| With the current state of economic affairs in the | | | | needs/requirements? |
| United States and other countries being what they are, | | | | These are 5 examples of questions you may be |
| jobs are hard to come by. If you are fortunate enough | | | | asked in an interview:o Why are you leaving your |
| to be granted a job interview, don't arrive unprepared. | | | | current position? Why did you leave your last |
| There are many aspects to interview preparation, but | | | | position?o Why should I hire you? What makes you a |
| an area often overlooked is interview questioning. This | | | | better candidate compared to the others?o How does |
| particular part of an interview is twofold. You must | | | | your experience qualify you for our vacancy?o What |
| anticipate questions a hiring manager or recruiter might | | | | are your strengths and weaknesses?o How well do |
| ask you as well as have questions you should ask. | | | | you adapt to change? |
| To better prepare answers and questions for your | | | | Five interview questions for you to consider asking:o |
| interview, it is best to evaluate the company, the | | | | How did this position become available?o What |
| position, the responsibilities and your own interests. | | | | accomplishments would you like to see within this |
| Take into consideration the level of experience | | | | role?o When would you ideally like to have the position |
| required. Is it an entry level, mid-career, management or | | | | filled?o How long has this position been open?o When |
| executive position? Are you qualified for the position | | | | can I expect to hear back from you? |
| based on your experience or education? The best | | | | There will always be a chance a recruiter or hiring |
| way to determine what questions should be asked | | | | manager will ask questions you're not prepared to |
| during your interview, is to identify information required | | | | answer. Don't panic. Remain calm and give your best |
| to make your decision before accepting an offer. | | | | possible answer. Interviews can be nerve wrecking, |
| What do you want and for what do you qualify? | | | | but they don't have to be disastrous. Your appearance, |
| Here are factors to consider when applying and | | | | grooming, attire, communication skills, eye contact and |
| interviewing for a new position:o Is the position in your | | | | punctuality all factor in how you will be perceived. |
| field of expertise or industry?o Are you changing | | | | Once in the actual interview, remain confident while |
| industries? If so, are your skills easily transferred into | | | | conversing. Asking good interview questions shows |
| the new position?o Is the location acceptable based on | | | | preparation, interest in the position and/or company |
| your current lifestyle, i.e., childcare or transportation?o Is | | | | and that you've done your homework. Usually you will |
| growth important to you and if so, is this a possibility | | | | be asked questions first and then given the opportunity |
| for you with this company?o What healthcare and | | | | to ask your own questions. Never reply you don't have |
| financial benefits are crucial to you?o Do you know | | | | any questions unless they were answered during the |
| the salary range for the position and does it meet your | | | | overview process. Good luck and stay encouraged. |