Professional Development

Interviewing

Interviewing SkillsMaking a good 1st impression is critical togetting that dream job

Most important thing is to be PREPARED

Have answers to the tough questions that willbe asked

BE YOURSELFPRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE

BE ON TIME!!!

Arrive a minimum of 10-15 minutes early.

BrainstormThings you want to accomplish in the next 1-5 years

Be realistic with your goals

ExamplesAdvanced Education Classes

Having a set amount of guests returning to you within a year

Becoming a trainer within your salon

Gain knowledge in every aspect of how a successful salon is run

Educational AchievementsHave a list of successes you have achieved

Ones that you have accomplished while in school will show an employer that you are serious about your career

Examples:Honor rolePerfect attendanceAverage retail per client ticketParticipated in a hair/fashion show

What to BringWhen you are meeting with a potential

employer remember to bring with you copies of your:

Cover LetterResumePortfolio

Pen and Paper

Practice, Practice, PracticeDuring the interviewing process the employer

will be asking you questions.

The more practice answering employer questions the more natural and confident you will be.

Honesty and Sincerity in answering should be evident.

It is also important to come to the interview with questions you may have.

Skills To PracticeEmployers will look for good eye contact throughout

theinterview

They want to see:Poise Strong Speaking SkillsConfidence Appropriate Grammar

Try to eliminate “trash words” such as um and likeHave a strong handshake and be polite

Mock Interviews

Assignment