Cracking the Job Interview Code - Randall's ESL Cyber Listening Lab
Summary
TLDRThe video script offers valuable advice on preparing for a job interview. It emphasizes the importance of researching the company and understanding its culture through social media and the company website. Interviewees are advised to prepare for common questions, such as 'tell us about yourself' and 'what is your greatest weakness,' while also being ready for unexpected, probing questions that may distinguish them from other candidates. The script also cautions against speaking negatively about previous employers and suggests that interviewees should have more than just superficial answers. It further discusses the types of questions candidates can ask the company, including inquiries about benefits and job specifics. Finally, the script touches on the appropriate attire for an interview, which can vary based on the industry, and the potential need to adapt personal style, such as hair color, to fit company expectations.
Takeaways
- 🔍 Research the company before the interview to avoid embarrassment and understand the company culture.
- 📚 Follow the company's social media and website to get a sense of their values and work environment.
- 👔 Dress appropriately for the industry and company culture, formal for business roles, casual for others.
- 💼 Prepare answers for common interview questions such as 'tell us about yourself' and 'what is your greatest weakness'.
- 🚫 Avoid speaking negatively about previous employers during the interview.
- 🤔 Be ready for unexpected and probing questions that help you stand out from other candidates.
- 📈 Have a clear idea of your career goals and how you see yourself contributing to the company in the future.
- 🗣️ Prepare thoughtful questions to ask the company, focusing on benefits, work environment, and company culture.
- 🤓 If asked about current reading, be honest or ready with a recent book you can discuss.
- 🧑💼 For benefits-related questions, it's best to inquire about them later in the interview process.
- 🎨 Consider company policies on personal appearance, like hair color, and be willing to adapt if necessary.
Q & A
Why is it important to research the company before a job interview?
-Researching the company is crucial as it helps you understand the company culture, its values, and what the job entails, which prevents embarrassment from lack of knowledge and allows you to tailor your responses to align with the company's expectations.
How can you get a sense of a company's culture?
-You can get a sense of a company's culture by following their social media accounts, visiting their website, and looking at the benefits they offer. These sources can give you clues about the work environment, such as whether it's formal or casual.
What are some typical interview questions and how should one prepare for them?
-Typical interview questions include 'Tell us about yourself,' 'What is your greatest weakness,' and questions about your work history. You should prepare by having thoughtful, concise answers to these questions that highlight your skills and experiences relevant to the job.
Why is it important not to speak negatively about a previous employer during an interview?
-Speaking negatively about a previous employer can create a poor impression as it may indicate a lack of professionalism and discretion. It's important to maintain a positive and respectful tone when discussing past experiences.
What is the significance of being prepared for unexpected questions in an interview?
-Being prepared for unexpected questions shows that you can think on your feet and adapt to new information. It also demonstrates your genuine interest in the role and your ability to provide thoughtful responses under pressure.
How can you stand out from other candidates during an interview?
-To stand out, you should be prepared with probing answers that go beyond superficial responses. Show your unique value proposition and how you can contribute differently to the company compared to other candidates.
What should you do if you are asked about a book you're currently reading but you can't remember the title?
-If you can't remember the title of a book you're reading, it's better to be honest about it rather than making something up. You can mention the general theme or what you like about the book to show your genuine interest in reading.
What type of questions should you ask the company during the interview process?
-You should ask insightful questions such as what benefits are offered, what a typical day looks like, and what employees enjoy about their job. Avoid asking trivial questions that can be answered with a quick search online.
When is it appropriate to inquire about job benefits during the interview process?
-It's best to inquire about job benefits in later stages of the interview process or after you've received a job offer. Early interviews should focus on demonstrating your qualifications and understanding the role.
How should you decide what to wear to a job interview?
-The appropriate attire for a job interview depends on the industry and company culture. For formal business environments, dressing in business attire is recommended. For creative or less formal industries, business casual might be appropriate. It's always better to err on the side of being more dressed up.
