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Iv'e got my first interview tomorrow with a company for my bricklaying apprenticeship.
Im shitting it.
Anyone got any tips?

Before the interview don't get yourself worked up, try and keep calm.

When you meet the interviewer, give them a good firm handshake. Too light and they'll sense your nerves.

Maintain eye contact. Keep your head up and speak clearly, don't mumble into your chest whilst looking into your lap.

A big mistake a young lad who came for an interview at our place last week was to just read from his CV. Big no no. Be prepared for the kind of question's they'll ask, most likely 'tell me a bit about yourself' and 'why do you want the job?'.

Good luck mate.

Just be yourself fella

Look smart, appear keen, ask lots of questions at the end............... write them down on a piece of paper and take it in with you.

That is always a good sign for me...........it shows that the candidate has sat down and thought about his future

Good luck mate

smart mate. shitting it. bricks. brilliant.

Don't ummmm and errrrrrrr either, and just do what everyone else has said. Good luck.




p.s. see your space bar's fixed   :D

http://www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk/JCP/Customers/Jobhuntinghelp/Interviewpreparations/index.html

good luck mate.

me old mans a bricky and as long as you can swear, wolf whistle, like football, be in the pub by 12 on a friday, you'll be fine  :wink:

....and wen uv got the job, make sure you fall (intended) for the old gags of getting sent for a long weight, sky hook etc... :soapy tit wank:

camouflage paint?

Do a bit of research on the company tonight, and prepare a question to ask back. Just remember the interviewer is often as nervous as the interviewee.

Good luck.

(I'll leave the mortar life pun to neville)

FFS

Neville is like the human virus off of the Matrix.

Neo-ly enough to drive you mad.

Show some breasts, thats what I mark people on

Marvellous !  I hadn't even thought of that, now I'm getting credit by proxy, without having to trowel through all the threads first.

I'm glad we've laid that foundation  :-))(

Dont start pointing at things in the office

I work in recruitment and this is what we send out, good luck today fella:

Interview Preparation Guidelines:

1.   RESEARCH THE ORGANISATION / WEBSITE
Find out as much as you can about the company.  This kind of preparation will help you answer some specific questions and may suggest some questions you would like to ask.  It also shows your interest in the company and this will influence the employer's interest in you.  Being able to converse intelligently about the company will create a very favourable impression.

2.   PREPARE
Make a list of your strengths and weaknesses, your skills and talents, your ambitions, your experiences and your values.  It is important to have a clear idea of who you are, what you want and where you are going.  You need to have confidence in yourself (but NEVER be overconfident).  Frequently, employers will ask one of the following open-ended questions: “Tell me about yourself”, "Why should we hire you?" or "What can you do for us?".  Be prepared.

3.   BE ON TIME
Fifteen minutes early is a good rule.  This will allow you to present yourself to the receptionist in a relaxed and composed manner.

4.   APPEARANCE
Present yourself professionally and conservatively.  Remember, the company is interested in finding someone who is comfortable with their culture, not someone who is interested in making a fashion statement.  Avoid the overuse of cologne/perfume as it will not help and may hurt.  Your appearance is an expression of your inner state of mind.  Being poorly dressed shows lack of good taste and an apathetic attitude.  In other words, "dress for success". You only get one chance to make a first impression.  Interviewers will size you up within 30 seconds of laying their eyes on you.  The first impression is a lasting one.

5.   GREETING
Be pleasant and engaging.  Maintain a lot of energy, enthusiasm, and excitement.  Good eye contact, a strong handshake and a confident smile will get everything off to a good start.  Remember, the interviewer is looking for someone to hire; they like your resume or you wouldn’t be there.  Greet the interviewer(s) by their last name(s) in a friendly, but businesslike manner.  Don't use the interviewer’s first name unless specifically asked to do so.

