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Peter Alkema and Tracey Ashington

I am busy preparing for a physical job interview and all the content in this course is so helpful. I am really enjoying every minute of the course and I am learning so many great tips about the entire interview process. Thank you very much Peter and Tracey. You guys are amazing and super awesome. Keep up the great work. " - Shaunel Walker

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I am busy preparing for a physical job interview and all the content in this course is so helpful. I am really enjoying every minute of the course and I am learning so many great tips about the entire interview process. Thank you very much Peter and Tracey. You guys are amazing and super awesome. Keep up the great work. " - Shaunel Walker

In this course you will get the benefit from our 40 years of combined experience in interviews, recruitment, mentoring, coaching and career progression. Learn exactly how to handle an interview so that you maximise your opportunities in the workplace. Whether you are just starting out in your career or climbing the ladder, you will need to know how to ace an interview, this includes preparation, conducting yourself during the interview and follow-up afterwards.

You will learn our top tips for interviews to get the job or promotion you want. These are proven techniques that brings together Tracey's 20 years of graduate recruiting experience with Peter's 20 years of line management and consulting experience. There are engaging lessons, student Q&A, activities, downloads, PLUS you will submit your "elevator pitch" as an assignment which we will give you feedback on. Don't delay, get the job you want, but you will need to "interview like a boss. " ... get these top tips and more today when you enroll.

This course is engaging, practical and takes you on a powerful journey that supports your individual transformation as a student, or professional at any stage of your career.

Get the following when you enrol:

  • Engaging lessons that teach you key concepts and build up your confidence so you can apply what you've learnt

  • A whiteboard lesson that teaches you an overview of the course and your journey of personal transformation to achieve your goal

  • Activities for each major lesson so you can take action and apply what you have learnt and make sufficient progress

  • Downloadable worksheets that you can refer to and get the tips and tricks you need for your activities and actions

  • An assignment at the end of the course that ensures you continue to take action and achieve your goals

  • Access to Tracey Ashington at any time through the messaging and assignments feature of the platform

  • Encouragement from other students who are focused on the same goal, just like you

  • Articles, resources and additional material to maximise your learning experience and ensure you achieve your goal

Enrol today and we look forward to boosting your career with a job-winning CV.

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What's inside

Learning objectives

  • Learn how to conduct yourself before, during and after an interview to make the best possible impression
  • Top tips for following up with a recruiter when you have been invited for an interview
  • Best preparation techniques for researching the role and finding out more about your interviewer
  • Questions and answers from a live interview webinar with job seekers; see what other people asked and how we answered them
  • How to handle questions in interviews; pause and think, engage with examples, wrap up well
  • Showing up at the interview, where to sit, stand, how to introduce yourself and more
  • Engage your interviewers with meaningful eye contact, balanced interaction and body language
  • Following up after an interview; email unanswered questions, find out about next steps
  • Write your elevator pitch and submit it to us for feedback; this the 2-3 minutes when you make your first (and best) impressions
  • Manage virtual interviews and learn how to put backup plans in place
  • What employers are looking for in interviews and how to best position yourself as the ideal candidate
  • Dress code considerations for interviews; understanding role, industry and your brand
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Syllabus

Introduction

In this lesson I give you the full introduction to this course and explain what you get and how it works. You'll learn top tips to ace your next interview and get the job you want.

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Throughout this course we will celebrate your progress at 25%, 50%, 75% and 100%. I really want you to succeed but you need to take action and keep going so look forward to these milestones of progress. I will see you there and cheer you on as you keep going from one milestone to the next >>

In this lesson I teach you key concepts from the course and link them to your career progression as you get better and better at interviews. I also explain how the course works so you take action and stay engaged all the way through.

In this lecture, you'll meet Tracey Ashington, professional career coach and top rated graduate recruiter. Tracey talks about her passion for helping people get the jobs they want and the prep work to get there, of which interviews is a critical step on your journey to success.

This is your opportunity to share something about yourself with the rest of the students in this course. Tell us all about your goals and what you want to achieve. You can come back to this board and add more thoughts as you go through the course and achieve your goals. Seeing all the other students in the course will also motivate you and keep you going as you participate in this community of learning.

In this lesson I teach you insights from my own interview experiences. I've been in some tough interviews that didn't go well and I've aced other interviews. I've also conducted numerous interviews and give you principles and practices for achieving interview success in your own career.

