CU Grad Webinars — Interview Preparation With Jeff Reep
Learn how to prepare, answer, and stand out in job interviews.
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In this CU Grad webinar, Jeff Reep shares practical, actionable advice on how to succeed in interviews. He explains why preparation matters, how to build an interview “toolbox” of stories and examples, and how to separate yourself from other candidates by communicating with confidence, clarity, and purpose.
From traditional interview questions to behavioral questions, oddball questions, and illegal questions, this session helps students think ahead, answer strategically, and make the most of every opportunity.
Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction to the webinar and Jeff Reep
3:02 Prepare and separate yourself
6:07 Big Interview and virtual interview practice
9:37 Traditional interview questions
11:01 Behavioral interview questions and STAR responses
16:42 Oddball and illegal questions
19:53 Keep a notebook of questions and stories
20:33 Research the company and its needs
24:25 Questions to ask the interviewer
26:21 Points to sell in your answers
29:34 Prepare materials, rest, dress, and arrive early
32:53 Handshake, eye contact, smile, and poise
35:22 Be enthusiastic and strategic
38:31 Be ready with your opening answer
42:33 Close well and follow up
46:03 Virtual interview tips
48:34 Strengths, weaknesses, and concise answers
52:58 Diversity, cultural competence, and tough questions
Use these takeaways to strengthen your job search, practice mock interviews, and show employers that you are prepared, professional, and ready to contribute. Jeff’s guidance is designed to help Cedarville students and alumni approach interviews with wisdom, humility, and confidence, while clearly communicating the value they bring to an organization.
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Whether you are preparing for your first internship interview or a full-time job search, this webinar offers a clear framework for answering questions, asking thoughtful questions, and finishing strong. Jeff Reap walks through practical steps for researching an employer, practicing responses, presenting yourself well, and following up after the interview so you can leave a lasting impression and make the best decision for your future.