Congress Collection Interview Tips and Guidelines
The Big Four
Helpful Hints
What to Bring
Helpful Hints:
Teach yourself about the company you are interviewing for and make sure you show sincere interest in the position you have applied for.
Be prepared to ask questions to ensure the company is the right fit for you
Dress appropriately. In order to act professional, you must take the time to look professional.
Come across as friendly and not desperate. Focus on creating a positive personal image for yourself rather than searching for sympathy.
Keep your answers focused and to the point.
Practice, practice, practice! Don't try to memorize answers, but organize your main points and present them logically.
Take the time to say thank you in person, and write a thank you note after the interview to use as a follow-up opportunity.
Prepare for the "What's your weakness?" question. Show how you have overcome these weaknesses. Slow progress is better than no progress.
Pre-interview Preparation
Client research and product analysis
Prepare to communicate value through your prior accomplishments
Find "Hot Buttons"
Unspoken concerns or wishes that the interviewer may have
As the following questions:
What do you see as the greatest challenge for this position?
What qualities do you see as most important for this position?
LISTEN - then match your qualities to interviewer's motivations
Close
Enticing cover letter
Resume must motivate reader to reach out to you
Ask for a second interview - Be bold!