How to prepare for interviews

How to prepare for interviews
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1.Before the Interview
These basics all contribute to a professional demeanor that is fundamental in the interview process.
Be on Time - You should arrive at least 5-10 minutes prior to the interview.Nothing leaves a worse first impression than keeping the interviewer waiting,regardless of the reason.If you are late due to an emergency,phone ahead.
Know Where You Are Going - If you have not been to the place where your interview will be,it is a good idea to visit before the day of your interview so that you can plan what route you will take and where you will park.Once you know where you are going then you can make sure to give yourself sufficient time to get there.
Get Food and Rest - Equip your body with enough food and rest before the interview.This will help you to feel your best,which in turn will help you to look and perform your best.
Dress Properly - Dress for success - you will be judged by your appearance.As a general rule you should dress one stage up from what the position itself would require or suggest.For most office-type positions,both males and females should wear formal business attire.Also make sure that your clothing is clean and that you are well groomed with natural looking make-up and hair.
Bring the Necessities - If possible,prepare a portfolio of your best work to show the employer.This is more relevant for certain occupations,but can be appropriate in many different circumstances.Before the interview you should prepare a list of references to bring with you.You may also want to bring letters of recommendation.Finally,extra copies of transcripts,resumes,or other relevant documents will be handly.You will look professional if you can save your employer the trouble of photocopying.
2.On the Interview day
Non-verbal Messages:Non-verbal language speaks larger than words.As you walk in the interview room,here are a few things that you must keep in mind:
Start it off like a winner.
The handshake:Offer your hand,and give a firm handshake,a pleasant smile and a positive and confident attitude.Introduce yourself.
Posture:Stand and sit erect
Don't Fidget:There is nothing worse than people playing with their hair,clicking pen tops,tapping feet or unconsciously touching parts of the body.
Eye Contact:Look the interviewer in the eye
Move your hands:Gesturing or talking with your hands is very natural,but keep it in moderation.
Be comfortable.Take a seat facing the interviewer,however,slightly off center.Be sure that you are in a comfortable position
Listen attentively.Look at the interviewer directly,but don't get into a stare down!Sit up straight.Try to relax.It's okay to take a few notes if the questions are lengthy,or you need to remind yourself of something you want to stress
Avoid nervous mannerisms.Pay attention to nervous mannerisms.Everyone is nervous to some extent,the key is to appear calm and composed
Speak clearly.Use good grammar and a friendly tone.Never answer just "yes" or "no" to a question.Always clarify,expand on your answers.Be sure not to go on rambling
Be positive and enthusiastic.Pump up your enthusiasm prior to the interview.Never whine,gripe or complain about past employers,jobs,classes etc
Ask pertinent questions.Be prepared to ask a few questions.Do not monopolize the interviewer's time,particularly if you know they have appointments scheduled following your interview.Do ask thoughtful questions.Don't ask about salary and benefits,this can be discussed when the company is definitely interested in you
While giving answers to questions:
Be Concise:Listen to the questions carefully and answer to the point.An interviewee rambling on is likely to turn off the interviewer.
Provide Examples:Support your contentions with examples.Think of recent strong strategic examples of work you've done,then when the question is asked,answer with specifics,not in generalities.
Be Honest:It is always better to state the truth than beating about the bush.If you don鈥檛 know something then state the fact.
Keep Your Guard Up:Always maintain your professionalism.Don鈥檛 get swayed by the friendly behaviour of the interviewer and disclose everything.For all you know it might be a trap laid out by him.
3.After the Interviews
Say thanks.The next day write the interviewer a brief note reiterating your interest in the job.Spell his or her name correctly!
Follow up.If you haven't heard from the interviewer within the time frame indicated at the close of the interview,call them to relay a polite reminder that you're still interested in the job.Ask when they plan to make a hiring decision.
If you aren't hired and you are still interested in the company,it pays to keep in touch with the interviewer.Often,through persistence,you may be offered a position at a later date.
Chin Up.If you don't get the job,don't be disheartened.Gear up for your next interview.After all the more interviews you tackle the more polished you become.You may want to contact the interviewer who rejected you and see if you can get any pointers on what to improve before your next interview.