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T28 & T29 - Tutorial 7
This document outlines the agenda and timeline for the final tutorial of the COMM 202 career fundamentals course. It discusses the upcoming mandatory employment interviews, including logistics, expectations, common reasons for failing, and tips for success. Sample interview questions are provided along with explanations of their purpose and best practices for answering each type of question. General interviewing advice is given regarding preparation, appearance, responses, and follow-up. Students are reminded of upcoming assignment due dates to complete the course.
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- 1. COMM 202: Career Fundamentals T28& T29 with Grace Jin Tutorial 7: Farewell & Employment Interviews
- 2. OUR AGENDA FORTODAY 1. Employment Interview 2. Interview Q&A 3. Action Items 4. Final Messages
- 3. THIS WEEK WEEK13 WEEK 14 Final tutorial: Interview questions Optional Interview Stream: Due April 2nd 11:59PM Final lecture: Offer negotiations (Friday Lectures cancelled -please pick a different on to go to) Employment Interviews (20%): -Tue, April 3rd -Wed, April, 4th -Thu, April 5th Informational Interview report (15%): Due April 20th @ 11:59PM on Turnitin COURSE TIMELINE:
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- 5. When: April 3rd,4th, 5th Mandatory items to print: Resume (PRINT) Cover Letter (PRINT) Job Posting (PRINT) Optional items: Padfolio (keep it simple) Pen Research notes *We have a seating area to put your bags, but do so at your own risk* What to Expect? 20% of Grade No print-outs of the mandatory items = Automatic 0
- 6. Be EARLY! –Ideally by about 10 minutes. If you’re not there by your scheduled interview time, you will receive an automatic 0! • Check in with the ”reception” in Birmingham (It is the student’s responsibility to find the check-in desk. There will be signs everywhere so it will be very obvious) • Interview will be exactly 20 minutes with one BCC coach/external consultant/COMM 202 TA (15 minutes interview time + 5 minutes feedback) • Make sure you have your PRINTED documents (resume, cover letter, job posting)
- 7. • Inappropriate physicalcontact • Inappropriate questions • Late for interview • Missing documents (resume, cover letter and job posing) Ways to fail automatically
- 8. Dress Code: Business Formal *We’veseen students wear fancy sneakers - this is NOT acceptable
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- 10. Question # 1 Tellme about yourself What’s the point? • Most common question you’ll get asked during an interview • Can be asked in several different ways -“Tell me about yourself” -“Who is ____?” -“Walk me through your resume” • PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE! (with Interview Stream)
- 11. • Keep itbetween 90 - 120 sec • Brand yourself – give them something to remember you by • Sound natural – don’t sound like you’re reading off a script • Skills & accomplishments – briefly touch on these aspects • Show your passion & authenticity • Provide a well-rounded picture of who you are as a person Question # 1 Tell me about yourself
- 12. Tell your ownstory The Beginning The Spark Growing Interest The Future Why Are You Here? Introduction Realization that this is the right career for you Your formula and how it has helped lead you to this role Where do you see yourself in the future (in 5 years, in 10 years, etc.) How this position ties into it all GOAL: Tell them a story that no one else can replicate and impress them in the first 2 minutes
- 13. • Remember totailor your TMAY to the job • This is one of my least favourite questions, and it will take you time to come up with a TMAY that you’re happy with! Keep working at it Grading Rubric
- 14. Activity Time! 1. Graba partner and swap TMAY stories 2. Allocate 2.5 minutes for story-telling & 1 minute feedback 3. Goal is to convey the story’s elements in a logical way and experiment with finding your formula
- 15. Question # 2 Whatare your strengths? What’s the point? • A way to see if you really know yourself • May also be asked in different ways (listen carefully) • “What can you bring to the table?” • ”Why should I pick you over other candidates?” • “What would your colleagues/friends say about you?” • Around 90 sec • Mention 2-3 (but prep 4-5 in case) • Provide a bit of proof but don’t go too much into detail • Tactfully relevant to the job you’re applying for (look at the job description!)
