Shines-It got a job (or how he learned to stop worrying, and love the Wal-Mart :D ) - Blu-ray Forum

SHines-IT · 03-04-2009, 07:16 PM

Job interview, first one in about 6 months... It's at a WalMart 20-25 miles away. But in this economic times, this is the first call back I got in a long time. So any tips would be nice, how to have a good interview. I am sure this will be very useful for me and to others my age. So tips please, also how should I dress?

dereksworl · 03-04-2009, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by SHines-IT

Job interview, first one in about 6 months... It's at a WalMart 20-25 miles away. But in this economic times, this is the first call back I got in a long time. So any tips would be nice, how to have a good interview. I am sure this will be very useful for me and to others my age. So tips please, also how should I dress?

What position is your interview for?

Uniquely · 03-04-2009, 07:28 PM

Congratulations! Dress nicely and conservatively, khaki slacks and a shirt and tie or just a nice polo shirt. Be polite, friendly and confident. Make lots of eye contact and shake hands firmly.

Sammy · 03-04-2009, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by SHines-IT

Job interview, first one in about 6 months... It's at a WalMart 20-25 miles away. But in this economic times, this is the first call back I got in a long time. So any tips would be nice, how to have a good interview. I am sure this will be very useful for me and to others my age. So tips please, also how should I dress?

What would that be? If you are older and interviewing I would definitelly wear a tie.

Teabaggins · 03-04-2009, 07:38 PM

should be obvious but just in case:

shave
comb your hair in a neat hairstyle
fingernails trimmed
wear pants(that fit) on actual waist with a belt. do not sag. iron them.
tuck shirt in(button down shirt should be your actual size and not wrinkled)
clean shoes
have fresh breath, pop a mint in a few minutes before your interview or use spray, do not chew gum
sip some water 10 minutes before interview

relax and be yourself. be pleasant and courteous but not overbearing or fake. remember that the person interviewing you is a human as well and connect with them on a normal level without being too casual

Beta Man · 03-04-2009, 07:48 PM

A GOOD QUESTION TO ASK............

Q) Is there anything on my resume, or brought up during this interview that gives you reservations about hiring me????

AND BE PREPARED TO OFFER A REBUTTAL......

If he/she says "well, you don't have experience in....." Say how you have picked up other abilities quickly in the past, or are willing to attend special training courses etc.....

Willingness to put forth effort is a big selling point.

Good luck.

mikejet · 03-04-2009, 07:51 PM

Be confidant but not cocky.

Be respectful but not submissive.

QwikSand · 03-04-2009, 07:52 PM

One of the most important things is the handshake. Depending on who you meet with some interviewers base a lot on the handshake. Don't break their hand but be firm.

twill812 · 03-04-2009, 07:55 PM

Congrats!

All good advise posted. Myself and I'm sure many Blu-ray.com members will be rooting for ya.

mikejet · 03-04-2009, 07:58 PM

Have you worked retail before? Just some advice, the way they are at Chachi's in Office Space holds true for retail. They want you to give 110% even though they pay you crap. You are replaceable. Keep that in mind when you get the job.

Teabaggins · 03-04-2009, 08:08 PM

no response from OP yet? who would hire someone who can't multi task?

SHines-IT · 03-04-2009, 08:29 PM

Sorry it took so long, my brother is interested in buying my TV and Blu Ray Player for his room...

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Originally Posted by Sammy

What would that be? If you are older and interviewing I would definitelly wear a tie.

I am 18

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Originally Posted by dereksworl

What position is your interview for?

Multiple, but trying for electronics.

Thanks for the advice, I am going to pick up something nicer to wear tomorrow morning.

dereksworl · 03-04-2009, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by SHines-IT

Multiple, but trying for electronics.

Sweet, discounts on SHines!!

phlydude · 03-04-2009, 08:41 PM

I'd say no matter what the job is, if you have a suit, wear it - I ran a telemarketing office and I always spent more time with people that put forth the effort to dress nicely and looked like they wanted to impress - generally a person that dresses seriously, is a person to be taken seriously

And for any job - any piercings, tats or other body mods should be hidden or removed prior to the interview

Also, write neatly as you can on the paperwork that they give you, sloppy handwriting is something people don't want to take time to read

This may seem like common sense but some people don't know any better - if you have kids, get a sitter! If you come to a job interview without being able to find someone to watch your kids, how the hell are you going to show up to work consistently?

Teabaggins · 03-04-2009, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by SHines-IT

Multiple, but trying for electronics..

you sure that's a good idea? it's like a crack fiend trying to get a job selling crack

jw · 03-04-2009, 09:40 PM

its WM, as long as you arent wanted by the FBI they will hire ya

. A friend of my brothers sister was fired for stealing and they hired her back so I am not even sure thats a disqualification

jkwest · 03-04-2009, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by jwbbud

my brothers sister

wouldn't that be your sister...

