Preparation for Interview
Sep 8th, 2008 by admin
Congratulations! You have been selected for an interview. It is not easy to get such opportunity after all of your hard work of job searching, preparing resume and others. This is the biggest moment of starting a new career. So, make sure everything is in order and do not make a last minute mistake that can cost you the desired position. Well, to help you preparing for an interview, here are some more tips that you might consider to follow:
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1. Be well prepared.
Make a research on the company & industry they are in. At least, the interviewer may assume that you are really interested and keen to be part of them. Make sure you prepare your resume, all certificates, testimonials which should be organized in proper manner.
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2. Neatly dressed to impress.
Wear proper attire for the interview. Do not ‘overdressed’ or too simple. You way want to refer to the previous post about Interview Attire – Dress up Profesionally.
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3. Be there on time.
Being on time does not mean that right on time. Come earlier, at least 15 minutes before the interview. This few minutes is important for your last preparation, reviewing your resume & certificates, calm & comfort yourself and make you focus towards the interview.
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4. Make eye contact.
When entering the interview door, greet the interviewer with a firm handshake, warm smile and direct eye contact. This is important to show your confidence. Avoiding such small, basic things will only show that you are inexpert, unconfident of yourself and unreliable.
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5. Show your enthusiasm.
Your enthusiasm will differentiate you from others. It will stand you out from any other candidates. According to a career coach and author of career advice books, Martin Yate, “In a tight candidate race, the most enthusiastic almost always gets the job.” Your enthusiasm for the job will also show that you will be a highly-motivated employee.
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6. Demonstrate that you are a team player.
Employers normally are seeking candidates who are a well team player. This includes manageable, highly motivated and able to motivate others in the team to work towards the common goal. They do not want someone unmanageable employee. According to Martin Yate, “They want a team worker who can take direction.” So show to them that you are a team player in your previous/current company by giving examples of how you worked together with your colleagues to handle a large project.
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7. Sell yourself.
It is the last place for you to sell yourself. This is the only opportunity for you to show that you are good enough to be one of them. Prepare a list of ‘hot’ things that you want to convince the interviewer and try to tell them in case you feel that the interview does not go that well.
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8. Be as honest as possible.
Always remember that the interviewer is not new with such field. The have already experienced it or may have already done their homework about you before you ever step into the room. The purpose of interview is normally to see your confidence level and your honesty. They have already posses your resume and already know whether you are qualified to be hired. It is just the case of your appearance and how you speak that will impress them.
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9. Act professionally.
Trying to make others hired you, it is best to show that you are in a ‘well mannered’ group. Avoid chewing gum, slouching or steering the discussion too far off work-related themes. Sit up straight and conduct yourself with a professional behavior at all times.
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10. Ask questions.
An interview is meant to be a discussion field for both the interviewer and the interviewee. Do not hesitate to ask questions about the responsibilities of the job and the environment there. Believe it or not, company will hire those who are active and as in case of doubt. They would not want someone who just keep quiet, yet do not know things.
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11. End your interview with a “thank you.”
When the interview is over, do not forget to give another firm handshake, a “thank you” saying and a sincere smile. Carefully ask them the possible time that they will make their decision and if you should follow-up. After that, you need to do a ‘follow up’ your self. Send an e-mail or note expressing your gratitude to the interviewer for the opportunity to be called for the interview and their time spent. By doing this, automatically they will have a thought that you are really interested in the position and will contact them again soon.
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Good luck with your interview.
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