MGMT350 - Unit 5 Individual Project
American Intercontinental University
January 3, 2012

How to have a successful interview

Introduction (the intent and purpose of the paper)

An interview is the most important element in the job searching process. When an employer contacts you for an interview, they are indicating that they are interested in bringing you on board. An interview helps you and the employer determine if the position would be a good fit. Employers hire by personality, confidence, enthusiasm, positive outlook on things, and whether or not someone has good interpersonal and communication skills.

Identifying 5 general (common) questions you believe will likely be asked by most interviewers. After each question prepare a “response” for each question addressing how you personally would address each question (be detailed and thorough in your replies):

• Question #1 – What do you expect to be doing in 5 years time?

o My personal response to that question: 5 years from now, I would like to see myself in an executive position at Allina Hospital. There I will have the opportunity to train other employees and have more responsibilities. If I can learn the company surroundings, I can further my business education within the company.

• Question #2 – What are your weaknesses?

o My personal response to that question: I personally am not a self-confident person and I find it difficult to talk to people I don’t know. However, working with patients on a daily basis and continually needing to speak to strangers has helped me.

• Question #3 – Do you have any questions? (University of Kent, n.d.).

o My personal response to that question: Thank you! I’d made a note to ask about your requirements for this position and information on training that is provided, but you did a great job with