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MY FIRST JOB INTERVIEW...WHAT TO EXPECT WHAT TO SAY...HELP!!?

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SO I'M 16 READY FOR MY FIRST JOB AND MY FIRST INTERVIEW!!! WHAT QUESTIONS SHOULD I EXPECT AND WHAT SHOULD I SAY....WHAT SHOULD I NOT SAY!!!! PLEZE HELP!!

Mitch Kocen
Mitch Kocen

Well, first off, don't panic. Everyone has had a first job interview and everyone remembers what it was like. There are no hard and fast rules on what to do in an interview to make sure you get the job, but there are some things you can do to make sure you don't ruin your chances.

1. Be yourself. You're too young to be looking for a career, but you'll be at this place for several hours every day for the near future. If you pretend to be someone you're not, it might leave you stuck in a job you aren't well suited for or one you'll hate. Interviews aren't just for employers to decide if they want to hire you; you can use them to decide if you want to work there.

2. Don't talk too much. Keep your answers down to 10-15 seconds long. If they look like they want more, give them another 10 seconds. Answering too long will lead you to ramble.

3. No matter how they phrase the question, every interview question boils down to "Can you do this job" and every response you should give is "yes I can, and here is why." Make sure every time you answer a question, you're highlighting why you'd be a good fit for the role.

4. Every job opening is a problem that the company has. Maybe they have more work than they have employees. Maybe they have a task that no one is qualified for. Whatever the reason, make sure you tell them why you can solve their problem. If they never tell you what the problem is, ask. A question like "What do you consider to be the biggest challenge in this role." Then be sure to tell them how you can overcome that challenge with your awesome work skills

5. Always ask questions. The aforementioned "Biggest challenge" question is a good one. Another great one is "What is your favorite part of working here." If they like their job, it immediately puts them in a good mood. If they hate their job, why would you want to work there.

6. Get a business card from everyone and send a thank you e-mail to everyone you talk to. Change the e-mail each time. People will compare notes.

Good luck and remember...Relax!

Tari Lee
Tari Lee

We don't like all capital letters....

Ha M
Ha M

You seem very energetic about this! Well, before I begin, good luck! Expect questions about your background, education, and work ethic. Be super calm and confident, like Obama! When asked a question, be straightforward and give substantial information. Talk about why you want to apply for the job you are applying for. And if you do get the job, be productive and have a high work ethic.

Rinkydink
Rinkydink

You'll be asked questions and you should try and answer with more than 1 word answers. Try to be relaxed and smile and show some personality. When asked if you have any questions you might ask the days and hours you'll be expected to work, how much will you be earning, how to advise them should you not be able to report for work due to an emergency, any rules regarding hair, clothes, jewelry etc.along with any other questions you have. Good luck.

christian
christian

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Martin T
Martin T

I say just be nice and relaxed. be as if you're talking to a friend. respectful.

often they ask why u wanna work here, what are your 3 best and worst features.

they may ask you to about yourself, what u do.

you can tell them you have a passion for .... job (whatever suits), because of blablabla...

you can tell them you wanna do something useful, you're tired of hanging out in the mall

you can ask relevant questions about the company (depends on the job of course. i have asked how many people in my office, is there a lot of noise in the room, what time is work, will there be long nights..). this shows you are interested.


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