Scouts Learn Job Interview Skills

At our April 13 and 20th meetings, Mr. Hsia and Mr. Black organized a two-part Job Interview Skills workshop for our Troop. The first date was the workshop where instruction was provided on interview skills. Then, on the 20th, each Scout underwent a mock interview with parent volunteers who served as "potential employers".

The activity helped the Scouts practice getting in front of people and expressing themselves in a positive manner. For their mock interview, each Scout chose from 5 different "jobs" and prepared for an interview as if they were applying for that job.

• Lawn mowing
• Newspaper delivery boy
• Selling game systems such as Nintendo, Xbox, ets
• City Parks activity coordinator
• Patrol Leader/Troop Guide

The Scouts learned the following tips on a having a good interview (The 2 Ps, Presentation and Preparedness)

Presentation:

• Being neatly dressed and groomed
• Good handshake and greeting
• Being pleasant and inquisitive
• Make sure your voice projects
• Make good eye contact at all times

Preparedness:

• Commonly asked questions

Why do you want this job and what makes you a good candidate?
What are your strengths and weaknesses?
What experience if any that you have?

• Be prepared to give examples and stories that you may have.

And finally, PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE (in front of a mirror and/or family member)!


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