The document provides guidance on preparing for a job interview. It suggests researching the company's mission, vision, and values to understand what is important to them. It also advises considering how your work life values align with the company's culture and atmosphere. The document recommends having case studies prepared that demonstrate how your skills transfer and the unique value you bring. It lists common interview questions and stresses the importance of knowing your "why," being able to answer within 2 minutes, and directing the conversation to articulate your value.

1. The Job Strategy Team Presents
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Do your work life values align with theirs?
How are you a good fit for this company?
Teams, Management, Culture, etc
Whatunique value to you bring?
How are you a good ROI?
Prepare your Case Studies
Your skills that transfer…
How up to date are you:
Technology, Practices, etc
What is their: mission, vision, and values?
What is importantto them?
Atmosphere have they created?
Whatshould an employee be good at?
Whatdo you need be to learn quickly?
Experience preferred?
Technology are they using?
Take Command of the Interview

2. The Job Strategy Team Presents
© Copyright 2016, RochesterWorks! Developed by Job Strategists: Rosa Smith-Montanaro & Barbara Wilcox
 You are overqualified
 You are not a good match for the culture
 You are building your resume
 Not coachable or trainable
 Unsure as too why you want this position
 Not a good fit for chemistry
Why did you leave your last position?
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
How would your supervisor describe you?
Describe an obstacle you had to overcome?
How did you handle stress / conflict?
Why do you want to work with us?
Know your “why” (work/life Values)
Research: company, industry, trends
Ask Courageous Questions
Memorize SCAR Stories
Use Case Studies
Demonstrate Subject Matter Expertise
Show an Interest and Curiosity in them
Interactive Interview
Ask Clarifying Questions
Articulate your Value
Redirect the Conversation
Answer questions within 2 minutes