6.   COMPOSURE
Remain standing until you are offered a seat.  Once seated, sit erectly; do not slouch. Place your arms and hands on the armrests of the chair.  Be certain that your body language is natural and complementary to the discussion.  Leaning back could give the impression of a lax attitude.  A defensive person will be closed off (i.e. folded arms across the chest).  Maintain eye contact throughout the interview.
It is natural to be nervous in anticipation of an interview.  Remember though, it is a meeting of those with a mutual interest.  Interviewers are sometimes stern without intending to be. You are there at their invitation.

7.   NOTES
Bring a pen and paper, but avoid taking notes during your interview.  Immediately following the interview, jot down key points that you want to remember.

8.   ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Indicate the impact you have had while working for your current and previous employer(s). This would include any major accomplishments and organisational changes that you have created/implemented.  This is a good time to share ideas about what you can do for the interviewer's company.  Have a plan before the interview.

 
9.   PROBLEM SOLVING AND THINKING SKILLS
Demonstrate that you have the ability to solve job-related problems and that you anticipate what needs to be done.  If you have been able to see the job description (if not, ask your consultant to provide something similar), look at the duties and visualise events that may occur and how you would rectify the situation.  Also consider your own role and how you have solved problems that have occurred in the past.  

10.   LEADERSHIP
Let the interviewer know that you have the ability to persuade and motivate others.  Team leadership is a component of both management and personality.  Share management ability and style and organisational skills.
 
11.   YOUR QUESTIONS
Be prepared to ask several questions at the end of the interview, but avoid questions about compensation or benefits.

12.   INTEREST
If, at the conclusion of the interview, you are still interested in the position, be certain that the interviewer knows this.  Indicate that you want to pursue the opportunity and ask what the next step will be.

13.   STAY POSITIVE
Even if, during the interview, your instincts tell you that the position isn’t right for you, keep that to yourself for now.  Once home, you may change your mind.  If, after thinking about it further, you still feel the position is not a good fit for you, make sure you take yourself out of consideration professionally.  If appropriate, let the company know that you would like to keep the door open for future opportunities.

Usually farting, belching, swearing and whistling are no-no's...........

But as you're applying to be a brickie, I would suggest you do all of the above.

Bending over and showing a large amount of bottom cleavage would also be a good idea..........................

Make sure you Know what a brick is

It didn't go to bad, i'll find out later on today if i've got it.

Did you follow my advice?

:D
No sorry

The most annoying thing about interviews is umming and arring! I fucking hate it. If you are thinking do it without saying anything, silcince is not a bad thing!

aslo what ever you do makesure you abuse the interview. I was 3/4 thourgh an interview with a chatty bloke and we got talking about football he asked me who i support and i told him swindon he came back with leeds and i striaght away with out thinking said " i hate fucking hate leed" "dirty leeds". Funny eough he laughed and offered me the job threr and then.

I got it
:D:D:D

Well done!  :beers:

Fair play mate

Well done mate !!

 :beers:

Cheers all
:D

Right then ........:D
I started the job on site 2 weeks ago tomorrow, I was at college for the first week and 2 days.
I know your suppose to start from the bottom but all I was doing was lifting bricks and sweeping houses.
I then found out I could re-sit some exams...and if pass I can go on to do my A Levels.
So I quit the job and have just started 6 form, I have now found out if I had made an effort with my coursewoek I would have been on at least C's.
So im back at school, and have an interview for a part time job on Monday.

FFS all that advice wasted  :x




Seriously though, all the best. 6th form/ college is ace.

Good for you


Dont waste a second chance though fella !

So when you started this bricklaying apprenticeship, were you hoping to miss out the bit about lifting bricks?  :D

Seriously though, enjoy 6th form.

That I didnt mind... it was more being left on my own down the road sweeping house after house.

I imagine that would very tedious, very quickly!

I'm on my own in a dark office going through paperwork, I would rather sweep houses  :cry:

I'm not going to say a word !

 :evil:

At least your in the warm :DT

Don't fuck it up second time round is all I would say.

Don't Brick it. :roll:

I'll get me coat.

Gazza that was fucking awful.