Impromptu Speaking - University of Florida
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Interviewing Skills
Goals for Interview
Introduce & Sell Yourself
Who are you?
Skills and Strengths
Unique Qualities
Interviews
Types of Interviews
Screening or Selection Interviews
Behavioral
Styles of Interviews
Directed
Nondirective
Stress
Preparation is Vital!
Analyze Yourself
Resume
Do your homework
Field
Organizations
School/program
What will they evaluate?
Stages of an Interview
Structured Much Like a Speech
Intro
Body of Interview
Questions
Closing
Applicant & School
Reiterate Interest & Fit
Follow-up
Thank You Note; Assessment/Revision
Important Interview Elements
Verbal Message
Appearance
Non-Verbal Message
Questions
Follow-up
Verbal Message
How You Define Yourself
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Your Skills & Experience
Reiterate Application and Personal Statement
with Examples
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Your Interests & Goals
Why this field? Why this school/program? Why not others?
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Your Personality & Passion
Flexible? Communicative? Pleasant? Team Player?
Verbal Message
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Understand What They Want
Flexibility, Quick Learner, Motivated, Team-player
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Find Skills & Experiences That Fit
Travel, Research, Tutoring, Class Projects, Peer Training,
Volunteering, Working on Campus/in Class
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Prepare As You Would For Speech
Identify Key Ideas, Support Ideas with Examples, Adapt to
Audience, End Strongly
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Use Speech Skills
Be Concise, Listen Closely & Answer Question Asked,
Pace Yourself, Reflect Enthusiasm, Strong Voice
Verbal Message
Personality Cues
Show Courtesy to Interviewer
Not: “What can you do for me?”
Don’t Rely on Yes/No Answers
Be Careful of “Know it All Complex”
Positive, Not Cynical
Show Tolerance and Flexibility
Broad Interests & Open to new
experiences
Verbal Message
Work Habit Cues
Speak Well of Others
Show Initiative
Ability to Take Criticism
Moral Standards (Don’t Lie)
Team Player
Appearance
First Impressions = Lasting Impressions
Dress for Dream Job
Inspires confidence; shows professionalism, and
interest!
Better to Over-dress than Under-dress
Avoid Excessive Jewelry, Cologne, Short
Skirts or Deep Necklines
Appropriate Interview Attire
Men
Suits/Shirts
Ties
Shoes/Socks
Jewelry
Hair/Facial Hair
Nails
Women
Suits/Blouses
Skirt length
Shoes/hosiery
Jewelry
Hair
Nails
Purse/Portfolio/Briefcase
Non-Verbal Message
Body Language Speaks Volumes
Firm Handshake, Eye Contact, Smile
Don’t Sit Until Invited
Eye Contact
Be Mindful of Hands and Facial Signals
Mirror Interviewer (subtly)
Look Enthusiastic!
Take Your Time
Non-Verbal Message
Body Movement
Don’t Cross Arms—use gestures instead
Sit up Straight---Lean Forward
Use an Appropriate Sitting Position
Consider Spatial Use & Seating Arrangement
Vocal Usage
Sound Energetic & Enthusiastic
Reduce the Use of Filled Pauses
Interview Questions
Types
Credential
Experience
Opinion
Dumb
Behavioral
Legal
Questions
Why do you want to attend _____?
What kind of medical experience do you have?
Tell me more about ______ experience.
What are your strengths?
What are your weaknesses?
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Questions
Why do you want to attend _____?
Research School/program
* outstanding school with reputable history (proof)
* recent projects are similar to interests (give example)
* recommended by a contact
* size of school/program, values, opportunities
Questions
What kind of experience do you have?
Use characteristics similar to those found in admissions
information
ASK what opportunities you might have for….
* Pull skills from previous experiences--even if
unrelated (leadership, time management, work ethic)
* Pull examples from academic work
(related project? Technical knowledge demonstrated?)
Questions
Tell me more about ______.
2-3 Key Points
* What were your responsibilities
* Challenges you overcame
* What did you enjoy about it
* Relate to medical career or med school
NEVER talk poorly of past experience/boss/school
The world is smaller than you think.
Questions
What are your strengths?
Isolate high points from background
* Time Management & Planning
* Natural Curiosity & Desire to Learn
* Strong Communication Skills
* Work Ethic
* Love Challenge--Finding Solutions
* Working with Diverse Teams
Questions
Where do you see yourself in ____ years?
Be honest--to a degree
Leave the door open for “the right opportunity”
Show desire to grow
Remember what comes after med school
Dangerous Answer: “In your seat!”
Questions For Them
Always have a question prepared.
Follow-up
Confirm when they will be in contact
Reiterate interest
“Look forward to hearing from you.”
Get business card for everyone at interview
Send thank you note PROMPTLY.
Shows interest!
Allows chance to follow-up on issue
Handwritten--more personal
Typed--more polished
Complete a Self-Assessment
Other Hints
Arrive Early!
Introductions—More than a Hello
Name Usage—Follow lead
Listen and Observe
Laughter?
A pleasant environment?
Thank Interviewers at close of interview