SHines-IT · 03-04-2009, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by jwbbud

its WM, as long as you arent wanted by the FBI they will hire ya

. A friend of my brothers sister was fired for stealing and they hired her back so I am not even sure thats a disqualification

My brother had a federal warrant on him and they still hired him, so IDK, lol.

dereksworl · 03-04-2009, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by jkwest

wouldn't that be your sister...

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Originally Posted by jkwest

why do you guys always have to mock people....can't we be serious for 2 seconds?!

jkwest · 03-04-2009, 09:59 PM

03-04-2009, 07:16 PM	#1
SHines-IT Special Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Eustis, FL Blu-ray collection:19 Trading Score:3	Shines-It got a job (or how he learned to stop worrying, and love the Wal-Mart :D ) Job interview, first one in about 6 months... It's at a WalMart 20-25 miles away. But in this economic times, this is the first call back I got in a long time. So any tips would be nice, how to have a good interview. I am sure this will be very useful for me and to others my age. So tips please, also how should I dress?

03-04-2009, 09:40 PM	#16
jw Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Apr 2007 Location:USA Trading Score:519	its WM, as long as you arent wanted by the FBI they will hire ya. A friend of my brothers sister was fired for stealing and they hired her back so I am not even sure thats a disqualification

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03-04-2009, 07:28 PM	#3
Uniquely Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Sep 2008 Location:Mobile, AL Home Theater Gallery:14 Blu-ray collection:171	Congratulations! Dress nicely and conservatively, khaki slacks and a shirt and tie or just a nice polo shirt. Be polite, friendly and confident. Make lots of eye contact and shake hands firmly.

03-04-2009, 07:38 PM	#5
Teabaggins Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Aug 2008	should be obvious but just in case: shave comb your hair in a neat hairstyle fingernails trimmed wear pants(that fit) on actual waist with a belt. do not sag. iron them. tuck shirt in(button down shirt should be your actual size and not wrinkled) clean shoes have fresh breath, pop a mint in a few minutes before your interview or use spray, do not chew gum sip some water 10 minutes before interview relax and be yourself. be pleasant and courteous but not overbearing or fake. remember that the person interviewing you is a human as well and connect with them on a normal level without being too casual

03-04-2009, 07:48 PM	#6
Beta Man Moderator Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Juuuuuuuust A Bit Outside.... Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:268 Blu-ray reviews: 18 Trading Score:25	A GOOD QUESTION TO ASK............ Q) Is there anything on my resume, or brought up during this interview that gives you reservations about hiring me???? AND BE PREPARED TO OFFER A REBUTTAL...... If he/she says "well, you don't have experience in....." Say how you have picked up other abilities quickly in the past, or are willing to attend special training courses etc..... Willingness to put forth effort is a big selling point. Good luck.

03-04-2009, 07:51 PM	#7
mikejet Banned Member since:Sep 2008 Location:Los Angeles, CA Blu-ray reviews:5 Trading Score:29	Be confidant but not cocky. Be respectful but not submissive.

03-04-2009, 07:52 PM	#8
QwikSand Power Member Member since:Dec 2007 Trading Score:25	One of the most important things is the handshake. Depending on who you meet with some interviewers base a lot on the handshake. Don't break their hand but be firm.

03-04-2009, 07:55 PM	#9
twill812 Active Member Member since:May 2008 Location:Marina, CA Blu-ray collection:51	*Congrats!* All good advise posted. Myself and I'm sure many Blu-ray.com members will be rooting for ya.

03-04-2009, 07:58 PM	#10
mikejet Banned Member since:Sep 2008 Location:Los Angeles, CA Blu-ray reviews:5 Trading Score:29	Have you worked retail before? Just some advice, the way they are at Chachi's in Office Space holds true for retail. They want you to give 110% even though they pay you crap. You are replaceable. Keep that in mind when you get the job.

03-04-2009, 08:08 PM	#11
Teabaggins Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Aug 2008	no response from OP yet? who would hire someone who can't multi task?

03-04-2009, 08:41 PM	#14
phlydude Power Member Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Winter Garden, FL USA Playstation ID: phlydude Blu-ray collection:132 Trading Score:1	I'd say no matter what the job is, if you have a suit, wear it - I ran a telemarketing office and I always spent more time with people that put forth the effort to dress nicely and looked like they wanted to impress - generally a person that dresses seriously, is a person to be taken seriously And for any job - any piercings, tats or other body mods should be hidden or removed prior to the interview Also, write neatly as you can on the paperwork that they give you, sloppy handwriting is something people don't want to take time to read This may seem like common sense but some people don't know any better - if you have kids, get a sitter! If you come to a job interview without being able to find someone to watch your kids, how the hell are you going to show up to work consistently?

03-04-2009, 09:59 PM	#20
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