scripod.com

EP221 Interview Skills Part 1 - The Introduction | The Office

Shownote

Welcome to English Learning Podcast, the podcast created for the followers of EnglishPod and all English language learners. New website: https://www.englishpod.cc By subscribing on website, you can view synchronized subtitles in real time, track your lea...

Highlights

In this episode, the hosts kick off a comprehensive 10-part series dedicated to mastering job interview skills. They begin by dissecting a sample dialogue between a candidate and an interviewer, breaking down key vocabulary and phrases. The conversation then shifts to the crucial elements of making a strong first impression, focusing on non-verbal communication and the cultural nuances of professional etiquette in North America.
06:28
A resume is for jobs, a CV is for academic positions.
11:53
First impressions are made in the first 30 seconds.
14:59
A firm handshake and eye contact are crucial in American job interviews.

Chapters

Breaking Down the Interview Dialogue: Key Vocabulary and the Resume vs. CV Distinction
00:00
Mastering the First 30 Seconds: Essential Phrases and the Art of Confident Speaking
09:19
The Cultural Weight of a Handshake: Non-Verbal Cues and Global Differences
14:59

Transcript

Marco: Hello, everyone, and welcome to EnglishPod. My name is Marco. Catherine: My name is Catherine, and today we have a very special lesson for you. This is actually the first in a series of lessons about interview skills, That's right. Marco: For 10 l...