Designed for Federal job applicants, this high-impact course teaches you the art of interviewing for government jobs. We will teach you how to prepare for an interview and provide in-depth responses to the most common interview questions. You will apply interview etiquette and prepare quality application packages for rating panels. Then practice through multiple mock interviews to learn how to leave a lasting impression.
Learning Objectives »
- Prepare for interviews.
- Develop interviewing skills.
- Apply interview etiquette.
- Successfully answer common interview questions.
- Examine qualities employers value.
- Prepare quality application packages.
Course Agenda
Getting the Interview
- Qualities Employers Value
- Accomplishment Mind Joggers
- Success Factor Analysis
- Turning Frustrations into Motivators
Interview Preparation
- Purpose of an Interview
- Types of Interviews
- Types of Questions
- Improper Questions
- Doing Your Research
- Preparing Your Story
Interview Skills and Techniques
- Best Practices for the Federal Interview
- Calming Your Nerves
- First Impressions
- Nonverbal Communication
- Listening Skills
- Common Interview Questions
- Interview Guidelines
- Using “PAR” to Answer Questions
- Focusing on the Organization
- Questions to Ask the Interviewer
- Common Mistakes
- Concluding the Interview
- Follow-Up Methods
