Game Time

Alright, you've made it to the interview phase, CONGRATULATIONS! Most of the other applicants are home re-reading their rejection letters, but you've made it to the most important part of the "gettin' a job" process.

Take a deep breath, stay calm knowing that you've prepared for this.

Quick list of important stuff

Put yourself in the shoes of the people evaluating you; think about the position you're seeking and what the employer might be looking for; remember confidence, compatibility, capability, and communication.

Go over in your mind the questions and answers that you've learned.

Remember to smile and greet everyone with confidence. 

Employers don't want grumpy people working with them, nor people that are too hyperactive :)

Expect up to 8 questions per half hour of interview, unless there is a written portion of the examination, which will take up some time. So, don't rush your answers, but get to the point. Don't worry about the time, that's the interviewers' job.

If you're going for a technical job, like computer technician, you might expect some type of practical application test, such as component identification quiz or troubleshooting test.

Once, as a part of my interview, I had to review a budget and provide a presentation (with graphics) showing where money could be saved in a department...ALL WITHIN 30 MINUTES!

A wise military man told me once, "Prepare for the worst, hope for the best."

Check out the categories below to make your interview as painless as possible.