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SECTION 4: INTERVIEWS

How to manage an online job interview?

Use your desktop or laptop, but not your phone.
Do the test run with your interview device.
Choose a clean, quiet, and well-lighted space.
Eliminate distractions.
Dress up like you would for a face-to-face interview.

How to get a “plus” in the interviewer’s view

At the end of your interview, smile and thank the people involved for their time. Your attitude
determines your success.

Follow up after the interview!

Send a thank-you letter.
Follow-up: after 3 days to 1 week (email or call)
If you take the job, do not be shy about negotiating a salary.
If you did not get the job, get feedback on why you did not get the position and stay positive.
Reflect on what went well and what did not go well to improve for the next interview.

E. Common Interview Questions

What are your strengths?
What are your weaknesses?
Why are you interested in working for [insert company name here]?
Where do you see yourself in 5 years? 10 years?
Why do you want to leave your current company?
Why was there a gap in your employment between [insert date] and [insert date]?
What can you offer us that someone else can not?
What are three things your former manager would like you to improve on?
Are you willing to relocate?
Are you willing to travel?
Tell me about an accomplishment you are most proud of.
Tell me about a time you made a mistake.
What is your dream job?

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