The everything job interview book all you need to make a great first impression and land the perfect job - Darlington, Joy (Adams Media, 2008)
Previous edition: published as by Bob Adams. Holbrook, Mass.: Adams, 2001
pt. I. Job interview strategies. 1. Developing a strategy : Defining your goals ; Career tests ; Recruiters/career counselors ; Job-seeking techniques ; Creating your resume ; Cover letters ; Applying your strategy -- 2. Pre-interview planning : Interview research ; How to find the information you need ; Internet research ; Practice makes perfect ; Mock interview -- 3. Interview day : Dress for success ; Pre-interview preparations ; Ten ways to ace an interview ; Ten ways not to win an interview ; Ready, set, go! -- 4. The first defining moments : Time of arrival ; Waiting for the interviewer ; Introducing yourself ; Starting off on the right foot ; Set a tone ; Your first interview probably won't be your last -- 5. Getting down to business : Making a lasting impression ; Showcase your knowledge ; Answering questions ; Preparing your own questions ; Illegal questions ; Ending the interview -- 6. After the interview : Saying "thank you" ; Anatomy of a letter ; Following up ; Press on ; Taking "no" for an answer ; Securing a second interview -- 7. The job offer : Do you really want this job? ; Will you be comfortable in this job environment? ; Will this job help your career? ; How do you negotiate a fair salary? ; Are you happy?
pt. II. Types of interviews. 8. Traditional interview types : Structured versus unstructured interviews ; Informational interviews ; Phone interviews ; Screening interviews ; One-on-one interviews ; Group interviews -- 9. Alternative interview types : Professional portfolio interview ; Shadow interview ; Case interview ; Performance-based interview ; Videoconferencing interview ; Lunch interview ; Stress interview ; Computer-assisted job interviews
pt. III. Interview questions you may be asked. 10. Skills and experience -- 11. Job and culture compatibility -- 12. Interpersonal skills -- 13. Problem-solving ability -- 14. Enthusiasm and motivation -- 15. Creativity and leadership skills -- 16. Professionalism -- 17. Your accomplishments -- 18. Career goals and personal interests -- 19. The abominable zinger -- 20. Special situations : Students and recent graduates ; Career changers ; Re-entering the job market ; Re-entering the job market after being laid off or fired -- Appendix: Sample job interview questions
No matter how good your resume looks on paper, you won't get the job until you ace the interview. That critical one-on-one interview is your best chance to showcase your skills-if you make a good impression. In The Everything Job Interview Book, 2nd Edition, you'll learn how to do just that-from what to wear and when to arrive, to closing words and what to write in a follow-up letter. You also get the inside scoop on how to: Calm pre-interview jitters; Research potential employers; Formulate specific questions; Avoid common mistakes; Answer tricky questions about salary and experience; Keep tr