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单击此处编辑母版标题样式,单击此处编辑母版文本样式,第二级,第三级,第四级,第五级,*,UNIT,申请工作,Learning Objectives,Preparing for a job,interview,Talking about educational,background,qualifications,experiences and special,skills,Writing a curriculum vitae,and a letter of application,Applying for a Job,Speaking Task,Warm-up Practice,Listening Task,Follow-up Practice,CONTENTS,Writing Task,Reading Task,Warming-up Practice,We need to discuss some questions about what we are going to learn in this unit.,Sure,thatll help us understand better about what we are asked to do.,Read the following tips.,Tips for Job Interview,1)Learn about the company.,2)Have a specific job or jobs in mind.,3)Prepare answers to broad questions about yourself.,4)Prepare questions of your own.,5)Practice an interview with a friend or relative.,6)Arrive before the scheduled time of your interview.,7)Make a good first impression.,8)Relax and answer each question concisely.,9)Be positive and enthusiastic.,10)Thank the interviewer for their time and shake hands firmly.,Information you should know about the company prior to your interview:,Organizational structure,Divisions/departments that interest you,Products/Services,Training Programs,Size of company,How long have they been in business,Types of clients,Growth in the past and future potential,Job description&job title,New products and services they are developing,Employee benefits,Geographic location,INTERVIEW PREPARATION,INTERVIEW PREPARATION,Memorize the name of the person who will interview you.Nothing,could be more embarrassing than forgetting their name or calling,them by the wrong name!,Decide what you will wear.,Get a good nights sleep.,Arrive 15 minutes early.This not only shows that you are prompt,it also gives you a chance to gain your composure.Be friendly to the,receptionist/secretary.they often are asked their opinion!,DURING THE INTERVIEW,Start it off like a winner.,Be comfortable.,Listen attentively.,Avoid nervous mannerisms.,Speak clearly.,Be positive and enthusiastic.,Ask pertinent questions.,When it is over,stand up,thank the interviewer for,their time and shake hands firmly.,Be sure to find out the next step.,AFTER THE INTERVIEW,The next day write the interviewer a brief note reiterating your interest in the job.,Follow up.If you havent heard from the interviewer within the time frame indicated at the close of the interview,call them to relay a polite reminder that youre still interested in the job.Ask when they plan to make a hiring decision.,If you arent hired.If you continue to be interested in the company,it pays to keep in touch with the interviewer.Often,through persistence,you may be offered a position at a later date.,Chin Up.Gear up for your next interview.After all the more interviews,you tackle the more polished you become.You may want to,contact the interviewer who rejected you and see if you can,get any pointers on what to improve before your next interview.,THE INTERVIEWERS HIDDEN AGENDA,The following are some typical concerns interviewers have,which you need to address when answering questions.Be sensitive to these concerns,answering all questions in the most positive way to build psychological leverage and position yourself for the offer.,Does the applicant have the ability to do the job?,Can he or she manage people?,How does he or she relate to people?,What kind of a person is this?A leader?,What strengths does he or she have that we need?,Why has there been a number of job changes?,In what areas is he or she weak?How will this affect performance?,What contribution has the applicant made?,What are his or her ambitions?Are they realistic?,Does she or he have growth potential?,How will other interviewers react?,Should this person get an offer?,INTERVIEW DRESSING,DOS,Dress conservatively.,Check out what management wears and dress similarly without overkill.,Practice good grooming.,Do have clean,neatly styled hair.,Do have clean hands and trimmed nails.,Do bring a clean notepad and pen that works.,Do wear shoes you can walk easily in.,INTERVIEW DRESSING,Donts,Dont wear torn,soiled,wrinkled clothing.,Dont dress casual.,Dont wear a lot of jewelry(Men should avoid earrings).,Dont wear athletic shoes.,Dont eat spicy,offensive smelling foods prior to the interview.,Dont wear sexy clothing.,Dont wear cutesy ties(i.e.a flashing Mickey Mouse tie).,Dont chew gum or smoke.,Dont wear a mini-skirt.,Dont wear heavy make-up.,Listening Task,In this part you will listen to a passage and a dialogue about job interviews.Try to finish the exercises while listening.,Are you ready?,1)Why is it suggested that one should concentrate on well-known companies when looking for a job?,Because well-known companies are usually large and,therefore,frequently hire new people.,2)What are the three ways to contact the companies you are applying for?,The first way is to call them up on the telephone.Another way is to write a cover letter and send it to the company with a resume.The third way is to go directly to the company without fi
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