Positive Reinforcement? Big interview...

I am freaking out. I have an interview coming up, and I NEED this job. I am driving 800 miles to go to it, and I am jittery as hell.

I got myself a nice new suit (long time coming, honestly), some nice new shoes (old ones are WAY out of style, and way worn out), and I have prepared my CV, Cover Letter, References, and my portfolio (advertising, editorial, and other work) to the highest levels. I am also going to get a nice haircut tomorrow, and a full nights sleep the night before.

I have been studying for weeks, and I am still freaking out about it. I KNOW I know the stuff, but I am still worried.

Tell me I'll be fine...

You'll be fine .

Sounds like you're set up. People are usually pretty nervous about these things. I have people in all the time for interviews. Be yourself. That's who they should be hiring.

N Sperlo wrote: Be yourself. That's who they should be hiring.

This, plus relax. Sell yourself - if you can't sell yourself you can't sell Porsche parts either! But you'll be fine.

Drink a fourty before it.

You sound like you are fairly ready for it.

You'll be fine. It's just a friendly conversation with a buddy you haven't met yet.

800 miles = what, 12 Hour drive?

You could do what that guy did in Something About Mary did, but get a room, exercise in the morning, have a light breakfast.

Look them in the eye, firm hand shake.

They invited you right? You have something they want.

Nice suit? Tasteful tie? Good.

Do the 40 when you get the job.

Dan

you know you want it and can do it

all else I got is good luck

Ok...some words of advice then.

You've been studying for weeks...about what the job? or the company? Go in knowing something about the company and how you fit. It shows a high level of interest if you actually know about the company, their history, their market, whatever applies to the job. Employers like to feel you are interested not just in any job but THEIR job. Knowing about the company drives that point home.

Beyond that, you are the best person for this job, period. Remember that, go in knowing that and make them realize it. If you dont believe you are the best person for the job you will never make them believe it.

Never answer a question with "I think...." It's always "I know..."

I know....you can do this. Good luck and go get them!

JThw8 wrote: Ok...some words of advice then. You've been studying for weeks...about what the job? or the company? Go in knowing something about the company and how you fit. It shows a high level of interest if you actually know about the company, their history, their market, whatever applies to the job. Employers like to feel you are interested not just in any job but THEIR job. Knowing about the company drives that point home. Beyond that, you are the best person for this job, period. Remember that, go in knowing that and make them realize it. If you dont believe you are the best person for the job you will never make them believe it. Never answer a question with "I think...." It's always "I know..." I know....you can do this. Good luck and go get them!

I have been studying Porsche, the models, the parts, the market, the owners, and the buying mentality. It's all stuff I know, but I am just bringing it to top of mind awareness status. The company I am interviewing with is starting a branch to sell Porsche parts. If I get the job, I would essentially be leading that section of the company (nearly autonomously, with control of brands, parts, advertising, customer service, quality, and consumer outreach).

I KNOW I can get this job! (better?)

Give em hell man, you can do it. It sounds like you know a bit about the company, where they've been and what they are trying to do. It also sounds like you are bringing them some unique skills and knowledge they need to make it happen. They need the right person as much as you need the right job. Too often people go into an interview on the "loosing" end without realizing that the company needs them. If you can get them twisted around trying to sell you on the job then you hold the power and it's all cake after that.

I've been faking it through interviews for years now ;) But it's always worked for me. Sounds to me like you dont need to fake it, you've got the skills and knowledge they need. Relax and go in there like you are the customer and they should be nervous, because they need you.

At the end of the interview, ASK for the job.

That's all I got.

Toyman01 wrote: You'll be fine. It's just a friendly conversation with a buddy you haven't met yet.

THIS is the best way to approach it, especially if the atmosphere is correct (not a hostile workplace). If they want you, and warm up to your personality, the interview should almost be a formality... especially considering the experience you are bringing to the table (from what you've stated in other threads).

Calm down, what happens happens. As the poster above me said, tell them you WANT the job at the end of the interview. Passion can really spark some people. My last interview (for my current job) that is what I said when the interview was done. I said, "Thank you for the opportunity to discuss my skills and qualifications. I must admit, I was very excited to be called about an interview for THIS company because of what you do. I WANT this position."

