1.14. Study this letter of application which accompanied the cv in ex.1.11. What information does it add to the cv?

1.15. Read and analyze details from the letter of application given below. Look at the outline of the letter on the left and indicate where the information should go.

1.16. Write your own letter of application for one of the positions proposed in advertisements in Text № 4 (Appendix 1, Module III).

1.17. Interviewing Job Applicants

Interviews are a central part of the recruitment process for most organizations. Usually applicants are interviewed after sending in an application form or CV. The purpose of an interview is to assess the applicant, and for the applicant to demonstrate abilities and personality. It is also an opportunity for the applicants to make sure that the organization and the position are what they want. Here are some useful advice for you to follow in future.

1.17.1. Preparation for the interview.

• Learn about the organization

• Have specific job or jobs in mind

• Review your qualifications for the job

• Prepare to answer broad questions about yourself

• Review your resume

• Arrive before the scheduled time of your interview

• Get plenty of sleep the night before the interview

What to Wear:

Women

• Solid dark colored suits or a dress

• Wear hosiery

• If wearing a dress/skirt, make it sure it’s at least knee-length

• Nothing skin-tight

Men

• Solid colored button-up shirt, tucked in

• Tie

• Dark socks

• Nothing too baggy

• If wearing a suit, go with dark colors

• Your shoes and belt should match

1.17.2. During the Interview

• Be confident and make the interviewer think that you are a self-confident person

• If you have any doubts, keep them to yourself

• Know as much as you possibly can about the job you’re applying for before you go for the interview

• Try to relax

• Be yourself

• Be polite

About Questions

• Listen carefully and make sure that you answer the question:

• Make eye contact with the interviewer

• Don’t speak negatively about anyone

• Use pauses effectively

• Always tell the truth because the interviewer can check and verify the information

1.17.3. After the Interview

• If you didn’t answer a question well in the interview, don’t be afraid to phone up soon and say something

• If you are successful at the interview stage you will receive an official letter offering you a job

1.17.4. Read the following sentences and mark false/true statements.

1. Offer to shake the interviewer's hand when you meet. This demonstrates your self-confidence.

2. You can smoke if you feel nervous.

3. Your dress shouldn't be conservative. Much jewelry and perfume will keep the interviewer's attention.

4. Arrive early. Arriving late makes your first impression a negative one.

5. Smile. This person is giving up his/her time to talk to you.

6. Don't argue, agree with any idea, even if you can't believe in it.

7. Don't bite your lips, don't chew on pen/pencil.

1.18. Match the job interview questions 1 to 5 with their answers a) to e).

1 How many jobs have you had since leaving university? 2 Why have you changed jobs so often? 3 What have you done that shows leadership? 4 In what ways has your job changed since you joined the company? 5 Have you ever worked with a difficult person?

a) I now have more responsibility and work longer hours. b) Well, I lead the sales team. I'm also chairperson of a local business association. c) I wanted to earn more money. d) Well, the boss in my last company wasn't easy to work with. e) I've worked for six companies.