Posted: 1/18/2009 3:05:12 PM EDT
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I've gone through two thus far and have my third coming up.
Any tips from LEO's out there on how to make a good initial impression? Thanks, Scott |
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I took an oral interview a few months ago, so I have a few pointers for you.
Firstly, shake hands with everyone on the board, and make eye contact while doing so. Secondly, buy a decent suit, be well groomed, and certainly be early for the interview. During the interview, it is important to remember to actually listen carefully to the questions posed and answer all parts of the questions. I made the mistake of not paying close enough attention on a couple of the questions, and not always answering the whole thing. I passed the interview so I must not have done too terrible. I’m sure guys with more experience will chime in. Good luck  .
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Wear a suit and tie, even if they say khakis and polo will be sufficient.
Sit up straight, look them in the eyes and dont fidget. Answer their questions to the best of your ability with fairly-short, succinct replies. (Dont go rambling is what Im getting at) Thats basically it. Just be yourself and remember to introduce yourself and give firm handshakes. |
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ARFCOM cop forum
You might get better responses at the above link. 
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+1 Marksman, what are you doing asking this in GD? I thought you did fine. Relax, be yourself, dress the part, and answer with confidence. Hang in there and keep testing. Bucky145 |
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Wear a suit and tie, even if they say khakis and polo will be sufficient. Sit up straight, look them in the eyes and dont fidget. Answer their questions to the best of your ability with fairly-short, succinct replies. (Dont go rambling is what Im getting at) Thats basically it. Just be yourself and remember to introduce yourself and give firm handshakes. Above. |
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Wear a suit and tie, even if they say khakis and polo will be sufficient. Sit up straight, look them in the eyes and dont fidget. Answer their questions to the best of your ability with fairly-short, succinct replies. (Dont go rambling is what Im getting at) Thats basically it. Just be yourself and remember to introduce yourself and give firm handshakes. Above.
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Wear a suit and tie, even if they say khakis and polo will be sufficient. Sit up straight, look them in the eyes and dont fidget. Answer their questions to the best of your ability with fairly-short, succinct replies. (Dont go rambling is what Im getting at) Thats basically it. Just be yourself and remember to introduce yourself and give firm handshakes. This plus shave, no watch, ring only if married. Don't try to be altruistic or a know-it-all. |
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Sounds like I got it all covered then
Just wanted to make sure I wasn't missing anything. Sometimes when you overthink things you miss them, just wanted to make sure that I hadn't. Still get nervous, probably always will. I don't think I'll ever be completely comfortable going into these things. |
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1. Wear a suit
2. Shave/Haircut (if you have still have any). 3. No Jewelry, except a wedding ring. 4. Nice shoes 5. Conservative tie 6. Look people in the face when speaking, shift attention 7. Be yourself, confident/sure of yourself 8. Listen to the questions, don't change your answers (if given scenarios). 9. Handshake(s) when you enter. 10. Handshake(s) when you leave. 11. Ask questions if asked. Think of some good ones before hand. 12. Know the history of the department, key facts. 13. Bring paper/pen/resumes in a black binder. Just in case. Mostly common sense stuff. |
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Show them that you are a team player.
Show them that you can think on your feet, but that you have an ethical and moral compass. Show them that you can follow directions, and can follow orders. ASK QUESTIONS. the questions you ask reveal a lot about how interested you are in the job. Right this minute, I'll bet you are competing against others for the job. So set yourself apart from others. Say "What makes me better than the others is..." |