Interview Tips To Help You Get That Dream Job November 15, 2017My CareerOff

There is no better feeling than getting invited to a job interview for a job that you really want, but you have to put the work in to get it. If you’re not properly prepared, you have very little chance of being offered the position. The skills required for a successful job interview have to be learned, you can’t just figure it out on the spot, so you need to make sure that you know what you’re doing, to avoid making a bad first impression. Here are some simple tips for you to follow…

Dress For The Job
When it comes to dressing for a job interview, there is no “one size fits all” rule, especially if the dress code states “smart casual”.  Whether you have to wear a full suit or something a little less formal depends on the job and company you are interviewing for. Look online to see if there is any information on the type of interview attire that the company prefers. If you can’t find anything, then call up to find out the dress code of the company.

Don’t Ramble
One of the most successful interviewing tips that anyone can give you is to avoid rambling. Talking too much during an interview makes you look nervous and unprepared, which are characteristics that your interviewer is going to want to avoid. Look online for some of the most common interview questions used by your company, so that you can prepare your answers, and avoid talking too much. If you’re unsure how to answer any question asked by the interviewer then take a moment to think it through and ask for guidance if you’re still unsure.

Be Appropriate
While you should be enthusiastic and energetic during your interview, you need to ensure that you also remain professional and that this enthusiasm doesn’t cross a line. Be sure to use language appropriate of an interview, and avoid using slang words, or any references to politics, race, religion, sexual orientation, or age. While you may have specific views concerning these topics, you don’t want your views to clash with those of your interviewer, as you are unlikely to be offered the job if this is the case. Try to be straightforward as much as possible in answering questions. Focus on building yourself up by mentioning the skills fit for the position you are applying for. If you are looking for software engineering jobs, you don’t tell your interviewer how good you are at cooking your favorite ramen. Simply show them how good you are at coding and web development. 

Ask Any Questions
At the end of an interview, almost every interviewer is certain to ask you if you have any questions. Most interviewees reply with a simple “no”, but this is a huge mistake. For starters, by avoiding asking any questions of your own, you look uninterested in the job and the company, so you’re going to be less likely to be offered a position. As well as this, you are highly unlikely to learn all of the information you want to from your interviewer, so it’s up to you to take an active interest and ask the questions yourself.

You may be a nervous wreck during your interview, but you need to try to appear to be as calm and confident as possible. Hopefully, this advice will help you out with that, and can make you feel a little more prepared.

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