How to Succeed in a Flight Attendant Interview
Many people dream of becoming flight attendants. This job features many perks, including free travel to exotic locations and meeting new people regularly. It can also be a difficult position because flight attendants must remain professional in stressful situations, be on their feet all day and deal with difficult customers. Airline companies have stringent hiring practices to ensure they choose candidates who will be the best fit for the position. There are many things you can do to prepare for a flight attendant interview.
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Dress impeccably and make sure your grooming is perfect. First impressions go a long way in a flight attendant interview, as these professionals represent the airline on the front lines. In fact, many people judge an airline by its flight attendants. When you go to the interview, you'll want to dress in a conservative suit that flatters you. The interviewers should be able to picture you in their company uniform by what you wear. Make sure your hair is neat and don't wear too much makeup, perfume or cologne. You may even want to go get a manicure before the interview to ensure your fingernails look perfect.
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Smile and be personable the entire time you're at the interview. Most airline interviews begin with a large room of at least a hundred applicants who receive mini-interviews. The best ones are chosen to complete a second round of interviews later in the day. You'll be observed the entire time you're in the interview room, so act friendly toward your co-applicants and be on your best behavior. Interviewers are basically looking for someone who remains calm under pressure, who is outgoing and sociable with strangers. Stay off the cell phone and avoid acting rude or impatient while you wait for your interview.
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Practice answering prospective questions beforehand with a friend. Expect to answer several staple questions, such as "Tell me about yourself," and "Why do you want to be a flight attendant?" Avoid the cliche stock answer of, "I love to travel!" Instead, show the interviewer that you did your research by answering with specifics of why you want to work for their particular airline. Before you go to the interview, think of specific examples of when you handled stressful situations or irate customers at past jobs. Use these examples to show that you're the best fit for the position. Be sure to mention that you speak another language fluently, that you have no problem being away from home for long periods, and that you make friends easily.
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