Interviews can be a daunting experience, and it’s a prerequisite before landing your dream job. Below is some advice to help you prepare for your interview.
Prepare
Take time to prepare for the interview. Preparation takes away some of the stress you may experience in a job interview.
Interview Questions
Research interview questions and practice your response to the questions employers usually ask.
Responses should include actual examples and successes from your life. Use these responses to describe your skills
Be Organised:
Get Ready
Your interview attire must be ready beforehand and appropriate to the company you are interviewing with. Remember to bring all documentation that may be required including a copy of your Resume and a pen for note-taking. Re-read your notes at a convenient time before the interview.
Be On Time
When confirming your interview time and date, be sure to confirm the address of the interview.
Avoid being late by doing things like planning your route to the interview beforehand and organising parking. Always be at the interview venue 5 – 10 minutes before your interview.
Remember to find out the name and position of the person you will be interviewed by.
During The Interview
Your answer to the initial opening ‘ice breaker’ statements in the job interview are important. Answer these questions with thought and positive energy.
Maintain eye contact with your interviewer
Show you want the job with your interest.
Be Positive
Always be positive in an interview and avoid any negative comments. Be aware of your body language and understand the messages you are receiving from the interviewer. Be enthusiastic and show it in your replies and body language.
Be Professional
Always conduct yourself professionally and if something beyond your control occurs, show a sense of humour. Try and answer the interview question by more than a simple yes or no but also try not to be long winded and go over sixty (60) seconds.
Listen and Adapt
Pick up the style of the interviewer and adapt your presentation accordingly. Try and match your communication style to the interviewer.
Encourage
Encourage the interviewer to share information about the company. This will demonstrate your interest in the company.
Stay Calm
During the interview try to relax and stay as calm possible. If you feel stressed – slow down your responses, breathe and let the interviewer do more talking while you regroup. Listen to the entire question before you answer and pay attention to the question so you don’t have to ask the interviewer to repeat the question.
Do you have any questions for me?
Make a list of questions you want to ask the interviewer about the job
Good luck with your next interview