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Posted by DJ_Bod on Oct-05-2004 12:16:

I have a job interview today

I have a job interview this afternoon after work. I'm kind of glad that I got a response to all of the resumes I've sent out from Monster, but still, I am a little nervous about having this interview. I just fear that I'll make an arse of myself and won't get the job.

But, if I do get the job, or even a second interview, I will be tremendously excited.

If you've gone through this, how have you calmed your nerves? Alcohol or pot are not options, so please do not suggest them.

Posted by Surreal1221 on Oct-05-2004 12:31:

I make sure I shave my face before the interview. . helps a lot, nerve wise, and appearence wise

Posted by MarathonMan on Oct-05-2004 12:43:

I had an interview last week and got the job!

Make sure you know exactly where it is and how you're getting there so you can allocate enough time to get there so you WONT BE LATE! I was nervous as well but the thing is is to act interested. Lean forwards on your chair, look them in the eye and nod in agreement at the right times! Hope this helps!

Posted by DJ Cinos on Oct-05-2004 12:47:

Those... what are they called, nervousness-decreasing fully legal pills... ehh... Beta-blockers, I think?

Posted by kokanee on Oct-05-2004 13:34:

quote:
Originally posted by MarathonMan
I was nervous as well but the thing is is to act interested. Lean forwards on your chair, look them in the eye and nod in agreement at the right times!

Yeah, always be a few minutes early - just don't show up at the exact time.

Do look interested, but not too eager, you know? And do read up on some history/background of the company you could be working for - it's always nice to bring something up about what they do

Good luck!

kokanee

Posted by DJ_Bod on Oct-05-2004 14:24:

Thanks for the tips guys, I appreciate the help.

In response to some of them:

Yes, I know where it is and how far away it is from my work. I plan on leaving a half an hour before the interview (it's approx. 15 minutes away). That should be enough for any sort of traffic related delays.

And the history of the company is a great idea. I have looked up a few things, I just hope that I can remember it @ the interview.

Still a little nervous, but I'm thinking that this won't be too bad. I mean they called me because they liked my resume, so obviously they must have some interest in me/my qualifications.

Posted by Ian on Oct-05-2004 14:28:

quote:
Originally posted by DJ Cinos
Those... what are they called, nervousness-decreasing fully legal pills... ehh... Beta-blockers, I think?

Beta-Blockers are only available on prescription here and they work by slowing down the heart-rate to make you feel 'calmer'. personally they never worked for me, theres a lot of side effects and it takes 2 weeks minimum to get into your system for a noticable change

Posted by Trancer85 on Oct-05-2004 16:54:

quote:
Originally posted by DJ_Bod
Thanks for the tips guys, I appreciate the help.

In response to some of them:

Yes, I know where it is and how far away it is from my work. I plan on leaving a half an hour before the interview (it's approx. 15 minutes away). That should be enough for any sort of traffic related delays.

And the history of the company is a great idea. I have looked up a few things, I just hope that I can remember it @ the interview.

Still a little nervous, but I'm thinking that this won't be too bad. I mean they called me because they liked my resume, so obviously they must have some interest in me/my qualifications.

Dont forget to be confident when you answer a question.

Think about what to say to trick/difficult questions like these:

-What would you do if you caught your friend stealing on the store?
-Tell me about your pasts.
-How eager do you want this job?
-What do you want to be 7 years from now?
-How do you deal with difficult people?
-How do you handle stress?

When they ask a difficult question i try look as confident and non-stunned as possible and speak with ease and dont studder like ummm and hmmmm, when you're stuck just SHUT UP and think before you speak!!

And remember to answer 2-5 questions at the end when your interviewer asks if you have any questions for him or her. This tells them you're very interested and it's a + and dont forget to smile often and look at the interviewer in their eyes, even though you feel like shit.

IF YOU DO GET A JOB you can buy me ribs, if ya don't i'll smack you on the face....well good luck!!

Posted by Trancer85 on Oct-05-2004 16:55:

Posted by stevebutabi on Oct-05-2004 17:06:

have fun with the interview... the best interview is the one in which the majority of the discussion is not business related.

go with a positive attitude and enjoy yourself

Posted by DJ_Bod on Oct-05-2004 18:26:

2 hours til my interview.

I'm surprisingly relaxed now. a little queasy in the stomach, but I'm sure that I will be fine.

:happy: :happy: :happy:

Posted by smokeape on Oct-06-2004 01:08:

I can't comment. Last job I got was hurry up and get out of Army green so they could hire me back as Army gray. Damn Army! They're working me twice as hard now...

[[[smoke]]]

Posted by Vivid Boy on Oct-06-2004 01:09:

Re: I have a job interview today

Posted by smokeape on Oct-06-2004 01:15:

Re: Re: I have a job interview today

quote:
Originally posted by Vivid Boy
kill yourself.

I would, but it's not authorized!

BWAHAAAHHHAAAA!!!
[[[smoke]]]

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Posted by Pett on Oct-06-2004 05:20:

i got one tommorow morning, maybe i should go to bed.

Posted by speedracer_mec on Oct-06-2004 06:57:

me2

ConocoPhillips Interview

Im a nervous fuck

I sleep now

Posted by DJ_Bod on Oct-06-2004 11:03:

Well, my interview went well. I don't think that I made any critical mistakes. Just a few slips where I had to stop, and recompose my thoughts. They're still interviewing candidates, so I'll find out in about a week or so if I get a second interview.

Hopefully I'll get good news, and will be invited back for another interview.

I got an e-mail from a job shop about another job, so I'll have to call that person back today to see what their job opportunity is all about.

Posted by {b.s.e.} on Oct-06-2004 12:41:

i have one at 1030 this morning. i think i might step out to smoke the second half of this joint. :P

Posted by Slylee on Oct-06-2004 15:22:

what a winner...

Posted by igottaknow on Oct-06-2004 16:22:

Re: I have a job interview today

quote:
Originally posted by DJ_Bod
I have a job interview this afternoon after work. I'm kind of glad that I got a response to all of the resumes I've sent out from Monster, but still, I am a little nervous about having this interview. I just fear that I'll make an arse of myself and won't get the job.

But, if I do get the job, or even a second interview, I will be tremendously excited.

If you've gone through this, how have you calmed your nerves? Alcohol or pot are not options, so please do not suggest them.

the more interviews you go thru the less nervous you get. Dont work yourself up into a frenzy if ur desparate to get the job it will show. arrive early chat with the secretary that will loosen you up and take ur mind off of things especially if she's hot. During the interview visualize your bending the secretary over her desk and fucking her brains out. That will put a smile on ur face and give you confident look just remember not to jerk off while ur doing that. Perspective employers frown on that sort of thing. good luck.

Posted by colonelcrisp on Oct-06-2004 16:26:

take some speed.