In this course there are worksheets for each lesson and an all-in-one workbook which you can download and use for reference as you prepare for your next interview. In this lesson I show you the workbook so you can see all the reference tips and techniques that you will have in this downloadable resource.

The Great Resignation Requires A Great Re-skilling
Ace Your Interview! Smart Tips From Peter For Interview Success
Let Us Help You Improve Your Interview Skills - Peter
Congratulations! You Have An Upcoming Interview, Let Us Learn How To Prepare
How To Prepare For A Virtual Interview
You Must Do As Much Research As Possible Before Your Interview
Arriving At An Interview And First Impressions
How To Handle Questions In An Interview
The Do's And Don'ts Of A Virtual Interview
How To Create An Impact Towards The End Of An Interview & Leave An Impression
After Any Interview, Follow Up & Learn From The Experience
How To Manage That Long Awaited Phone Call!
Interview Like A Boss: Tracey's Top Tips

In this lesson Tracey talks about how she coaches people for interviews and tells her own story of being a young grad in London and her first scary interview. She pulled it off and it set her career on the right track; she wants you to have the same success on your career journey.

In this lesson, Tracey takes you step by step how to prepare for an interview. It's fantastic news that you have been invited for an interview but in order to be successful you will need to do research and find out everything you can about the role, the company and even the person that will be interviewing you.

Interview logistics and details really matter. Confirm the details, check the route, manage your timing and show up early. Tracey teaches you step by step everything you need to know to get the details right and maximise your chances of showing up on your A game.

Peter explains why manhole covers are round and how he handled similar questions in interviews. Tracey explains how to handle difficult questions in general

In this lesson I check in with you and prompt you to take action and apply what you've been learning. Take some notes about what you have learnt and be sure to approach your next interview with this new knowledge.

Interview Like A Boss: Everything You Need To Know To Ace Your Interview

Tracey teaches you what to do when you arrive for your interview. Where to stand, sit, how to introduce yourself, choose your set and much more. As a candidate, these are all part of the crucial first impressions that you create with your prospective employer.

It's crucial that you are engaging and focused in the interview. You may have only one interviewer or you could be in front of a panel. Learn top tips for being engaging and on your A game in your boss level interview.

How To Handle Questions In An interview Like A Boss! Learn Tips From The Best

Learn from Tracey's 20 years of experience in prepping people for interviews. There are ways you can handle the tough questions and ace your interview. Don't miss these top tips to make sure you have the best interview possible.

More Top Tips About Handling Questions To Ensure You Give Your Best Interview
Boss Level Hot Tip - How To Handle: "Do you have any questions for us?"

A learning culture is important for organisations in a VUCA 4IR world and they need to hire people that are constantly learning, re-learning and unlearning. Tracey answers Peter's question about this and demonstrates a powerful interview technique.

What To Wear, Virtual Interviews More Boss Level Top Tips For Interviews

In this lesson, Tracey tackles the tough debate about what to wear in an interview. The way you dress says a lot about you and your brand but it also sends a message to interviewers and recruiters. Learn from Tracey's decades of interview experience of what works and doesn't work.

As the world digitised and responded to the pandemic so recruiting and interviews have shifted online. You need to think differently about how to be successful in this new world, hear top tips from Tracey plus an incredible story about one of her clients and how they handled it when everything went wrong.

How To Handle The Virtual Interview: Boss Level Top Tips For Audio, Sound ++
Live Conversation, Q&A With Tracey And Peter: We Answer Your Interview Questions

Diving right in to this amazing live discussion about interviews with graduate recruiter Tracey Ashington. Peter and Tracey answer a range of interview related questions from the viewers who are keen maximise their job opportunities by learning how to interview like a Boss.

So you've got the phone call to come in for an interview but what are some of the things to think about at this early stage which can maximise your chances and help you be successful?

Peter has hired and interviewed numerous people in his 20 year career. He talks about the importance of being an engaged candidate and how this actually looks positive from the recruiter's perspective.

Dress code is always a big question for candidates going to interviews and Tracey breaks it all down for this live guest of the webinar.

In this lesson Tracey provides more advice about dress code and talks about a candidate that was very unprofessional in an interview process.

Tracey answers a question from a viewer about how to stay focused and reduce nerves in order to give the best possible interview.

