Be on Top of your Game for Job Interviews!
Job interviews can be scary because you don't know what kinds of questions they will ask.
However, you CAN be prepared for anything they 'throw' at you! Search the web; there are many lists out there by Human Resources departments that you can practice answering.
Below are some tips I have developed to help you prepare to ace that next interview.
1) Attire - a lot of people think that 'what you wear' shouldn't have any bearing on you getting a new job. Problem is, interviewers want you to prove just how important the position is to you. ALWAYS dress professional - men in suits and ladies in professional dress or suit. Invest in a good pair of dress shoes (no open toe shoes or 'knee boots' for the ladies) If/when you are offered a position, you can ask about the 'dress code' for the company.
2) Know the Company - interviewers like when people ask them questions about the position AND the company. Search on the company on various sites to find out as much information as you can and develop questions to ask for your own knowledge AND to show interest. Perhaps they are building a new plant; how does that new plant tie in with the position? Who will be training you? You are interviewing them as much as they are interviewing you; be prepared! Ask a friend to ask general questions and practice your response because thinking and verbalizing your thoughts are quite different.
3) Arrive early - plan to arrive 'at least' 15 minutes early. If you don't know the area and have a few days before the interview, take a drive to the company to get your timing down and if the drive is what you want to do 'if/when' you get the job.
3) Attitude - it can be frustrating looking for a job. However, you must keep a positive attitude before, during and after an interview. No one will be interested in you if you are negative, not engaged in conversation and giving a 'whatever' attitude.
4) Speaking - speak with confidence; however, don't over talk. By that I mean, say what you want to say then stop. Be Concise! You don't need to keep adding to what you just said OR repeat what you said. If you don't have an opinion or know the answer, simple say you don't. Much better to be honest than go through the motions of trying to come up with answer -- they can see through all of those attempts.
5) Be Ready with Examples - if you are asked for examples of past working projects, deadlines, or work habits, have your examples ready. Do not stumble for answers; be clear and to the point.
6) You - Be yourself, authentic, honest and engaged. Make the interview interesting for you and your Interviewer. Your first impression is important; be prepared and be ready.
7) Follow up. Be sure to send a Thank you card -- yes -- a real thank you card the day after the interview. Even if you don't get the job; the person may keep you in mind for future positions -- manners do count!
Be prepare; be ready and be engaged throughout the entire interview process!
However, you CAN be prepared for anything they 'throw' at you! Search the web; there are many lists out there by Human Resources departments that you can practice answering.
Below are some tips I have developed to help you prepare to ace that next interview.
1) Attire - a lot of people think that 'what you wear' shouldn't have any bearing on you getting a new job. Problem is, interviewers want you to prove just how important the position is to you. ALWAYS dress professional - men in suits and ladies in professional dress or suit. Invest in a good pair of dress shoes (no open toe shoes or 'knee boots' for the ladies) If/when you are offered a position, you can ask about the 'dress code' for the company.
2) Know the Company - interviewers like when people ask them questions about the position AND the company. Search on the company on various sites to find out as much information as you can and develop questions to ask for your own knowledge AND to show interest. Perhaps they are building a new plant; how does that new plant tie in with the position? Who will be training you? You are interviewing them as much as they are interviewing you; be prepared! Ask a friend to ask general questions and practice your response because thinking and verbalizing your thoughts are quite different.
3) Arrive early - plan to arrive 'at least' 15 minutes early. If you don't know the area and have a few days before the interview, take a drive to the company to get your timing down and if the drive is what you want to do 'if/when' you get the job.
3) Attitude - it can be frustrating looking for a job. However, you must keep a positive attitude before, during and after an interview. No one will be interested in you if you are negative, not engaged in conversation and giving a 'whatever' attitude.
4) Speaking - speak with confidence; however, don't over talk. By that I mean, say what you want to say then stop. Be Concise! You don't need to keep adding to what you just said OR repeat what you said. If you don't have an opinion or know the answer, simple say you don't. Much better to be honest than go through the motions of trying to come up with answer -- they can see through all of those attempts.
5) Be Ready with Examples - if you are asked for examples of past working projects, deadlines, or work habits, have your examples ready. Do not stumble for answers; be clear and to the point.
6) You - Be yourself, authentic, honest and engaged. Make the interview interesting for you and your Interviewer. Your first impression is important; be prepared and be ready.
7) Follow up. Be sure to send a Thank you card -- yes -- a real thank you card the day after the interview. Even if you don't get the job; the person may keep you in mind for future positions -- manners do count!
Be prepare; be ready and be engaged throughout the entire interview process!
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