SWA JobExpo ... when/where/why/who
02-06-2019, 09:38 PM
#123
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The ticket specifically states that they don't recommend any preparation other than updating your pilot credentials and resume. I've spoken with a few SWA pilots who say that preparation is discouraged even for the actual interview. They just want to get to know the real you, not a memorized version of you.
02-07-2019, 05:35 PM
#124
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Joined APC: Dec 2017
Position: 737 FO
Posts: 952
Originally Posted by IdahoFlyer
The ticket specifically states that they don't recommend any preparation other than updating your pilot credentials and resume. I've spoken with a few SWA pilots who say that preparation is discouraged even for the actual interview. They just want to get to know the real you, not a memorized version of you.
Do not underestimate the importance of having someone who understands airline hiring practices vet your stories and help you put the best foot forward. It sucks that this is the way of the world now, but it’s the game you have to play.
02-07-2019, 05:45 PM
#125
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Originally Posted by Zard
This is anecdotal, but 100% of the guys in my interview group who got the call you are hoping for used a prep service. The three guys who didn’t get the call happened to forgo interview prep. While they might say they want to get the real you, if the real you comes off as disorganized or inarticulate, then they’ll hire the guy who makes a better impression.
Do not underestimate the importance of having someone who understands airline hiring practices vet your stories and help you put the best foot forward. It sucks that this is the way of the world now, but it’s the game you have to play.
Do not underestimate the importance of having someone who understands airline hiring practices vet your stories and help you put the best foot forward. It sucks that this is the way of the world now, but it’s the game you have to play.
02-14-2019, 05:59 AM
#126
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Joined APC: Jun 2011
Posts: 12
Personally, I think the best information you can take away from this thread is to ask yourself who you are as a person. As the earlier poster mentioned, if you feel you may come off as sloppy and disorganized, you should think seriously about having a prep service help you out a bit with your presentation and delivery. Just make sure your still you, just a better polished and organized version of you. For a lot of people who are comfortable speaking about their past in front of a small panel, you’ll do fine. I elected to go with no prep service and got the call, but I can see it’s merit even if it’s just for the sake of calming your nerves a bit with a dress rehearsal. I think a lot of us here have been through a few interviews in our time so we know what kind of an interviewee we are. Some may just need to brush up on some gouge, some may need/want a little more prep. You are your best judge in that regard. Good luck to all of those in the pool, about to interview, and the folks going to the expo!
02-14-2019, 10:28 AM
#127
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Joined APC: Mar 2015
Position: B737
Posts: 3,645
I got prep for the panel interview, basically a practice session on how to structure stories. Stammering through an interview isn’t ideal!
That being said, I didn’t get the opportunity to tell a single dang story I’d practiced!
No prep on LOI—they can see through that. Robot canned responses on the 7 minute drill are not good. Don’t forget the debrief you conduct is a game changer.
That being said, I didn’t get the opportunity to tell a single dang story I’d practiced!
No prep on LOI—they can see through that. Robot canned responses on the 7 minute drill are not good. Don’t forget the debrief you conduct is a game changer.
02-17-2019, 05:01 AM
#129
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Joined APC: Aug 2007
Position: Boeing 737
Posts: 4,796
Originally Posted by n606tw
Amazing Expo ... thank you SWA Team! SWA is looking for 520 pilots for 2019 ... very promising!
Every SW pilot: “WHY?! We are SO overstaffed right now!”
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