Caw 11-5

Chapter 11: Interview Like a Pro
CAREER ACTION WORKSHEET
11-5 Do Your Homework before Every Interviews 
Each time you receive a new job interview, use this form as soon as you can to help you
prepare for this interview. Check off items you have completed and answer the
questions.
Understand the Job Posting. Make a copy of the job description, and do the following:
 Circle words in the job description that are new to you or unique to this company.
 Look up the meaning of unfamiliar words in the job description to ensure you know
what they mean for this career field and this company. Write the meaning on the
job description.
 Number each job skill requirement (1, 2, 3, etc.), and on a separate piece of paper,
write the numbers and a brief description of how you meet these qualifications.
Outline your examples and stories related to this job that can give the interviewer
confidence that you are qualified. Attach the separate pages to this worksheet.
Understand the Company. Find the company website (or Wikipedia page) and answer
the following questions:
When was the company started?
Fastenal Company started in 1967
Who are the owners/leaders of this company?
Founded by Bob Kierlin
What is the major product(s) this company provides?
The Company is a distributor of threaded fasteners, bolts, nuts, screws, studs, and
related washers, as well as miscellaneous supplies and hardware, such as pins,
machinery keys, concrete anchors, metal framing systems, wire rope, struts, rivets, and
related accessories.
Where is the company located? Is there more than one location?

Ohio: Cincinnati, Fairfield, Middletown, Wilmington, and Dayton
Indiana: Madison
Kentucky: Erlanger
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What is the company’s stated mission or purpose?
To help the innovators* of the world achieve supply chain excellence by engaging locally,
scaling globally, and serving relentlessly.
Does the company state its values or principles? If so, write them here or attach a
copy.
Ambition: A determined, energetic work ethic

Innovation: The ability to repeatedly bring ideas, modifications, and improvements to
business and personal practices
Integrity: Fair, respectful, and moral behavior in all situations
Teamwork: Coordination of talented individuals whose focus is to achieve a common
goal
How might you work the information above into your interview discussion?
I might work the information into interview discussion by demonstrate my enthusiasm

for the company, my understanding of its values and mission, and my ability to bring
value to the organization.
Identify Current Events for the Company. Do a general search on the company’s name
and the name of the top leaders or owners, then answer these questions:
How recently was this company in the news?
Fastenal offer a variety of services and solutions to help you reduce your total cost of
ownership and redirect resources toward your fundamental purpose.
Is the news about this company generally favorable or not?
Yes, the news is favorable.
What does this news tell you about the company?
This news tells that Fastenal offers a suite of service models and technology solutions to
bring efficiency, visibility, and control to your supply chain.
How might you be able to use this news in an interview discussion to demonstrate
that you are the person they want for this job?
I can use the information about the company's news to demonstrate that you are the
right person for the job by showing how your skills and experiences align with the
company's current goals and challenges. In addition, I can demonstrate how strengths

and experiences directly relate to the company's needs and values; I can showcase
myself as the ideal candidate for the job.
Learn about your interviewer. Try to find out the name of the person who will interview
you. Do a general Internet and social media search on this person, and answer the
following questions.
What do I have in common with this person? Neighborhood? Schooling? Hobbies or
Interests?
Is this person someone who can offer me the job directly? Or is he or she someone
who will recommend me to others?
Is there a connection between this person and me? A mutual acquaintance? A

friend of a family member or networking contact? If so, describe the connection.
How might you use your knowledge of the interviewer in the interview discussion?
Add your completed work to the “About Jobs” section of your Career Builder Files.


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Chapter 11: Interview Like a Pro

CAREER ACTION WORKSHEET

11-5 Do Your Homework before Every Interviews 

Fastenal Company started in 1967

Who are the owners/leaders of this company?

Founded by Bob Kierlin

What is the major product(s) this company provides?

Where is the company located? Is there more than one location?

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What is the company’s stated mission or purpose?

Ambition: A determined, energetic work ethic

I might work the information into interview discussion by demonstrate my enthusiasm

Is the news about this company generally favorable or not?

Yes, the news is favorable.

What does this news tell you about the company?

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Is there a connection between this person and me? A mutual acquaintance? A

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