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Hello and welcome to the fireproof interview course! I am so glad you have decided to join us. �You have made what could be one for the best decisions of your life. The interview process is by far the most critical point of the testing process. It is the one shot you have to sell yourself as the best possible fit for the fire department you are testing with. �This course will lift the fog and set you on the path to success.�So buckle in and enjoy the ride!

“You are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with”

~ Jim Rohn ~

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COMPUTER SET UP INSTRUCTIONS

For Windows Computers

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VIDEO RECORDING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Press the button
2. Fine the button to open the camera

PC ( Windows Based Computer )

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VIDEO RECORDING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Once the camera opens, ensure the angle and view are aligned so that you are visible from the waist up.
2. You may need to adjust the brightness setting depending on the lighting in the area you choose to record.
3. Press the button to start recording
4. Press the button to hide the camera app.
5. Even if the camera app is minimized, the camera will continue to record.

PC ( Windows Based Computer )

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VIDEO RECORDING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Open the Fireproof Interview PowerPoint Presentation
2. There are 2 ways to start the presentation
1. Press the
2. Click the Slide Show tab across the top ribbon the select
3. Once you have completed the interview, reopen the video recorder app and press the stop button
4. Save and label the video

PC ( Windows Based Computer )

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COMPUTER SET UP INSTRUCTIONS

Apple (Mac) Computers

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VIDEO RECORDING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Find and open the QuickTime app. Its Icon looks like
2. You may need to right click on the icon in the apps ribbon at the bottom of your screen to bring up the menu pictured.
3. Select New Movie Recording

MAC ( Apple Based Computer )

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VIDEO RECORDING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Once the camera opens, ensure the angle and view are aligned so that you are visible from the waist up.
2. You may need to adjust the brightness setting depending on the lighting in the area you choose to record.
3. Press the button to start recording

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• Press the button to hide the camera app.
• Even if the camera app is minimized, the camera will continue to record.

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MAC ( Apple Based Computer )

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VIDEO RECORDING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Open the Fireproof Interview PowerPoint Presentation
2. There are 2 choices to start the presentation
1. Press the
2. Click the Slide Show tab across the top ribbon the select

MAC ( Apple Based Computer )

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1. Open the Fireproof Interview PowerPoint Presentation
2. There are 2 ways to start the presentation
1. Press the
2. Click the Slide Show tab across the top ribbon the select
3. Once you have completed the interview, reopen up the QuickTime app and press the stop button
4. Save and label the video

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INTERVIEW INSTRUCTIONS

Follow the direction carefully for best results

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Each interview is comprised of 10 questions. Each question will be read to you as well as printed on the screen so you can follow along. ��Once the question has been read, a timer will appear and a 2 minute count down will start. There will be an audible waring when there are 5 seconds remaining.��Your goal is to keep your responses concise and to the point. Repeat each interview multiple time and refine your answers each time until you can thoroughly answer all questions in under 2 minutes.��It is HIGHLY recommended that your first time through each series of interview questions is completed and recorded having not pre-read any of the questions. This will give a true since as to where you are and where you can improve. It will also help you to adapt to thinking and answering questions on the fly.��Once you complete the interview immediately watch it. You will be able to see just what you look like to the interview panel. You will quickly discover any poor posture traits, speaking oddities or ticks you may have never noticed. Once you identify these you can work towards eliminating them.��It is recommended that you repeat this interview immediately after viewing the video while the new information gained is fresh in you memory.

Interview Instructions

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MOCK INTERVIEW�#1

Practice Does Not Make Perfect. Only Perfect Practice Makes Perfect

~ Vince Lombardi ~

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Tell us about yourself?���

Question #1

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2 minute� countdown timer

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Why do you want to work for the Fire Service?���

Question #2

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What do you know about our fire department?��

Question #3

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Tell us about a time that you were faced with a difficult or challenging task, decision or problem and how you handled it.���

Question #4

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What does teamwork mean to you? Tell of about a time you had to work as a team to accomplish a task.���

Question #5

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Why do you think you would be a good fit as a firefighter for our department?���

Question #6

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What, in your opinion, is the most valuable trait that a firefighter should possess?���

Question #7

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Can you please define honesty and integrity and why you feel they are important to the fire service?���

Question #8

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Where do you see the fire service going (how do you see it changing) in the next 5-10 years?���

Question #9

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If we were to contact your current or last employer, what is one negative thing they would say about you?���

Question #10

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2 minute� countdown timer

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Is there anything else you would like to add or clarify?���

Question #11

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2 minute� countdown timer

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CONGRATULATIONS!��You have completed Mock Interview #1�

The End

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Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.

~ Pele ~

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THANK YOU

Paul Brewer

Founder

Fire Service Life™

www.fireservicelife@gmail.com

http://www.fireservicelife.com

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ABOUT US

Our mission is to provide quality resources to aid those pursuing a career in the fire service.

Fire Service Life is a training and consultation company based in Northern California. The founder has spent over 18 years in the fire service and has dedicated much of that time to training and mentoring the next generation of firefighters.

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