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Common sense tips for your next Interview

Common sense tips for your next Interview:


Being prepared for interviews can remove much of the anxiety associated with a job search. Following a few simple rules will create an environment conducive to a productive interaction.


Phone Interviews:


It is not uncommon for the first step in the interview process to be a phone interview.

1. Try to set the meeting such that you have a land line available. If this is not possible, make sure the phone is fully charged and that you will be in an area with good cell coverage.

2. Pick an environment with no distractions. You should be just as attentive to the interviewer as you would be face-to-face.

3. Often times, phone interviews have the same substance as in-person interviews. Be fully prepared to discuss your background and successes and to ask quality questions about the company and opportunity.

4. The interviewer cannot see you so make sure that you show interest and enthusiasm with your voice and don’t appear flat or uninterested.

5. Ask to meet face-to-face and have your calendar handy.


In-Person Interviews:


1. Arrive early and bring a hard copy of your resume including references.

2. Wear appropriate business attire.

3. Research the company and know who will be participating in the interview and their role within the organization.

4. Try not to focus on your needs. Be most concerned with the interviewer and meeting their needs. There will be plenty of time to determine if this is a position you want.

5. Whether you are leading the interview or mostly listening, be engaged. If you’re not speaking keep good eye contact, smile, nod, and keep your energy up.


Lunch or Dinner Interviews:


Do not forget that this type of interview is a business meeting in a social environment. Order foods that can be eaten without difficulty and won’t interfere with the conversation, and avoid alcohol.


Final Thoughts:


Whether you want the job or not - always thank the interviewer for their time and tell them you look forward to the next step.


About the Author

During his career in human resources and recruiting, Tony Perry has been placing top long-term care talent in the healthcare industry for nearly 20 years. His firm, Executive Search Solutions, is one of nations leading senior care recruiting firms. Check out his BLOG and
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Comment by Cynthia A Weaver on June 28, 2010 at 10:54am
Good blog on preventing pressure sores. The points you make are right on the money. Educating staff is key - if they don't know why they are doing something they are more inclined to "short-cut" around it. Verbal in-services are great if they are listening, but a few don't seem to be able to learn that way. Practical lessons may be the answer for those who can't. Have them physically perform the task and do so repeatedly in differing scenarios while being observed. Then to monitor their progress, spot- check their care. If still resisting the correct way to do whatever task it is, have them re-do the practical step again with a one-on-one to ascertain the root cause of their resistance. The first line in the prevention of pressure sore development is the CNA, so we need to be absolutely sure they know how to do that.

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