JOB INTERVIEWING
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Use
this helpful advice to help prepare for a successful job
interview.
FIRST
IMPRESSIONS COUNT: STAND OUT INTERVIEWS
If you think
your resume is going to land you a job, think
again. You might be applying for a job but the
reality is that you’re going to be working
within some type of a company with their own
culture and peculiarities.
When going
on a job interview, it might be helpful to
consider this first meeting to be something akin
to the first meeting of your potential new
in-laws.
Here are
five ways to make a great first impression on
any interviewer or interview team:
Advice
for Successful Interviewing
Extend a hand
Reach out for that handshake. If it’s a
group interview, shake everyone’s hand if possible. Practice your handshake
skills with a good, honest friend. Work on looking at the “interviewer”
directly in the eye and smiling as you offer a greeting.
Learn and use names
It’s said the most beautiful sound is the sound of our own name. Try to use the
interviewer’s name at least three times during the interview. Use the
appropriate title of Mr. or Ms. (or Doctor) unless invited to do otherwise. If
it’s a group interview, try to use at least two names of those present in
addition to the primary interviewer.
Listen
Don’t feel compelled to talk constantly. Let the interviewer bring up topics and
when questions arise, allow enough time for a thoughtful pause. You’ll be
surprised how often an interviewer will rush to fill the quiet space sometimes
even answering the question for you!
Ask intelligent questions
Don’t forget that as much as you want a job that your employer wants someone and
some way to get the job done! Ask a question about the employer’s needs. For
example, you might ask questions like these: What do you believe will be the
most pressing needs of this company in the next year? What are the major issues
facing this department and how might my skills be best used?
Always say “thank you”
It can’t hurt apply the Rule of Thanks Times Three. What is the three time rule?
Say “thank you” three times – in the beginning, middle, and end of your
interview. Your thanks might be expressed as follows: Thank you for the chance
to speak with you in person about this position. I appreciate having a chance to
learn more about your company. Thank you for your time and I hope to be hearing
from you.
It’s true that first impressions count so make sure you put your best foot
forward. And remember an interview is not only a time for an employer to
interview you but also a time when you can learn more about a company where you
might become the next new “member of the family”!
Use
this helpful advice to help prepare for a successful job
interview.
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