Virtual interviews have become more common since the global lockdowns of 2020. There are definitely things you can do to improve your chances when you are asked to attend a virtual interview.

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How do you handle a question about a previous work environment when it was toxic and possibly you didn't leave under good circumstances.

Employers will ask you what your areas of weakness are but you might be worried about answering this question if it puts you in a negative light in the interview.

The world of work has changed and many people are staying for shorter periods at companies. But does this look bad in an interview if you have moved around a lot?

The elephant in the room is often salary expectations and there is a right way and a wrong way of handling discussions about salary throughout the interview process.

Tracey often does mock interviews to help her clients prepare for the real thing. She talks about ways you can do mock interviews and also shares a great tip for remembering people's names in a panel interview.

Assignment: Prepare A Pitch - Boss Level Response to "Tell us about yourself?"
Tracey Explains: Prepare Your Best First Impression & Get Feedback From Tracey
Prepare Your 2-3 Minute Elevator Pitch To Make A Boss-Level 1st Impression
Test your knowledge now to achieve your goals!
You can do it! Maximise your score and boost your learning!
Conclusion

Are you studying and need help? ??? Do you need a breakthrough in a specific area of your degree? Join thousands of my other students that have learnt to: write, plan, reference, get motivated, organise their time and benefit from so many more tips and techniques. ?Achieve your goals! Write better, research better, finish your reports! Study harder, go further, get your degree and make your contribution. My name is Peter Alkema and I am your online student success coach. I have a PhD and I've helped thousands of my students achieve their goals, like Flora Makgale: "What an amazing course! After finishing this course, I have confidence. Thank so much Dr Peter Alkema" Tulongeni Shilunga: "This is exactly the jump-start I needed. Very clear and concise." Lebogang Tswelapele: "This is what I have been longing for" Paskalia Ndapandula: "Peter speaks with so much clarity" Werner van Wyk: "Thank you Peter, once again your lesson and course have given me so much knowledge and understanding" Yvonne Rudolph "I really look forward to take everything i learned in action" Josephine Mahlangu: "exactly what I needed to know, absolutely valuable and helpful for my personal growth"

The most important question you can ask your boss
Interview Tips To Get The Job You Want: Learn More With Career Coach Tracey
Introduction of the speaker and about the topic to be discuss on the webinar
On applying a job, are the employers strict on academic results or more strict
How often people get a certain percentage to get a job on a company
What expected for students to say when asks for a question Tell me more
What are the things to say on an interview if you have zero experience
Does the employees current CTC affect terms of landing a well paying job
When can Law students find mentors for direction, guidance and inspiration
What kind of questions an interviewee can ask at the end of interview
What questions can one ask the interviews to get a better understanding
Is there a generic message you can use when approaching potential mentors and
Thoughts on the webinar and services offered on students to prepare for interv
Full 1 hour Webinar: How To Get A Job With Tracey Ashington
Interview Tips To Get The Job You Want_ Learn More With Career Coach Tracey Ashi
Live Webinar Recording: Top Rated CV Coach Tracey Ashington Walks You Through CV
Interview Prep Masterclass - Webinar: Top rated career coach Tracey Ashington
Mastering an Investment Banking Interview
Introduction of Tracey Ashington
Introduction of background of Matsebe Thulare, CPA and Thlogi Moteni
What was the toughest questions was asked during Banking interview?
What question usually asked to decide the persons interest on the Bank?
Is knowledgeor eagerness to learn more important in interviewing candidate
What is the question that you find your asking interviews people often get wrong
Introduction of Josh Gloak
The toughest questions to be asked and What questions usually asked - by Josh
High-Level snapshot banking for everyone
What skills to learn to ensure for smoother transition between vasty and banking
Are the banks overlap investments global banking programs?
How do we get practical experience various aspects bankings while on university
What is a definite deal breaker for an interview and to avoid and doing
How do you respond to a technical question that you dont know the answer

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Provides insights from both a recruiter's and a line manager's perspective, offering a well-rounded view of the interview process
Includes downloadable worksheets that serve as a reference for interview preparation, which can be a valuable resource for learners
Offers an assignment where learners submit their elevator pitch for feedback, providing personalized guidance and improvement opportunities
Features Q&A from a live interview webinar, allowing learners to benefit from the questions and concerns of others in similar situations
Requires learners to prepare an elevator pitch, which may take time and effort outside of the core lessons
Includes lessons on virtual interviews, which have become increasingly relevant in today's job market and require specific preparation

