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A job interview is a process during which you would like to get your dream job and the employer the best candidate. The employer would like the potential employee to score well during all parts of the interviewing process and identify the strengths and weaknesses of the candidate.

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The interviewers would like to present themselves in the best light and at the same time to uncover as much information about the future position as possible.

PUT THESE WORDS INTO THE GAPS IN THE TEXT:

words: telephone interview, submission, career fairs,
process interview, networking events, rounds

text: The interview is usually preceded by the a)______ and evaluation of your CV or you can meet interview opportunities during b)______ or c)______ which give both employers and employees a chance to ask or to be asked to come for an interview.
If there are many candidates for one position, the applicants may expect multiple d)______ such as a e)______ (the candidate is contacted on the phone) or a f)______ (a face to face meeting with the potential employer).

Before you go to the interview, your PREPARATION is very important.

You should:

TRY TO FINISH WHAT YOUR PREPARATION SHOULD CONSIST OF:

1. learn ______
2. have detailed ______  
3. bring extra ______  
4. bring copies______and______ 
5. bring ______

OPTIONS:
a) your work samples, b) description of the position you are applying for, c) certificates, d) as much as possible about the company, e) CVs or résumés, f) of your diplomas

READ THE ARTICLE AND CHOOSE THE BEST OPTION WHICH FITS INTO THE GAPS:

Before you go to the interview you have to plan the 1._________ to the company so that you have a lot of extra time but do not present yourself for the interview more than 2._________minutes early. During the interview, it is important to be 3._________. The interview can be likened to a sales meeting and the basic questions is” Why should I 4._________ you?” Consequently, during the interview you can be asked about your qualifications, 5._________, certificates, motivation, etc. When you are asked a question, take your time before you answer and respond in a 6._________ way. Show that you possess positive attitude, that you are willing to work, you are eager to learn and that you are flexible. Show your 7._________ for the company and do not be afraid to ask for clarifications if you are not sure whether you understood the question.

OPTIONS:
1. a) way            b) journey         c) trip
2. a) 5                 b) 10                c) 15
3. a) yourself      b) yourselves   c) you
4. a) fire              b) tire               c) hire
5. a) experience b) experiment  c) experiences
6. a) negative     b) neutral         c) positive
7. a) potential     b) importance  c) prosperity

Be cautious when asked about the salary you require. Try to avoid the question until you have been offered the actual job. Finally, at the end of the interview be prepared to ask questions which will show your interest in the job.

Additional tips:
• Try to maintain eye contact
• Dress appropriately
• Be aware of your body language
• Do not watch the clock
• Never put your hands in your pockets
• Do not chew

Sample questions you can be asked during the interview:
• What can you offer us that other candidates can't?
• What are your strengths?
• What are your weaknesses?
• What are your ambitions for the future?
• What do you know about our company?
• What important trends do you see coming in our industry?

Test your knowledge HERE

Correct answers

Put these words....  a) submission, b) networking events, c) career fairs, d) rounds, e) telephone interview, f) process interview

Try to finish... 1-d, 2-b, 3-e, 4-b-e, 5-a

Read the article... 1-b, 2-c, 3-a, 4-c, 5-a, 6-c, 7-a

Jazyková agentura Skřivánek

Skřivánek je největší jazykovou agenturou ve střední a východní Evropě. Na trhu jazykových služeb působí již od roku 1994. Kanceláře a učebny agentury Skřivánek najdete v 22 městech ČR a v dalších 13 zemích světa.

Jako jedna z největších překladatelských agentur v Evropě se Skřivánek stal uznávaným specialistou na evropské a asijské jazyky. Zaměstnává více než 400 kvalifikovaných jazykových odborníků a nabízí odborné překlady do všech jazyků.

Kromě různých typů kurzů pro veřejnost zajišťuje Skřivánek i výuku na klíč pro firmy a jednotlivce, jazykové audity, pobytové a zahraniční kurzy nebo přípravu na jazykové zkoušky pro děti i dospělé.

Více informací najdete na www.skrivanek.cz

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