Project 2: Mentor Interview

 Project 2: Mentor Interview

Interview Presentation Date: Thursday, October 12, 2023

1. Practice your presentation! Be ready to speak in English with the class about your mentor's responses to your interview questions. You may read from a script that you prepare in advance.
2. Duration: at least 2 minutes, no more than 5 minutes
3. Optional, not required: your mentor may attend class

RUBRIC:


Grade of A (90-100%)
• Student speaks audibly, clearly, and eloquently without prompting
• Student covers all ten of their chosen questions
• Student provides the class with a remarkably deep understanding of his/her mentor

Grade of B (80-89%)
• Student speaks audibly and clearly without prompting
• Student covers at least 8 of their chosen questions
• Student provides the class with a fairly deep understanding of his/her mentor

Grade of C (70-79%)
• Student speaks audibly with some prompting
• Student covers at least 7 of their chosen questions
• Student provides the class with a basic understanding of his/her mentor

Grade of D (60-69%)
• Student speaks with frequent prompting
• Student covers at least 6 of their chosen questions
• Student provides the class with a superficial understanding of his/her mentor

Grade of F (0-59%)
• Student does not present the interview on the scheduled date OR
• Student speaks inaudibly, unintelligibly with constant prompting
• Student covers 5 or less of their chosen questions
• Student provides the class with little to no understanding of his/her mentor

(For your reference) Interview Questions:

1. How did you get to where you are today?
2. Who has been the biggest influence in your life and why?
3. What advice would you give to your younger self?
4. What values are most important to you?
5. What skills do you think are necessary for success?
6. What tactics do you use when faced with adversity?
7. What are your thoughts on failure?
8. How do you define happiness?
9. What does success mean to you?
10. What qualities do you admire most in others?
11. How do you handle constructive feedback from others – do you take it calmly or does it sometimes get under your skin?
12. How do you handle stress and maintain a positive attitude?
13. How do you stay motivated throughout your day/week/life?
14. How do you maintain a work/life balance?
15. Do you have favorite quotes or mantras that inspire and motivate you?
16. Do you have any morning/evening rituals that help set the tone for your day/night?
17. Do you have any words of wisdom for dealing with stress or anxiety?
18. Are there any causes or organizations that you are passionate about supporting? Why are they important to you?
19. Where do you see yourself in 5 years, 10 years, 20 years?
20. Do you have any advice for maintaining healthy personal and professional relationships?