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Job Interview Like A BOSS! How To Turn An Interview To A Job with these activities:
Review Common Interview Questions
Familiarize yourself with common interview questions and practice your answers to build confidence and reduce anxiety during the actual interview.
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  • Find a list of common interview questions online.
  • Write down your answers to each question.
  • Practice your answers out loud.
Read 'What Color Is Your Parachute?'
Gain a deeper understanding of the job search process and learn how to identify your skills and strengths to better present yourself in interviews.
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  • Obtain a copy of 'What Color Is Your Parachute?'
  • Read the sections on self-assessment and skills identification.
  • Complete the exercises in the book to identify your strengths and weaknesses.
Prepare Your Elevator Pitch
Craft a concise and compelling elevator pitch to effectively introduce yourself and your skills to potential employers.
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  • Identify your key skills and experiences.
  • Write a short summary of your background and career goals.
  • Practice delivering your pitch in a clear and confident manner.
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Conduct Mock Interviews
Practice your interview skills with peers to receive feedback and improve your performance under pressure.
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  • Find a partner to conduct mock interviews with.
  • Take turns interviewing each other using common interview questions.
  • Provide constructive feedback to each other on your performance.
Analyze Your Interview Performance
Record yourself answering common interview questions and analyze your performance to identify areas for improvement.
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  • Record yourself answering common interview questions.
  • Watch the recording and identify areas where you can improve.
  • Practice your answers again, focusing on your areas for improvement.
Review 'Knock 'em Dead' by Martin Yate
Learn effective strategies for answering difficult interview questions and negotiating salary to increase your chances of success.
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  • Obtain a copy of 'Knock 'em Dead'.
  • Read the sections on interview strategies and salary negotiation.
  • Practice the techniques described in the book.
Network with Professionals in Your Field
Connect with professionals in your field to learn about their experiences and gain insights into the job market.
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  • Identify professionals in your field that you would like to connect with.
  • Reach out to them via LinkedIn or email to request an informational interview.
  • Prepare questions to ask them about their career path and experiences.

