- Why a Second
Interview?
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- By doing a deeper analysis of your qualifications, the
organization can gain confirmation on making you a job offer.
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- You are given the opportunity to experience the office culture
and staff, thereby ensuring you will make an informed decisions if
you are given a job offer.
- How are second interview questions
different?
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- They are designed to asses your fit with the companies in areas
like work environment, communication style, your ability to work in
a group or alone, and what experiences you have to offer.
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- You will need to be able to clearly demonstrate how you can
connect your skills and abilities to the specific position you are
considering.
- What can I do to
prepare?
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- RESEARCH. Specifically on products and future goals of the
company.
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- The more prepared you are for the interview, the more the
potential employer can see your enthusiasm, motivation, and
thoroughness as favorable assets.
- What can I expect the day to be
like?
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- First thing is first--Report to your contact person, and get an
overview of the schedule.
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- Usual morning--Meet with various departments for interviews and
exposure to the position being filled and the staff.
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- Second interviews usually last the entire day, so plan ahead
for that possibility.
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- A tour of the facility is common.
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- Testing for writing and/or mathematical skills, personality
testing, drug testing, and others related to the position may be
performed at this time.
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- A possible lunch with selected staff may be planned to observe
your behavior and personality.
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- You might expect to meet with the Human Resource staff to
answer your questions, explain follow-up, reimbursement for
expenses, and any final business.
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- Finally, be sure to send a thank you letter to the contact
person extending your interest in the position, highlight your
qualifications and provide a general sense of enthusiasm for the
job.
- Who is responsible for my trip
expenses?
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- Reimbursement for expenses can vary dramatically; make sure you
clarify the employer's policy before committing to a
visit.
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- Airline tickets, lodging, baggage handling, taxies/bus fare,
meals, automobile mileage, and parking need to be taken into
consideration.
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- Use common sense on purchases or expenditures that the company
agrees to cover. They will be reviewed as part of consideration for
the position.
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