- 16. • Look fora blend of quantitative and qualitative traits (refer to your skills matrix and/or StrengthsFinder if you need to) Grading Rubric
- 17. Question # 3 Whatare your weaknesses? What’s the point? • A way for the interviewer to see if you are able to identify weaknesses and have a plan in place to improve them • Assess self-awareness and spot red flags • Around 90 sec – 120 sec • Mention 1 (but prep 2-3 in case) -Best to give an example • Talk about weaknesses that would not hugely impair you from doing the job you are applying for
- 18. PSA!!!!!! Avoid clichés “I worktoo much” “I’m such a perfectionist” Flipping strengths into weaknesses “I’m TOO detail-oriented”
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- 20. Question # 4 Tellme about a time when... What’s the point? • To test if you have the necessary skills/experience for the job • To look for your thought process in given situations • Around 2 mins • Demonstrates the skill with the right answer • Doesn’t re-use the same experience too many times • Clear & concise Review Skills Matrix Examine job posting
- 21. Use the STARLFormation S T A R L What position and where were you? What was the challenge you faced? What did YOU do and HOW did you solve the problem? What was the accomplishment and the impact? Link back to the job and why the story is relevant! Another PSA: BE SUCCINCT. Some interviewers will cut you off.
- 22. What’s the point? •Could be industry/job specific… or a surprise! • Random questions that you cannot prepare for • To test how you react under pressure & deal with uncertainty • To see how you think your way through a problem • Tell them what you’re going to do, do it, then tell them what you just did • If it’s a joke question, take it easy and be personable • Stay professional • Don’t panic! Question # 5 Wild Card Questions
- 23. Questions that we’vebeen asked
- 24. Last Part: “Doyou have any questions for me?” Always prepare at least 2 questions! • Avoid asking questions that can easily be found on Google • Do not asking something that has already been addressed in the interview – unless it’s a specific follow-up questions • Always safe to get them talking about themselves – maybe ask something directly related to their job/industry • Example: “What specific traits and qualities do you look for in a successful candidate?” • Another example: “What do you think about the xyz trends in the industry? Do you think they’re just a fad?” *Expected in the employment interviews next week!
- 25. Closing the Interview • Thankthem for their time • Reiterate your interest • End with a FIRM handshake • Ask how you can best follow up • Use their name
- 26. Follow-Up • Send anemail or handwritten card • Reference the interview – something you want to emphasize or something unsaid that you want them to know • Reiterate your interest in the position • Thank them for the opportunity • Reference an answer or insight they gave you during the question period • If you interviewed with multiple people, make sure the follow-up is personalized to each person * Remember the 24 hour rule! *On the day of the mock interviews: We will give you ‘fake’ thank-you cards AFTER your interview. DO NOT expect this in real life! DO NOT send a real email to your mock interviewer
- 27. General Tips • Listento they’re asking Stay alert, don’t be afraid to ask them to clarify • Answer the question Do not beat around the bush • Take your time if you need to “That’s a good question – may I have a quick minute to collect my thoughts?” • Smile & keep up the energy – they’re human too ☺ They want you to do well, so show your personality! • Use a spreadsheet to write down your answers- (don’t take these to the actual interview), practice with your friends, utilize Interview Stream • Interview ends when the interviewer says “thank you” and wraps it up. Mock interview ends when you send in your thank-you card!
- 28. ACTION ITEMS 1. Prepand show up for the Employment Interview (optional Interview Stream assignment) 2. Informational Interview reflection due April 20th by 11:59PM on Turnitin 3. Student Experience Survey: due April 2nd. Go to: https://bit.ly/2GGzZAC 4. Next week: final lecture!
- 29. It’s over! Thanksfor an awesome semester. Good luck on your finals!
Editor's Notes
- #4 Final stretch
- #6 if you have bags, we have a seating area for you to put your bags there. If you want to put your bags there it's at your own risk - As long as it's not Hello Kitty
- #7 When you walk into Birmingham, it's REALLY obvious!!!! 2 tables in an L shape with signs saying "Reception" and there will be signs going to breakout rooms 20 MINUTES EXACTLY - 15 MINS INTERVIEW TIME, 5 MINS FEEDBACK SESSION
- #9 Sometimes you might interview companies that are casual, but err on the formal side Mention not to have fancy trainers on (black sneakers) are not allowed Iron their clothes Wear a tie Guide that we had for the networking session No club wear
- #11 How to practice - Interview Stream Tell students to keep their mouth shut after 2 minutes (90 secs) Some interviewers tell you to stop talking
- #13 Life formula
- #22 Give an example of how you would answer the question - keep it succinct Regardless - need to have elements
- #27 *They don't need to bring their own cards, we will provide you some *Don't send us an email for this (this is a general slide for the future) * How this translates into your mock interview: they get a card AFTER interview with a table for paper and pens - don't actually do this in real life
- #28 Interview Stream - Mock interview ends when you send in your thank you card - until interviewer says thanks