What should you consider if you have a unique personal style, like blue hair, when preparing for a job interview?
-If you have a unique personal style, research the company's policies on appearance. Be prepared to address any concerns about your style during the interview and show willingness to adapt if necessary, while also expressing your comfort with your appearance.
Outlines
📚 Researching the Company and Preparing for Interview Questions
The first paragraph emphasizes the importance of researching the company before the job interview. It suggests understanding the company culture by following their social media and checking their website to get a sense of the work environment. The discussion also covers preparing for common interview questions like 'tell us about yourself' and 'what is your greatest weakness,' and advises against speaking negatively about previous employers. It highlights the need to be ready for unexpected and probing questions that can help distinguish a candidate from others. The paragraph also touches on the importance of not forgetting the name of the company you're interviewing with and having more than just superficial answers prepared.
🤔 Asking the Right Questions and Interview Attire
The second paragraph focuses on the types of questions a candidate should consider asking during the interview process. It advises against asking trivial questions and instead suggests inquiring about benefits, especially health insurance, which is crucial in the United States. The paragraph also recommends asking about a typical day at work and what current employees like about their jobs. It discusses the importance of dressing appropriately for the interview, depending on the industry, and how personal style choices, such as hair color, might be addressed with potential employers. The speaker shares a personal anecdote about changing hair color for a job and the potential pitfalls of doing so.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Job Interview
💡Company Culture
💡Interview Questions
💡Work History
💡Probing Questions
💡Book Mention
💡Superficial Answers
💡Interview Questions for the Company
💡Benefits
💡Professional Attire
💡Personal Grooming
Highlights
Research the company you're applying for to avoid embarrassment and understand the job and company culture.
Get a sense of the company culture by following their social media and looking at their website.
Prepare answers for typical interview questions such as 'tell us about yourself' and 'what is your greatest weakness'.
Be cautious not to speak negatively about your previous company during the interview.
Be prepared for unexpected questions about your future role and vision in the company.
Stand out from other candidates by answering probing questions thoughtfully.
If asked about your current reading, be ready with a genuine answer or a book you can confidently discuss.
Have more than just superficial answers - be knowledgeable and able to speak in depth.
Prepare thoughtful questions to ask the company, such as about the job role, company culture, and benefits.
Ask about benefits, especially health insurance, but avoid asking in the first interview.
Inquire about what a typical day looks like and what current employees like about their job.
Dress appropriately for the industry and company culture, formal for business roles, casual for others.
Consider company policies on personal appearance, such as hair color, and be willing to make adjustments if necessary.
When changing hair color, be aware of potential color shifts and choose a stable color.
The importance of knowing the company's name you're interviewing with to avoid awkward situations.
Questions about resolving conflict and how you handle stress are common in interviews.
Tailor your interview attire to the company's dress code and the role you're applying for.
For unconventional appearances, like blue hair, find out company policies and be proactive in addressing potential concerns.
