Interview Strategies
Career Coaching Corner
with Vincent Turner, SSV Career & Transition Counselor
Interviews can be stressful even when you are prepared. Join us for insight into the interview process and strategies to manage the stress. Remember, all stress is not bad and can be motivational. We'll discuss a few strategies to navigate your interview successfully.
TOPICS:
Do your research on the role and the company.
Look for and respond to nonverbal cues.
When given the opportunity, ask questions.
Ask the interviewer to repeat the question(s) for clarity and to buy more time for responses.
End well. Reiterate your desire for the position with enthusiasm. Send/email a thank you postcard.
…and much more
In this hour-long discussion we’ll first spend time on the topic discussion and then open the conversation to help troubleshoot your job search experience and network with other Veterans. Q&A may extend beyond the hour to ensure everyone is helped.
Today’s Coach:
Vincent Turner
Veteran Career & Transition Counselor
Vincent is a US Army Veteran, he dedicates her time to mentoring other Veterans every day as a valued member of the Still Serving Veterans’ Career & Transition team.
What to expect:
Free - all of our services are provided at no cost to Veterans or their spouses.
Who can attend? Active duty, Reserves, National Guard, Veterans, Military Spouses
If you have one, bring a job description for the type of position you’re looking for. We can help you prepare by giving you tips specific to the job you want.
If you’d rather talk with a career counselor one-on-one before you attend a workshop, Click here to set up an appointment - Virtual or in-person at the Huntsville, AL or Phenix City, AL/Chattahoochee Valley Still Serving Veterans Offices.
SSV’s new Career Coaching Corner brings Counselors and HR Industry Experts to you live to discuss current trends in the Veteran Job Search space. Each episode will include topics specifically chosen to improve the speed and quality of your Veteran job search as well as live Q&A to help get you hired faster.
All courses are taught by Veteran Counselors specially trained and experienced in helping Veterans find fulfilling careers.