first interview
[/fɜːrst ˈɪntərvjuː/]
nounpl: first interviews
primeira entrevista
1. The initial meeting between a job candidate and a recruiter or hiring manager to discuss qualifications and suitability for a position
She was nervous about her first interview with the company.
Ela estava nervosa sobre sua primeira entrevista com a empresa.
2. An initial conversation between a journalist and a source or subject to gather information for a story
The reporter scheduled a first interview with the witness.
O repórter agendou uma primeira entrevista com a testemunha.
3. An opening meeting in a professional or therapeutic context to establish rapport and gather background information
During the first interview, the therapist asked about my medical history.
Durante a primeira entrevista, o terapeuta perguntou sobre meu histórico médico.
In both Brazilian and American professional cultures, the first interview is considered a critical moment to establish credibility and professionalism. In Brazil, emphasis is often placed on personal warmth and relationship-building alongside qualifications. In the USA, the first interview typically focuses on screening candidates for basic qualifications before advancing them to subsequent rounds. Both cultures value punctuality, appropriate dress, and thorough preparation for first interviews.
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