What are the main things to keep in mind during a job interview? What can be done to gain a competitive advantage? Successfully taking an interview - regardless of your qualifications - can get you the job. Here is the way to try to make it a winner.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Part 1: Before the Interview
Step 1. Find the place
If it's in an area you don't know well, it's good to know how to get there, and what traffic there might be on the big day. Not knowing any of these things can make you late - something that probably might not be tolerated.
A few days earlier, head to the area to explore. Find the parking area and the right entrance. If you have to go during rush hour, consider alternative routes. Knowing the area and knowing how to get there will help calm your nerves and focus on the most important things
Step 2. Find out about the company
Check out their website, available documentation, and what others are saying about it. All this will be useful for you during the interview. If you are informed about his course of action and his mission, you will be able to adapt your image, taking into account what they can expect from a candidate.
If you know what you are heading towards, you will not only be able to know if you are a good candidate, but you will also be able to direct the interview into something more than a simple interview. Your interviewer will feel more comfortable (even he may not be enthusiastic about the selection process) and you will be able to leave the impression of a friendly and well-informed person. When the interviewer mentions something about the company, you can try to be talkative and ask him some more specific questions by taking advantage of the basic knowledge you have acquired
Step 3. Put on a suitable dress.
The idea is to be as clean as possible - and this also affects your appearance. If you have your clothes ready for the interview, you will have something less to worry about. Plus, looking more professional is easier when you're not terribly late.
- Avoid jeans. Depending on the job you are interviewed for, you may need to wear a suit. In any case, a shirt and a tie never hurt.
- As in any other circumstance, forget about jewels and flashy clothes. Good hygiene is important, but that doesn't mean bathing in perfume. Remember this is really your first contact. Even before you open your mouth, the interviewer is already evaluating you based on your appearance.
Step 4. Arrive ten minutes early for the interview
Arriving early gives you leeway and leaves a good impression. There may be stairs to climb or guarded entrances - it is best to take into account any possible obstacles.
"On time" does not mean being on time. Some companies consider being late to be "on time". There is no such thing as being "acceptable late" for an interview. Punctuality is always the best thing, always
Method 2 of 3: Part 2: During the Interview
Step 1. Be energetic enough
Shake hands with the interviewer and smile. A firm handshake indicates self-confidence and self-confidence. Accompanied by a smile, it will manifest a positive attitude, appropriate to society.
The smile must be as frank as possible. A fake smile can be recognized from afar. Think how lucky you were to have the interview, and how nice it would be to start working here
Step 2. Maintain eye contact throughout the interview
This is absolutely vital. If you avoid eye contact, the interviewer may feel embarrassed and have the feeling that you are not there to win.
If you seem too nervous, the interviewer could draw the wrong conclusions about your ability to do the job - especially if it involves interacting with the audience. Maintaining eye contact is an absolutely surefire way to convey confidence and prove that you are the right person for the job
Step 3. Answer the questions - and ask them yourself
This is the part that should succeed best if you have done a little practice. Sell yourself. Talk about your skills and experiences. Prepare the answers for the usual questions ("Why should our team do better if you were part of it"? "How did you handle obstacles in previous jobs?"), And ask questions in turn to give the impression of being involved and careful.
- In general, follow the lead that the interviewer gives to the interview. However, if something triggers questions in your head during the interview, don't hesitate to ask them. It will make you appear interested, solicitous, and confidently indicate that you participate and are attentive.
- Don't be shy about asking what you want to know! Asking about the position, requirements and expectations will confirm your interest and let you know where you are embarking.
Step 4. Check your body language
Even if you are saying the right things, your body language may reveal that you do not believe what you are saying, or that you are not comfortable.
Don't cross your arms. Keep your head up and look the interviewer in the face. You will want to appear sincere, helpful, and confident. Reflecting his body language will subconsciously make him notice your "familiarity", putting him at ease
Step 5. Relax
The more you can stay calm, the more you can be yourself. You will be able to be funny, smart and nice. If you are nervous and shy, the interviewer will hesitate to consider you suitable. Coming prepared is the easiest way to unwind.
Practicing the night before, having a dress ready, knowing where the place is, getting information, and preparing questions to ask will put you at ease. Do whatever makes you feel comfortable, ensuring you have a winning interview
Step 6. Arrive prepared
Even if it is not explicitly stated, it can be a good idea to carry some documents with you. This will indicate organizational capacity and professionalism. Get a folder and try to be as organized as possible.
Consider bringing references, another copy of your resume, citizenship documents (if useful), or your portfolio of works. Make sure they are tidy and free from coffee stains
Method 3 of 3: Part 3: After the Interview
Step 1. Follow up with a thank you note
He will show your appreciation for the time that the interviewer has dedicated to you and your appreciation for having been considered. Immediately thereafter, show good manners by broadcasting a note - simultaneously expressing your interest and putting your name in sight. You will be considered professional and polite, in addition to the qualities you have shown you have in the interview.
In some cases, a phone call may be admissible. If you have been invited to the interview by direct call, you could call to express your thanks
Step 2. Use your resources
If you know someone in the company that you can trust, ask them to put in a good word. Learn how the selection process is progressing, and what you can do to improve your position.
Don't stop there. Always be on the lookout for opportunities that can improve yourself and extend your network of contacts
Advice
- Try to be the first or last person interviewed on the day of the interview. The interviewers mostly remember the first and last candidate.
- Be enthusiastic. They are interviewing you as a person, not as an employee.
- Don't be negative and don't use sharp words. Speaking of previous employers, be objective. It is always better to be positive.