Career center

Learners who complete Job Interview Like A BOSS! How To Turn An Interview To A Job will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Career Coach
A career coach guides individuals in their professional development, assisting with job searches, interviewing skills, and career planning. This course aligns perfectly with the work of a career coach, providing insights into interview techniques and strategies. By learning how to ace an interview, a career coach can better guide their clients. The course's focus on preparation, conducting oneself during an interview, and following up afterwards all directly translate into skills that a career coach can use and teach, and the ability to give feedback on an elevator pitch is especially helpful.
University Career Advisor
A university career advisor assists students with career exploration, job searching, and interview preparation. This course equips a career advisor with the necessary knowledge of interview strategies to effectively guide students. The course covers critical topics such as interview preparation, handling questions effectively, and mastering follow-up techniques. Being able to advise students on how to present themselves and their experience, including creating an elevator pitch, is fundamental to the role of a university career advisor.
Recruiter
A recruiter identifies, interviews, and selects candidates to fill job openings within an organization. This course helps a recruiter understand the candidate's perspective, enabling them to refine their interviewing skills, ask better questions, and create a more positive candidate experience. The course's emphasis on effective questioning, handling difficult inquiries, and understanding candidate concerns can greatly improve a recruiter's ability to assess talent. Learning the techniques of presenting oneself well in an interview helps a recruiter see these same techniques in candidates.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
A talent acquisition specialist sources, recruits, and hires candidates for various positions. This course can help a talent acquisition specialist sharpen their interview technique and better understand the candidate's perspective. Given that the course covers all stages of the interview process, from preparation to follow-up, the talent acquisition specialist can learn key strategies to enhance the recruitment process. This course also offers tips on how candidates should present themselves, offering more perspective to the talent acquisition specialist.
Human Resources Specialist
A human resources specialist manages employee-related matters including recruitment, onboarding, and training. This course will equip the human resources specialist with a thorough understanding of the interview process, allowing them to improve the company's hiring process. Because the course covers preparation, interview conduct, and follow-up, a human resources specialist can better train managers and other employees on these topics. In this course, the human resource specialist can learn how to handle questions, engage with examples, and make a good impression.
Hiring Manager
A hiring manager is responsible for identifying talent and selecting candidates to fill positions within their team. This course directly helps a hiring manager understand how to conduct effective interviews and identify top talent. The course is centered on how to maximize opportunities through the interview process, which is essential for any hiring manager. The course content, filled with specific techniques and strategies for interviewing, can lead to better hiring decisions and is important when a hiring manager is looking to fill a key position.
Training and Development Specialist
A training and development specialist creates and delivers programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge. This course provides content that a training and development specialist could incorporate into workshops, particularly around job interviewing skills and best practices. Since the course is designed to help people maximize their opportunities in the workplace, a training and development specialist can use the same principles to train others. The course's focus on interviewing techniques and preparation, combined with actionable assignments, provides a strong basis for training.
Team Lead
A team lead is responsible for overseeing the performance and development of a team. This course improves a team lead's ability to conduct effective interviews, which is important for hiring and team building. The course's structured approach and proven techniques, as well as instruction on how to prepare for and conduct interviews, can help a team lead refine their own ability in this area. The course also gives tips on how to engage, ask questions, and create a positive experience for those being interviewed, which is important when team building.
Management Consultant
A management consultant provides expert advice to organizations to improve their performance. This course helps a management consultant develop better interviewing skills which are essential for both hiring and understanding the client's needs. By mastering the interviewing process, the management consultant can gather more accurate insight about the client's challenges. The course also provides a framework for preparing and conducting effective meetings, a crucial part of a management consultant's role, especially when gathering information for projects.
Project Manager
A project manager plans, executes, and oversees projects to successful completion. While not directly related to project work, this course will help a project manager build their interviewing skills, which are used when building out their team or interacting with stakeholders. By understanding how to best present themselves and ask the right questions, a project manager can be more effective. The course's focus on preparation, effective communication, and follow-up all help a project manager secure resources and coordinate with teams.
Public Relations Specialist
A public relations specialist manages the perception of an organization or individual. This course may be useful to improve the public relations specialist's ability to handle media interviews effectively and to prepare clients for public appearances. Since the course covers a wide range of interview skills, the public relations specialist will learn skills that are very helpful in communicating with the media. The course emphasizes the importance of making a good impression and handling questions well, which aligns perfectly with the needs of public relations.
Sales Representative
A sales representative promotes products or services to potential clients. This course may help a sales representative refine their communication skills and make a stronger impression, which is useful for sales pitches and client relations. The course provides practical techniques for engaging with an audience, handling difficult questions, and presenting oneself effectively which are all directly applicable to sales. Learning to develop a good elevator pitch is a key skill for a sales professional.
Account Manager
An account manager maintains relationships with existing clients and ensures their satisfaction. This course may help the account manager improve their communication skills and ability to make a good impression. The course's focus on how to engage and present information, ask effective questions, and handle concerns can be useful in building relationships with clients. These communication techniques help an account manager better understand client needs and manage those relationships successfully.
Business Development Manager
A business development manager identifies and pursues new business opportunities. This course may be useful because it can help them hone their communication skills to make a positive impression on potential clients and partners. The course's guidance on effective interview techniques can also improve how a business development manager presents themselves at meetings and networking events. The course touches on making effective first impressions, preparing a presentation, and following up, all of which may contribute to success in business development.
Academic Advisor
An academic advisor supports students in achieving their academic goals by providing guidance and resources. This course may be helpful to the academic advisor, as it provides insight into how to better help students prepare for interviews and launch their careers. Specifically, the course covers the preparation, conduct, and follow up that is so important in securing a job opportunity. The advisor will gain insight into how to provide valuable feedback to students on their interview skills, especially their elevator pitch.

Reading list

We've selected two books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Job Interview Like A BOSS! How To Turn An Interview To A Job.
Comprehensive guide to job hunting and career change. It provides valuable insights into self-assessment, skills identification, and job market research. It is particularly useful for understanding your strengths and how to present them effectively during an interview. This book is commonly used by career counselors and job seekers alike.
Provides practical advice on all aspects of the job search, including resume writing, networking, and interviewing. It offers specific strategies for answering difficult interview questions and negotiating salary. This book valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their interview skills and land their dream job. It is often recommended by career coaches and recruiters.

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