I am a student and a new canadian as well.English is my second language,I have got an failure experience at starbucks yesterday just because I haven't catch on one of their questions.So they thougut my English is not good enough.But I think I can communicate with others, just a little slow.What can i do for the interview in tomorrow afternoon? How should i perpare for that ? I really want to do sth before I enter the university ,I need that job ,could anyone help?
2006-08-09 09:46:44 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I would go for a job that doesn't require customer communication. When you go for the interview and they ask you to tell them a little about yourself, you should explain that English is your second language and while you understand and write it well, you are just learning to use is conversationaly in a business setting. If you don't understand a question, don't try to fake your way through the response. Take a minute and ask; "could you re-phrase that question". Or, "i am not sure I understood your question, and I want to make sure I give you a relevant answer, could you telling me what you are going for?" It is ok to pause and think.
Try not to show your nervousness, appearing confident is important.
2006-08-09 10:52:23 · answer #1 · answered by BluedogGirl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try having one of your friends "interview" you and ask you questions that an interviewer might ask a potential employee. That way it will be like a test for you. Best of luck on your interview.
2006-08-09 16:51:59 · answer #2 · answered by ninja_girl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