3. Present what you do best. When the interviewer asks if you have more
questions, respond by saying, “Instead of asking questions, may I have a
few moments to share with you a brief discussion guide I prepared for our
meeting?”
When the interviewer says “yes,” ask to move closer so you can point your
way through the one-page interview guide on page 85. When you review
contributions that you think you can make, say “I don’t know everything
about the position, but I would like to share how I think I can help. I would
appreciate your feedback.”
Hopefully, good discussion follows. Close by saying “Because this
position appears to match what I do best with what you need most, I
would like the opportunity to work here and contribute.” Wait for the
interviewer to respond.
Usually, no commitment is given by the interviewer one way or another.
Thank the interviewer. Say you enjoyed the interview and learning about the
organization and job opportunity. Ask when you might hear about the next
step. Take notes on what is said.
If you are interested in the opportunity, repeat why and how you can help.
Mention what they appreciated about your candidacy. If there is another
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it. Whatever the situation and no matter how you feel, always send notes of
appreciation. Send by email and postal mail on nice stationery.
If you are interested and do not hear back from the employer by the agreed
upon date, make a follow-up call and/or send an email to underscore your
interest. Consider following up once a week for seven weeks as persistence
pays off. If you still hear nothing, then let it go, and continue to thank God for
the experience.
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