USJ
ICO
NEWSLETTER
OCTOBER
ISSUE 1
2017
J O B S
For students and recent graduates, the four key components
of an elevator pitch, according to Paul Rivera, CEO of Kalibrr,
are: (1) where did you study; (2) what was your course and
how is that going to be useful; (3) discuss what key
coursework, internship or work experience taught you; (4) why
did you pick that company/job to start your career.
Candidates should not pretend to be something they are not
since interviewers are attempting to decide whether the
candidate is a suitable fit for the company and culture. It is
essential to not forget that an interview is meant to be a
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dialogue, as stated by Alison Doyle, the Job Search Expert
for The Balance. Developing a personal rapport with your
interviewer is fundamental and so it is necessary to give them
the chance to ask follow-up questions. However, be wary of
overwhelming the hiring manager with too much information
and steer clear of controversial topics like politics or religion.
Seize the opportunity to set the tone of the job interview and
show the hiring manager what lies beyond what is stated on
your CV. The ultimate key to answering successfully is to
prepare and customize your elevator pitch according to the
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position you are interviewing for and ideally even practice it
with family or friends so that next time potential employers
ask you about yourself, you amaze them and get the job.
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by Joana Costa
Intern at USJ’s Internship and Career Office
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