I have an interview for a bank tomorrow...need help?

Question

i have an interview at a bank tomorrow and i need help since my last interviews havent worked out because i never get called.

first of all i've already researched the company but what are some good questions i should ask?

what should i wear?

they're gonna give me a basic math test, so what exactly shoud i be studying?

i also need to know what type of questions they're going to ask?

and finally at my last job i was only there for a month and i got hospitalized and didnt return to work how should i explain this to them?

thanks so much for your help!!

Answer 1

here are a few tips from my blog:

Rehearse beforehand.Prior to your interview, prepare answers to common questions the interviewer is likely to ask, such as What are your strengths and weaknesses? Why do you want to work here? Why should we hire you? and the ever popular Tell me about yourself. You can download interview questions. Conduct a mock interview with a trusted friend as practice. This works best if you can record it. This way you can see what your body language is saying as well. Non-verbal communicates makes up to 80% to 90% of the message being sent.

Secure your references.Get the details, numbers, address, etc. Bring in letters if you have them. Find at least three key people — former supervisors, colleagues, or instructors — who are willing to serve as your professional references. Be sure to secure their permission beforehand, and be certain that they will speak highly of you if contacted by a potential employer. If you don’t have three professional references, use clergy members.

Arrive early.Be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes before the interview. Visit the restroom and check your appearance in the mirror. Announce yourself to the receptionist to let him or her know that you have arrived and that you have an appointment. Turn your cell phone off so it doesn’t ring during your meeting.

Bring necessary documentation.Make a checklist of documents that you will need for the interview, and make sure that you have them in your briefcase before leaving home. These documents may include extra copies of your résumé, a passport, driver’s license, Social Security card, or portfolio of writing samples or other professional work. If you are a recent graduate, you should also bring along your college transcripts.

Sell yourself.The interview is your chance to shine, so now is not the time to be humble. Develop a 25-second sales pitch that sings your praises. In business this is called an “elevator speech,” a compelling overview of why you? that can be recited in the time it takes to ride the elevator. It should include your strengths, your abilities, and what sets you uniquely apart from other applicants.

Don’t neglect to ask questions. Based on your earlier research, ask how the responsibilities of the open position relate to the company’s goals and plans for the future. Interviewers are often favorably impressed by candidates who show that they are knowledgeable about the organization. Another resource is a book I use 201 Best Questions to Ask on Your Interview, by John Kandor. Listed below

Follow up.After the interview, don’t forget to send a handwritten note or friendly email thanking the interviewer for his or her time and consideration, as well as restating your interest and commitment to the position. If you don’t hear anything after one week, call to politely inquire when they will be making a final decision. You have come this far take the energy to follow through, Thank you cards have always worked well for me and my clients.

To read the rest of the post and one on how to negotiate your salary check out http://www.bestemploymentresources.com.

I would ask them point blank if they are expanding, but put it in a question that you can slip in a sales pitch. I am very good at certain skill and think that would be helpful if you were planing on expanding. Are you?

I wouldn't volunteer too much information on why you left your last job, especially if it was for psychiatric reasons. Unless you have a carefully prepared statement to re-assure the employer that you are fit for work. Or you are going to ask for reasonable accomodations, check NAMI for information on the ADA and how to approach the employer. If it was a chronic, short-term illness, just explain, but be prepared to assure them you are fit for work.

Also on my blog I have a list of questions to ask your employer.