and a little bleary-eyed. It's an 8 AM appointment, it happens.

When the client asked if he was OK about a third of the way in, the candidate said yes and they kept going. Client then notices that the candidate kept one of his hands stuffed between his hip and the side of the chair the entire talk. So the client finally asked the guy what's wrong with his hand. Turns out that he still had the stamp and the bracelet on from whatever club he went to the night before.

:lmao What a douche. It's funny that he tried to play it off the whole time, which caused you to finally call it out.

I guess Beno's looking for a new line of work?

[j-6]

Take off your goddamn Bluetooth headset before interviewing with the Director of Operations of a hundred million dollar company, douchebags. You don't look cool and a $40 piece of equipment from Motorola dangling off the side of your empty fucking melon doesn't shift your sorry ass into the mover and shaker category. It was bad enough that the receptionist and the other people in the lobby had to watch you talk to yourself for the last twenty minutes.

[katyon6th]

I haven't had any good stories lately, I'm really disappointed. Mostly just people showing up late or having their cell phones turned on. Boring stuff.

I think Bluetooth headsets in general are pretty lame. I mean seriously, you're really not that important.

[PM5K]

Oh, and another thing... if a company is hiring you just because you think they needed people, that doesn't say much about you and it also doesn't say much about the company. I imagine you're still not working at any of those companies?

I always figured it was because I am good at interviews, but I was putting a list of guesses for other possible reasons, incase I've overestimated myself, and that would certainly make sense.

I'm currently self employed.

;-)