Evaluating Mock Interview

1. How did you prepare for the mock interview? 

First off, I picked a position that I would like to be interviewed for (high school counselor). Then I asked my mom, who has been in business for over twenty years, what questions she would ask a possible employer. After that I simply thought about why I wanted to be a high school counselor, why I was passionate about it, reviewed my strengths, weaknesses, and other possible questions that I might be asked, and went in confident in myself.

2. Did you research the organization or business which you were interviewing for? What was their mission statement? What values does that organization or business advance? Did you research the field or the specific job to anticipate answers? How did you adapt?

I didn't pick an exact school that I wanted to be interviewed for, but if I had I would have reviewed their mission statement to understand why the school was up and running in the community that it was. Every community has kids, and all of the kids need help in school and with decisions about their future. I am passionate about the futures of these kids, and it shows.

3. What did you do well for the mock interview? 

I displayed confidence, had stories, and reviewed possible interview questions well, as well as making sure to be ready with questions of my own. I also dressed nicely and held proper posture.

4. What could you do next time you interview to improve?

I can review my employers better rather than just trusting in my own self's confidence and make sure that I am better prepared with stories and answers to possible questions, as well as more questions of my own.