The Interviewing Guidebook

The Nature of Interviewing

 

            The Interview Process

            General Interview Structures

            Types of Interview Questions

            Ethical Considerations in Interviewing

 

The Information Interview

 

            Select the Person

            Secure an Appointment

            Prepare Your Questions

            Establish Rapport

            Tape the Interview

            As Open-Ended Questions

            Close and Follow Up the Interview

 

The Employment Interview

 

            Prepare Yourself

            Prepare Your Resume

            Prepare Answers and Questions

            Make an Effective Presentation of Self

            Dress for Interview Success

            Arrive on Time

            Demonstrate Effective Interpersonal Communication

            Acknowledge Cultural Rules and Customs

            Mentally Review the Interview

            Follow Up

            The Lawfulness of Questions

 

Summary of Concepts and Skills

 

Interviewing Exercises

 

            Practicing Interviewing Skills

            Preparing Your Resume

            Writing the Follow-Up Letter

            Responding to Unlawful Questions

 

Interview for Analysis: Displaying Communication Confidence in the Employment Interview

 

Glossary

Bibliography

Appendix: Additional Online Help

Index