VABills Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Tell them the URl to your myspace site. Then remind them to have their pre-teen daughter do the same. Oh sorry got you mixed up with meazza for a second. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UConn James Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Normally, I simply say "Because I can walk on water and divide by zero, and I'm humble." WORST question I've ever been asked, by far, was "What are your mission critical skill sets?" I answered: "I leverage my core competencies to create new paradigms." And got the job on the strength of that answer. I thought I was being sarcastic... 691536[/snapback] Worst question I've ever gotten was, "Why do you get up in the morning?" I think now it was meant to be kind of philosophical, but at the time the look on my face was and I had to fight the urge to say, "Usually because I have to pee." I'm doing serious job-hunting and have had some interviews myself in the past couple of months and one coming up this week at the U. Have been self-employed in a construction niche job that I'm not really seeing a future in --- especially w/ rising costs on everything b/c of gas (which is making it too expensive to work, odd as that sounds). Just prepare, know something about the company/organization going in (researching what they're about shows that you actually give a hoot), and be honest. And have a firm handshake; most interviews are decided w/in the first 10 seconds. azjepp, I'll have to take your advice about writing a follow-up.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VABills Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Worst question I've ever gotten was, "Why do you get up in the morning?" I think now it was meant to be kind of philosophical, but at the time the look on my face was and I had to fight the urge to say, "Usually because I have to pee." I'm doing serious job-hunting and have had some interviews myself in the past couple of months and one coming up this week at the U. Have been self-employed in a construction niche job that I'm not really seeing a future in --- especially w/ rising costs on everything b/c of gas (which is making it too expensive to work, odd as that sounds). Just prepare, know something about the company/organization going in (researching what they're about shows that you actually give a hoot), and be honest. And have a firm handshake; most interviews are decided w/in the first 10 seconds. azjepp, I'll have to take your advice about writing a follow-up.... 691602[/snapback] Why would a uconn boy go to Miami? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UConn James Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Why would a uconn boy go to Miami? 691604[/snapback] Bastage! *ptui* *ptui* Miami, VT, Boston College can all go to the drink for all I care. We call the Mecca of College Basketball "the U" in our local parlance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 ajzepp,I'm sending you a PM next time I get an interview because I suck at them. I've always done the thank you letter but rarely follow up after that - I always figured a letter was more than what most people do and anything beyond that would be too pushy. Sure thing....I guess I'm in the weirdo minority, but I love interviewing for jobs. I think the key is just keeping it simple: You figured out what they need, and then demonstrate to them that you are the key to filling that need. I definitely agree with you that most people probably DON'T send anything after the interview - including some of my friends - and I really think that's a big mistake. I guess some people just think they are so memorable that the employer will clearly remember them among the other 50 or more people who interviewed for the position and answered the same exact questions that they did, I think what X.Benedict said was dead-on, too. You don't need to be someone you're not during the process. Being honest and up-front about yourself goes a long way. The last thing you want them thinking about you is that you're putting on a front. I dunno....like CTM said, it's just a message board. But if there's something I can help you with when the time comes, feel free to PM me. I'm always happy to try and help out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catholic Guilt Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 I was a recruiter for Robert Half. Here some "inside" tips to help in your interview process. 1. Give a firm handshake and look the person in the eyes. 2. Dress for success 3. Lean forward and seem interested in what they are saying. 4. Follow up immediately with a phone call or note. 5. Beware the dreaded "what is your weekness" question. It is a trap. (Good call Hockey Sherpa) 6. Have multiple copies of your resume on hand. 7. Make nice with the receptionist and be very nice to everyone in the office. This goes without saying, but you would be surprised. 8. Stand out in the crowd. A great cover letter or unique resume always got a call from me. 9. Be prompt. Arrive 15 minutes early. 10. Be direct in your answers and not wishy washy. Hope these help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Worst question I've ever gotten was, "Why do you get up in the morning?" I think now it was meant to be kind of philosophical, but at the time the look on my face was and I had to fight the urge to say, "Usually because I have to pee." LMAO!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dib Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Tell your prospective employer that you have photos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crap Throwing Monkey Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Bastage! *ptui* *ptui* Miami, VT, Boston College can all go to the drink for all I care. We call the Mecca of College Basketball "the U" in our local parlance. 691605[/snapback] BC's halfway there, at this rate. Our home office is in Boston, in the Charles River. Used to be on the Charles... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UConn James Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 I was a recruiter for Robert Half. Here some "inside" tips to help in your interview process.1. Give a firm handshake and look the person in the eyes. 2. Dress for success 3. Lean forward and seem interested in what they are saying. 4. Follow up immediately with a phone call or note. 5. Beware the dreaded "what is your weekness" question. It is a trap. (Good call Hockey Sherpa) 6. Have multiple copies of your resume on hand. 7. Make nice with the receptionist and be very nice to everyone in the office. This goes without saying, but you would be surprised. 8. Stand out in the crowd. A great cover letter or unique resume always got a call from me. 9. Be prompt. Arrive 15 minutes early. 10. Be direct in your answers and not wishy washy. Hope these help. 691609[/snapback] -- For the "What is your biggest weakness" I have an old standard that I picked up when talking to one of my profs for some job-hunting hints. He said I am "low-key almost to the point of unenthusiastic" and I am always happy when this question comes up, b/c it lets me address something that the interviewer is probably wondering about. I'm a serious, task-driven person. I say that I'm not very excitable or prone to panic, and I think the message and words are what matters (rather than being a bubbly hand-talker, tho I don't say this part). -- 15 minutes is too much; you're "hanging out" in the office and appear too desperate. Five minutes early, more like, even if you just wait in your car for the other ten. