2007-04-09 14:36:58 · 6 answers · asked by Lee Edward 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
be yourself and smile a lot,,,,good luck..
2007-04-09 14:40:20 · answer #1 · answered by Raphael D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well you don't say whether you are interested in advertising or accounting. I work at a PR firm which is very similar and I can tell you that personality is 75% of the battle. Be upbeat, personable and fun. These types of firms are very high stress and fast paced so make sure to emphasize that you work well under pressure and would welcome any opporuntity to assist any of the account executives whenever possible. Since the position is accounting? I would stress that you are detail oriented. Never ever say anything negative about a previous job or boss. That is a serious red flag. Be absolutely positive about every subject. Also, you should heavily research the company - not just their web site but google them too and find as many opportunities to bring up previous accounts that they have worked on and things about the firm. This will demonstrate a true interest in the firm and what they do.
2007-04-09 15:32:03 · answer #2 · answered by Serendipity 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've learned a few really good tips in all my years:
1. First of all, do NOT come to the interview naked! I repeat: DO NOT COME NAKED!
2. Do not suggest that the interviewer might find you on the Sex Offender list for their area. This is, apparently, a big no-no, even if it is not true. Honesty is NOT the best policy if it IS true!
3. They don't like it when you bring your pets. Huh. I don't quite get that one.
4. Do NOT tell them about your fantasies to torture your current or past boss, unless they specifically ask about it. If they do ask, do not go into too much detail.
5. The same thing goes here that goes for when you walk up behind the President of the United States. Do not hit them in the face with a pie... unless you know what kind of pie they like. You probably should ask this when they first invite you to the interview.
6. You'll want to make up some fake documents to bring with you to prove that you have that Ph.D. in Physics from University of Chicago! Unless you actually have a Ph.D in Physics. Then you won't.
7. Do not list sex drive, burrowing, or your ability to eat 36 hotdogs in 5 minutes as strengths. Do not list psychotic, homicidal tendencies as your weakness.
8. Photoshop some pictures to bring to the interview of you with the President, Governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Sean Penn. Maybe even Britney Spears. Do NOT photoshop yourself with Michael Jackson... except for personal purposes.
9. It is important to ask the interviewer some questions. One of those questions should not be, "What is your sign?" I am told that, "Is that your face, or did a monkey do a bad thing on your head?" is out, too.
10. Finally, do not end your interview by standing on the chair, pointing, and shouting, "YOU WILL RUE THE DAY THAT YOU DON'T HIRE ME!!" It has yet to work for me, though I may try it a couple more times, just in case.
Good luck!
2007-04-09 14:42:29 · answer #3 · answered by Mr. Taco 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Learn about this particular company ahead of time. Research them and know what they are all about and try to learn their clients. After you have done this, WING IT!!! Shoot from the hip. It always sounds better than a practiced script if you know what I mean. I have never been turned down at an interview. Give it a try!!!
2007-04-09 14:41:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
With any interview, good listening, answer the questions asked, confidence, eye contact and a good strong handshake.
2007-04-09 14:40:31 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
brown nose, all employers love brown nosers
2007-04-09 14:44:07 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