As Women At Work's social media
intern, I attended the "Interviews That Win Jobs" Workshop. One of
our most popular workshops, we offer it every few months. Taught by Career
Counselor Mayra Basteris, participants learn and practice successful
interviewing techniques, including:
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what to research, study, and consider before meeting with an employer
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tips for developing positive, clear, and concise answers
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using specific examples from your background to prove your skills and strengths
to employers
Conducted in an easy-to-follow
format with practical exercises, Mayra leads participants through the whole
interview process, from the preparation and practice to the actual interview to
the final follow-up. Unfortunately, many job seekers just wing it at the
interview or do not properly prepare and
practice! Mayra stresses the distinction between proper preparation and
practice in this workshop. She advises participants to prepare for an interview
by writing his/her interview content down and then to practice by themselves
and in front of others. Mayra's best advice to me was that the interview is a
psychological test of the interviewee's ability to handle stressful situations.
That perspective changed my whole outlook on the interview process! She gave
participants tips on how to use the short story technique, his/her
"Personal Inventory", and marketing abilities to his/her best
advantage in the interview. To learn more about these key interview strategies,
sign up for the next "Interviews That Win Jobs"!
Throughout the workshop, Mayra was
extremely positive and approachable. She is willing and happy to answer all
participants' questions. She honestly and whole-heartedly wants to help give
all her clients the best edge possible in their individual job search. Take the
next "Interviews That Win Jobs" on Thursday, October 17 (10:30 am-1:30 pm), to refine your interview
skills and make a huge impact at your next interview!