Transcripts
okay Aubry in this video I want to talk
about how to prepare for a job interview
there are certainly different ways to do
that the do's and the don'ts your
thoughts on this
yeah so I guess an important thing is to
research the company that you're
applying for because
you don't want to show up and not know
anything
because that's embarrassing you need to
know what job you're applying for and
what the company culture is when you say
company culture I think that's an
important Point could you elaborate on
that yeah so you can get a general idea
of the culture by following their social
media by taking a look at their websites
what they have as benefits
obviously you're not going to have a
complete picture of what that looks like
and until you've worked there
but you know based on what they have on
social media what they have on their
website you might get an idea of okay
are there more business casual do they
is it a formal environment
you know things like that
okay and those are great ideas what
about questions what are some things
that you should really consider before
going to the interview questions you
might be asked and questions perhaps you
should ask
yeah so as far as things that you're
going to be asked there's always the
typical ones like tell us about yourself
what is your greatest weakness
so be prepared to have all of those
answers lined up
pretty generic pretty generic uh you're
gonna be asked about your work history
and if you're leaving a job they'll
probably ask you why
okay and don't trash your previous
company well I think that's really
important I think people sometimes you
know don't turn off their filter you
know they they just you know just talk
about things that they really should be
more measured about
one thing to remember in an interview
and this did happen to me one time
um is what company you're interviewing
with on that particular day
I had an interview and I was doing a
mock training where I was talking to a
client a client and it was like oh hey
this is Aubry from
what company am I am
training with oh no uh I'm here to call
you about your training
but it was very awkward because I
couldn't remember what the company's
name was
and I think also you should be prepared
for unexpected questions for example I
might ask someone if you were to join
this company what position or what role
do you hope to play in the next two to
five years oh yeah yeah that's a that's
important one yeah yeah where do you see
yourself in five to ten years that's a
common question yeah I mean you know
people are anticipating as you mentioned
what are your strengths what are your
weaknesses how do you resolve conflict
and so forth but I think companies are
really going to ask more probing
questions especially if they know they
have 52 other people how are you going
to stand out what are you going to do
differently than the 51 other people
that are applying for the job exactly
and if someone asks you what book you're
reading because you said you like to
read just make something up because
that's another thing that happened to me
I forgot what book I was reading no I I
would make things up I would probably
say you know what I've read a number of
different books because if they catch
you
if they catch you in that small micro I
think it's more important to say you
know what
um that's really good what is that book
I was reading recently well I can't
remember that I mean I would say
something certainly you want to mention
because it's like they're like oh what
are you reading right now and I'm like
it's a book
it has a name
it's about yeah
I was just listening to it in the car I
don't know what it's called and I think
the other thing is you really have to
have more than just superficial answers
in other words you know a lot of times
people can say anything for five minutes
but then you better know something you
have to be able to say things
um let me ask you what about questions
that you could ask the company because
sometimes people get caught flat-footed
uh oh oh I get a chance to ask and
rather than just asking you know how
many hours am I gonna work and you know
these really trivial type of questions I
think people should be more prepared to
ask questions and what type of questions
you think people could ask
yeah so it depends on what stage of the
interviewing process you're at
um like one thing that was important to
me and I didn't bring this up in an
initial interview but
is what benefits are offered especially
here in the United States where health
insurance is part of your employment
package because otherwise health
insurance is
way too expensive and healthcare is
expensive in this country so you know
what are my benefits what kind of health
insurance is offered
um what are my options there is Vision
included is Dental included those are
things that are good to know but I
wouldn't ask them in the first interview
good point
like what does a typical day look like
that's a good question yeah that's fair
uh what do you like about your job is a
good question so we've talked about
these questions let me let's wrap things
up by asking this
what should you wear and not wear I mean
I'm talking about clothing about
hairstyles about earrings about whatever
how should you go into that particular
interview
yeah so that's also going to depend on
like what industry you're interviewing
for
um and whether it's more formal you
definitely want to wear something nice
like don't just wear your street clothes
but if you're interviewing like for a
business job you might be more formal
than if you're interviewing for
something else like if you're
interviewing for a restaurant you might
dress differently like if you're
interviewing in a medical field you
might wear scrubs you know it just
depends okay and what about you you have
blue hair yeah so how would that impact
if you were looking for a new job how
would you approach that
um so I'd probably find out what the
company policies are and whether or not
I can even have blue hair okay um but it
might be something I address at first
it's like hey you know my hair is
currently blue is that going to be okay
should I change my hair like I'm
perfectly willing to change my hair
color you know just put that out there
one time when I was looking for jobs I
did go from Blue to back to Brown
although I do want to let you know if
you do want to go from Blue to Brown it
might turn green okay so be careful with
that one yeah well thank you Aubry for
sharing some insights and thoughts on
how to prepare for a job interview
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