Mastering the Interview

This course is currently available as E-Learning, or a private instructor-led class scheduled to suit your availabilty. You can click here to inquire further or you ask us for recommendations on similar classes.

Recommended Prerequisites

• Getting Your Job Search Started
• Creating a Dynamite Job Portfolio

Course Overview

The interview is one of the key elements of the job search process. As with any skill, we can get better at it with preparation and practice. In this course, participants will explore how to prepare for an interview and become familiar with the types of questions to expect, as well as the questions they should think about asking. They will learn how to prepare for second interviews, testing, and shadowing, as well as how to follow up on their interview sessions.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the different types of interview questions and how to prepare to answer them
• Apply the most effective ways to prepare for an interview, including how to present yourself professionally
• Express yourself effectively
• Know how to ask for feedback following an interview

Course Outline

1. Course Overview
2. Understanding the Interview
3. Planning for the Interview
4. The Informational Interview
5. Types of Questions
6. Ready for Questions
7. Preparing Interview Questions
8. Getting Ready
9. Question Tips
10. General Tips
11. Live and In Person
12. Unwinding for the Interview
13. Common Problems and Solutions
14. Best Intentions
15. Making Connections
16. Phase Two
17. What to Expect After the Interview
18. Being Told “No, Thanks”
19. Practice Makes Perfect
20. Sealing the Deal
21. Job Offers
22. Resignations
23. Getting What You’re Worth
24. Negotiating Tips and Tricks
25. Keeping Perspective
26. Personal Action Plan
27. Recommended Reading List
28. Post-Course Assessment