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Unit 3 Careers and skills
Extended Reading
Tips for job interviews
祁阳市第四中学 冯乐
1. What did he do WRONG?
2. What excellent qualities does he possess as an applicant?
Lead-in
Lead-in
1. What did he do WRONG?
2. What excellent qualities does he possess as an applicant?
He was dressed informally.
Honesty, confidence, communication skills, ...
Tips for job interviews
Introduction
Purpose
Tips
Conclusion
Before the interview
During the interview
After the interview
Read for the structure
How do you understand the purpose of a job interview?
The company can assess the applicant.
The applicant can assess the company.
An interview is a two-way street!
Read for the details
(para. 2)
Before the interview
During the interview
After the interview
*Collecting information about the company and the post you are interviewing for.
*Listing your strengths and skill set and analysing your weaknesses.
*Listing questions that could be asked, thinking about how to best answer them and doing practice interviews.
*Making a good first impression.
*Listening carefully to the questions and asking for clarification if necessary.
*Finding the right conversational balance.
*Using positive body language to express yourself.
*Asking questions towards the end of the interview.
*Following it up by writing to thank the interviewer and express your interest again.
*Looking back on the interview process.
Research
Practice
Answer
Ask
Follow up
Reflect
Read for the details
What should you do at three different stages?
Thinking
How do you find the right conversational balance?
When answering, try to find the right conversational balance by giving all the information an interviewer needs to get a complete picture of you without talking too much. (line 29-31)
Supplementary reading
Structuring Responses: The Power of Clear Narration in Interviews
A disorganized answer can overshadow even your strongest achievements, while a structured response turns everyday experiences into compelling proof of your skills. The key? A framework that guides you to share relevant details without rambling—and the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) is among the most effective.
Situation sets the stage. Briefly outline the context: “In my last role, our team faced a sudden supply chain delay that threatened a major client delivery.” Keep it specific but concise—no need for irrelevant details.
Task clarifies your role. Instead of saying “the team fixed it,” define your responsibility: “I was tasked with finding an alternative supplier and adjusting the timeline to meet the deadline.” This highlights your accountability.
Action is where you shine. Detail your steps: “I researched local suppliers, negotiated a rush order, and coordinated with the production team to reprioritize tasks.” Focus on your decisions and efforts, not just the team’s work.
Result ties it all together. Quantify success if possible: “We delivered on time, retained the client, and the new supplier became a long-term partner, reducing future costs by 15%.” Even small wins feel impactful with clear outcomes.
This structure ensures your answer is focused, memorable, and showcases your skills. Practice with past experiences, and you’ll turn interviews into opportunities to tell your professional story with confidence.
STAR Method
Situation
Briefly describe the context
Task
Action
Result
State your specific role
Explain what you did
Share the outcome
Supplementary reading
How do you find the right conversational balance?
S: Our club wasn't getting enough new members.
T: We needed to get 20 new members in just 3 days.
A: I made creative posters and shared them on social media where the right people would see them.
R: We did better than the goal—got 25 new members. And I got an "Outstanding Cadre Award" for it.
Listen and summarize what Lily said using STAR method.
We're seeking a Rural CEO to manage agricultural cooperatives, overseeing production, tech support, processing, and sales.
What we need:
• Passion for rural areas.
• Knowledge of local infrastructure and industries.
• Strong management and business skills.
Join us to boost rural vitality! Apply now.
What you'll do:
• Plan rural development with new ideas.
• Bridge farms and markets, build brands.
• Promote rural tourism via your network.
Role-play
Applicant
1. "I'm ___, and I recently graduated from ___ with a degree in ___(Major)."
2. "Regarding my experience, I..."
(S____T____A____R)
3. "Could you tell me more about the day-to-day responsibilities of this role?"
4. "What opportunities for professional development or training are available?"
5. ... ...
Role-play
Interviewer
1. "Why do you want to work as a Rural CEO here?"
2. "How would you help local farmers sell their products online?"
3. "If villagers disagree with a new tourism plan, what will you do?"
4. ... ...
Role-play
Grading observer
Aspects Grading(1-5) Evidence
Language fluency
Body language
Response to issues
Rural CEO Recruitment Fair
Summary
A job interview
self-value in society
know yourself better
know the company better
hard skills; soft skills
match your own needs
Homework
Required homework:
Write a follow-up email to the interviewer of the company, Mr.Wang.
Dear Mr Wang,
Thank you for______________
______________________________________________________
Optional homework:
1. Search for the differences in workplace cultures between the East and the West.
(https://www.linkedin.cn/)
2. Take the Holland Occupational Interest Test online.
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