I have a job interview tomorrow at Best Buy, this will be my first job interview. Do you think I should bring a resume and also should I dress up?
2007-11-27 12:40:38 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Food Service
Dress nicely, show up 10 minutes early, and look the person who is interviewing you right in the eye. Also smile a lot! You do not need a resume. Especially since this is your first job you wouldn't have any work experience to put on it.
Be ready to answer the following questions:
Why do you want to work here?
What is your availability (know your school schedule and other commitments)?
Do you have any special skills?
How many hours a week can you work?
Those are all pretty basic and will be asked at any interview! GOOD LUCK!
2007-11-27 12:46:41 · answer #1 · answered by Bailey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello Andrew!
YES, absolutely dress in a suit, if at all possible. If you don't have a suit, then wear a nice shirt and tie with some nice slacks and shoes. If you go into any job interview, (no matter how big or small you may think the job might be) dressed professionally, it will make a really good impression upon the personell department and possible future co-workers and bosses.
Definitely put a resume together. Organizing a good history of what experience you've had through previous jobs, schooling or other training, volunteering you may have done for the community and even sports experience (which can really show "TEAM" experience) helps tremendously. The interviewer will be able to take a glimpse into the type of person you are, your work ethic, your experience and your integrity.
Always include both personal and non-personal references too. I know they ask for these types of things in the regular application, but it's also good to include refrences on your resume as well.
The interviewer and potential bosses can contact your references and find out what kind of person you are on an even more personal or moral level.
So it's good to name 3 personal references. Such as family members or close friends. Then 3 non personal refrences, like previous bosses in previous jobs, if you're fresh out of high school or college, have a good teacher or school official who knows you be a refrence or any coaches.
I hope this helps and certainly hope the interview goes well!
Good luck :)
2007-11-27 12:50:24 · answer #2 · answered by firefytingnut@sbcglobal.net 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If you were going to give a resume, that should have been attached to your application (unless you are giving them the application when you have your interview). Also, unless it's a management position (which I doubt, if this is your first interview), a resume really isn't necessary. As far as dressing up, I would go with dress casual. Maybe a pair of khaki slacks and a nice button-down shirt. I don't think a suit or anything like that is really necessary (unless it is a management or other upper level position). DO NOT wear jeans and a T-shirt.
2007-11-27 12:46:42 · answer #3 · answered by apsuz73 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't wear a suit--but, would wear a nice shirt and khaki pants. Unless you are going for a management position, I don't think you will need a tie. The morst important thing is that you look neat and tidy.
Bring your resume'. See how the interview goes and ask the person if he/she would like a copy of your resume'. Most likely your application will serve the purpose--but, just in case---I would bring the resume'.
Good luck!!
2007-11-27 12:47:20 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
To make the best impression, have a resume and dress one step up from what the job requires. Think of it this way, you want them to think that you'd be qualified to move up. So dress for the part.
Both will help you differentiate yourself.
2007-11-27 12:45:30 · answer #5 · answered by Lochlain 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did you submit a resume when you were applying? If not, it is a good idea to bring it. That shows your potential employer that you are dedicated. Dress respectively. No jeans. Also, put your glasses on, if you have them. Studies show that most people get jobs who wear glasses. Be confident in what you say. You can do it. Good luck!
2007-11-27 12:45:31 · answer #6 · answered by KOTEHOK 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I worked at Best Buy when I was younger. You definitely don't need a resume. I would dress decent, not too casual, but you definitely don't need to overdo it. I had my lip pierced at the time and still got the job.
2007-11-29 03:15:49 · answer #7 · answered by Janie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Def. dress up a resume may not be required but looks good if you have a simple one put together.
2007-11-27 12:44:23 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is always good to have a resume no matter where you are trying to get a job. You should always at least where some sort of dress slack and a polo. awww.. good luck I hope you get it!!
2007-11-27 12:44:20 · answer #9 · answered by *TiNkSteR <3's *him* 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should have a resume because it shows how you have done with past jobs and do dress, it's respectable and they will get a good idea about you.
2007-11-27 12:43:37 · answer #10 · answered by vball_gal 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