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| Top 20 Interview Tips |
1. Know about the Company or Organization: It might seem obvious but having a good knowledge about the company or organization. What it products or goods, how many branches it has & a general idea of the culture in highly important. If you turn up with few to no idea about the company or organization for which you are applying. You will be shown the door pretty quickly.
2. Get Your Timing Right: Make sure you have planned your journey ahead & arrive about 15 minutes before you are scheduled to be there. Because if you can't reach with in time you can properly presentation in front of interviewer.
3. Talk Yourself Up: Recognize your achievements and present them in the most positive light an interview is no time to be modest. You only get a relatively small window to show why you should be the one to get the job so make the most of it. However, don't take this as an opportunity to stretch the truth too far as you will almost certainly be caught out.
4. Prepare for Questions: There are some obvious questions that you will be asked. Try to plan answers to the following:
a. What are your weaknesses?
b. Why do you want this job?
c. Why did you leave your last job?
d. What are your key strengths or skills?
e. What are you career goals?
f. Tell me about a difficult scenario at work & how you deal with it.
g. Tell me about an achievement of which you are proud.
5. Smarten Up: Make sure that your dress appropriately for the interview. This doesn't always mean a suit & tie, in retail it is important that you also reflect the companies style. Do your research into the company & that should give you an idea of what will be appropriate.
6. Steer Clear of Cliches: Person who is interviewing you will probably have seen many other candidates who are all applying for the role so make sure you don't blend into pack too much by overusing cliches like I am comfortable working in a team as well as on my own or I am a people person.
7. Include Specifics: You are more likely to stand out at interview if you can demonstrate measurable examples of your successes in previous roles. Instead of general sweeping statements like 'I was really good at ...' try to include figures & statistics showing how you made a difference to the business or talk about specific situations when you demonstrated the skills you talked about in your resume.
8. Think About Body Language: From first, firm handshake when you meet your interviewer, try to be aware of how you come across. Maintain as much eye contact as is comfortable and actively listen to all questions. Also focused with a relaxed but alert posture & try not to fidget or wave your hands around too much when you are talking.
9. Hold the Money Talk: Do not tempted to begin negotiating your salary at this stage, regardless of how well you think interview has gone. You could come across as over motivated by money which is not how you will want to be seen.
10. Re-read the Job Description: Make sure you know job description well. You were selected for interview because your resume indicated that you had skills & experience necessary for this job, so make sure you know key competencies against which you will be judged.
11. Do Not Be Too Familiar: Whilst many interviewers will try to put you at you ease, do not relax to much. Whilst your personality is an important factor in interview & you may be asked what you like to be socially, do not go overboard with your answer. Do not talk about big nights out drinking & your horrible hangovers. It is a sure fire way to come across as unprofessional.
12. Know About Your Resume: Whilst your resume can be the most useful way of getting potential employers interested in you, it can also trip you up if you are not careful. You should be ready to explain any gaps & back up any claims you made.
13. Ask Your Own Questions: It always creates a good impression, if you have a few intelligent & well thought out questions to ask at end of the interview. Try to think of a couple of questions beforehand & make a mental note of anything that comes up in course of interview. Some examples are following:
a. Can I get involved in out of office activities?
b. What are your company's plan over next five or ten years?
c. Do you offer further training?
d. It this a new position? If not then why did last employee leave?
e. How big is team I will be working in?
14. First Impressions Count: It is not just what you wear or your firm handshake that creates a first impression. From the smell of smoke from your morning cigarette, to way you talk to receptionist who let you in, everything about you will be scrutinized. Turn up on time, well dressed, clean & tidy. Scan QR code below to read what image consultant denies Sanderson est-court has to say about how to use your image effectively.
15. Hold the Mobile-phone: Remember that telephone interviews are just as formal as physical interviews, so do not be lulled into a false sense of security. Make sure you are in a quiet location where you can concentrate on giving interview you full attention. Treat interview as seriously as any other part of recruitment process.
16. Accepting the Job Offer: If you have your best & followed all these steps, you could well be offered job. Initially, you will probably be contacted by telephone, followed up with an official offer letter. Keep the letter safe, as it is part of your contract of employment. Make sure you accept offer in writing before you withdraw all other applications you have on or hand in your notice to your current organization or company.
17. Be Positive: During interview, try not to be negative about anything, including your current or previous boss or job. Be as positive as you can. If asked questions such as 'why did you leave your last job?' Try to remain professional & as diplomatic as possible.
18. Cope with Rejection: It is not & sometimes it is not fair, but there is not a lot you can do if you are not person chosen for job. The best you can do is try to get most out of situation & ask for feedback so you can work on your weaker areas. It can be difficult to hear, but stay professional & remember that it will help out in the long run.
19. Communication: It is natural to be nervous during interview, but you are not going to do yourself any favors by letting it get the better of you. Try to take your time when answering questions. No one will judge you harshly if you ask interviewer to repeat a question or if you take a couple of moments to gather your thoughts before replying.
20. Confidence: The ability to face challenges with confidence allows me to overcome them. Having confidence quickly relieves feelings of failure when things do not work out the way you pan.
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