You could tell, the job was mine at that point. You could listen to those "take it" tapes from that one dude Dexter goes after on TV... just don't take what isn't yours (like females)

Kick some ass Brad!

You've got the knowledge and skills. It's about the unique value you bring to the table. They want to feel confident that you are going to make them more successful in their new market than anybody else they may be thinking about. You know your stuff. No reason to think it's not true. Now go kick ass - oh, and don't drool during the interview (wisdom from mom).

Best Interview Evar

Translated: said: MAN Mr. Murphy, what attracts you to the leisure industry? SPUD In a word, pleasure. My pleasure in other people's leisure. WOMAN What do you see as your main strengths? SPUD I love people. All people. Even people that no one else loves, I think they're OK, you know. Like Beggars. WOMAN Homeless people? SPUD No, not homeless people. Beggars, Francis Begbie -- one of my mates. I wouldn't say my best mate, I mean, sometimes the boy goes over the score, like one time when we -- me and him -- were having a laugh and all of a sudden he's berkeleying gubbed me in the face, right -- WOMAN Mr. Murphy, leaving your friend aside, do you see yourself as having any weaknesses? SPUD No. Well, yes. I have to admit it: I'm a perfectionist. For me, it's the best or nothing at all. If things go badly, I can't be bothered, but I have a good feeling about this interview. Seems to me like it's gone pretty well. We've touched on a lot of subjects, a lot of things to think about, for all of us. MAN Thank you, Mr. Murphy. We'll let you know. SPUD The pleasure was mine. Best interview I've ever been to. Thanks. Spud crosses the room to shake everyone by the hand and kiss them.

As long as you don't try to drive the entire 800 mi in the suit, you'll be OK, Brad.

RELAX.

Good luck, and yes, be yourself; try to read the interviewer a little bit (did he laugh at a tiny joke, smile when he talks, look you in the eye....) This is not your first interview for the job, is it? I mean 800 miles and no pre-screening/phone interviews (which I find really weird...) And don't have run-off-at-the-mouth! I really wish you well on this. I'm in the same boat, but not an 800 mile ride; yes, it can be nerve wracking--even for those who have done it before. I hope you're not up reading this. Hey, a few new icons!! Nice addition, Tom.

In reply to Maroon92:

Why do you want this job? Why don't you consider this other one, because I think it's better. Why drive 800 miles? What are you driving? Wouldn't a motorcycle get better mileage? Aren't there jobs closer to home?

I believe this job is in Ohio? If so, you better bring some rust-free southern cars with you if you get the job. Not much left around here. As for the interview, don't think about it too much. You'll be fine.

The fact that you're driving 800 miles for it will show you are very serious about it. That's going to impress them and they'll know you're the sort of person who is going to stick around if it's a good fit. And if they know you're coming that far, they better be serious about it, too. It'd take a real shiny happy person to let someone do that trip without a damn good shot at the job.

Remember: they want nothing more than for you to be THE guy. They're not out to get you. It's not going to be some confrontational death match. They just want to know who you are.

Pro tips: don't bad mouth your current or past jobs. You're the sort of person who gets along well with everyone! When the ask about personal weaknesses, name something irrelevant to this job, but something you can also learn at this job. In other words, "I don't know much about accounting and finance (or whatever), which will probably hold me back in the long run, so hopefully I can at least get a taste of that here."

Kick ass! Politely!

let us know when you get the job

Fletch1 wrote: I believe this job is in Ohio? If so, you better bring some rust-free southern cars with you if you get the job. Not much left around here. As for the interview, don't think about it too much. You'll be fine.

If I get the job, I have a pair of rust free MkIII Supras in varying state of rebuild. YOU can have them CHEAP if you want them.

friedgreencorrado wrote: As long as you don't try to drive the entire 800 mi in the suit, you'll be OK, Brad. RELAX.

Naw, I am driving up the day before. Shorts, a t-shirt and a 4 pack of redbull. Ipod loaded with my favorite podcasts! I want to be well rested before I get there.