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What's the first step to getting a job interview? Getting past the
recruiter armed with a qualification and a few internships, you think
you are ready for anything.Interviews are already stressful enough.
Between promoting your skills, showing enthusiasm and laughing at the
interviewer's bad jokes, you have plenty to concentrate on. Job
interviews are easier for interviewers and the interviewees if you
plan and prepare questions and answers, and use proper interviewing
techniques.
Always remember that the interviewer isn't just evaluating what you
say, but also how you say it. She's asking herself: Are you
well-spoken? Do you sound polished and professional? Are your answers
clear and concise? Imagine yourself one of a panel of candidates, all
vying for the same job in a high-stakes, high-pressure "competitive
interview.
Giving an right impression.
Remember that your physical appearance is your visual resume.This
first impression is visual, and it is instantaneous. The interviewer
has noted your overall appearance interviewers form an impression of
you before you have a chance to say anything. Make sure you are
appropriately dressed and impeccably groomed.
Researching the company is another good idea.
Make sure you know exactly where the interview is. Have a copy of your
C.V. with you and make sure your research the company. An google
search will get you started, and most companies will publish their
accounts on their sites. There is no excuse for not doing your
homework.
Practice before giving an interview
Practice hard Gather together some friends, siblings or relatives with
variegated personalities and have them ask a series of questions
without giving time to think. This should replicate an actual
team-interview situation. Ask for feedback on which of your answers
impressed the mock interviewers and why so . Know what characteristics
to emphasize List the 10 traits associated with the position you’re
seeking and prepare to demonstrate them during the session. Would
creativity, presentation or facilitation skills be important? Ask
people who are familiar with the kind of job you’re seeking to create
short tests that might allow you to illustrate your skills.
Give more than yes or no answers
When the interviewer asks a question, avoid giving just a quick yes or
no, or a short answer. The interviewer asks questions to engage your
topic. The interviewer wants to know your skills by giving short
answers he might get a negative feedback. The audience will view short
answers as dull. Talk fully about each point.
Before leaving the interview, be sure to get a business card from each
person in the room. These will come in handy when it's time to send
thank-you notes. At the conclusion of the interview shake hands again
and thank the interviewer for taking the time to see you.
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