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UConn James Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 BC's halfway there, at this rate. 691614[/snapback] Good. Those lying, defecting bastards.... and they're friggin' priests! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramius Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 knock one out before you go so you dont spend the entire interview thinking about banging the hot secretary/worker/interviewer... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackur Posted May 15, 2006 Author Share Posted May 15, 2006 Tell your prospective employer that you have photos. 691613[/snapback] like ur avy and thanks to all Every reply is appreciated regardless if someone does not believe that it helps another. I have this interview thursday and I should be getting contacted about another one soon. Also, I sent out an application today for another position. I will also be sending another one off tomorrow because I found another position I'm interested in on the web just now. All state jobs, so they usually take longer to process for some reason (screening blah and so on). Trying to apply to as many as I can so that I'll have a higher chance of getting hired by one of the agencies. Goodluck to the others who have interviews Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackur Posted May 15, 2006 Author Share Posted May 15, 2006 knock one out before you go so you dont spend the entire interview thinking about banging the hot secretary/worker/interviewer... 691632[/snapback] calms the nerves to ha? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catholic Guilt Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 [quote name=UConn James' date='May 15 2006, 01:45 PM -- 15 minutes is too much; you're "hanging out" in the office and appear too desperate. Five minutes early, more like, even if you just wait in your car for the other ten. [/quote] I disagree. I found it to be a good sign of consideration for my time and they are serious about the job. I wish a had a dime for every interviewer that ran late and wasted my time... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Jim Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 This is the onlly thing I remember liking about how the restaurant industry handled employees. Interviews went something like this: Interviewer: Hmmm, CIA grad. Good. Sous Chef at (insert top rated restaurant's name here). Good. When can you start? Interviewee: ASAP Interviewer: Good be here tonight, bring your knives. Let's see how you do. I'll make my final decision then. It's all about performance under pressure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokinandjokin Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Interviewer: Good be here tonight, bring your knives. Let's see how you do. I'll make my final decision then. It's all about performance under pressure. 691703[/snapback] This sounds very similar to the interview I had when auditioning for my first porn flick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UConn James Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Every reply is appreciated regardless if someone does not believe that it helps another. I have this interview thursday and I should be getting contacted about another one soon. Also, I sent out an application today for another position. I will also be sending another one off tomorrow because I found another position I'm interested in on the web just now. All state jobs, so they usually take longer to process for some reason (screening blah and so on). Trying to apply to as many as I can so that I'll have a higher chance of getting hired by one of the agencies. Goodluck to the others who have interviews 691637[/snapback] I've mostly been applying for listed jobs as well. Tho, I hear from other places about the so-called "hidden job market." I guess the whole frictional unemployment is one of the sh--ty things about how our system operates. I don't apply for positions that aren't open --- what's the use? I'm also wondering about this selective approach rather than the shotgun approach. What's better? Sending out fewer targeted apps vs. sending out resumes willy-nilly, even if only to a few places? I've been looking for a permanent, capital J "Job" for the past year and a half by the targeted method w/o much success. Several job interviews and nothing (tho I was runner-up on the last one in what turned out to be a high-profile spot). I did very well in college and have some moderate job experience, tho mostly in heavy labor b/c that's what I've been able to get (it goes a lot like Chef Jim's example). It's just getting a little frustrating. What is it? Maybe it's the area I live in? Maybe it's the Elvis stamps?. Maybe I'm using fart-scented paper? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackur Posted May 15, 2006 Author Share Posted May 15, 2006 I've mostly been applying for listed jobs as well. Tho, I hear from other places about the so-called "hidden job market." I guess the whole frictional unemployment is one of the sh--ty things about how our system operates. I don't apply for positions that aren't open --- what's the use? I'm also wondering about this selective approach rather than the shotgun approach. What's better? Sending out fewer targeted apps vs. sending out resumes willy-nilly, even if only to a few places? I've been looking for a permanent, capital J "Job" for the past year and a half by the targeted method w/o much success. Several job interviews and nothing (tho I was runner-up on the last one in what turned out to be a high-profile spot). I did very well in college and have some moderate job experience, tho mostly in heavy labor b/c that's what I've been able to get (it goes a lot like Chef Jim's example). It's just getting a little frustrating. What is it? Maybe it's the area I live in? Maybe it's the Elvis stamps?. Maybe I'm using fart-scented paper? 691860[/snapback] Well I only apply to the jobs listed as being vacant. I search the papers of course but my main place to find openings is on my State's job listing site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 What is it? Maybe it's the area I live in? Maybe it's the Elvis stamps?. Maybe I'm using fart-scented paper? 691860[/snapback] What type of job are you specifically trying to get, just out of curiosity? And what is your degree in? When you say you did very well in college, does that mean you have some sort of credential or designation that you can add to the resume? I don't like the idea of putting a g.p.a. on there, but you can bet your ass I've got 'summa cum laude' listed on there. If you haven't already done so, I'd encourage you to include whatever you need to (w/in reason) to illustrate your academic success. You worked hard in school, you have every right to show it, IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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