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An interviewer has just one objective: to decide whether or not to extend you a job offer. The interviewer will look over your work history and educational background, your strengths and accomplishments. He or she will also evaluate your level of motivation, values, attitude and personality. Are you the right person for the job, what is your potential for promotion and will you fit into the company environment? For you the interview is an important screening tool to gauge a potential employer, and it allows you to learn about the position and the company so that you can make an intelligent decision when you get the offer. Here are a few of the basics for interviewing:
- Be honest…there are few things worse than being in a job for which you are not qualified.
- Complete the application fully and write legibly. Don’t use “See Resume”
- Take several copies of your resume so you can accurately record your dates of employment on the application as well as have plenty for those you are about to meet.
- Have a good handshake and make a good first impression. Maintain eye contact with the interviewer.
- Be polite at all times.
- Dress appropriately in conservative, professional attire.
- Don't say anything derogatory about your previous position or people.
- Be on time; if you think you may be even one-minute late, call ahead.
- If you are kept waiting, be gracious.
- Make eye contact with the interviewer and avoid distractions in the room.
- Sit up straight...the "Lay-Z-Boy Recliner" look will not make a good impression.
- Conduct yourself with confidence and determination to get the job. You have other options, of course, and your interviewer knows this, but wants to believe that you favor a job with his or her company.
- Be friendly and cordial but remember...the interview is not a casual conversation, it's a serious matter.
- Be truthful! If you lie in an interview or on an application, you will be found out and lose all chances of getting or keeping the job.
- Listen to the interviewer's question and answer them clearly. Don't evade a question. If you don't know the answer, say so...then volunteer to call back with the information.
- If a coffee or a soft drink is offered, decline graciously so you won’t have to worry about spilling.
- Present a positive attitude. Don’t appear disinterested or that you are job shopping.
- Do not fake knowledge. Be yourself. Poise, confidence, and self-respect are of great importance.
- Interject into the conversation information you learned during your pre-interview research about them.
- Be sincere.
- Be enthusiastic (but not overly…a tough balance to achieve).
- Sell yourself! You know yourself best so convey how you can help them.
- Ask questions of the interviewers. This shows your interest in the company and the position, and enables you to gather the right information to make an intelligent decision
- Thank the interviewer for his/her time.
- Ask when they hope to have a decision and when should you expect to hear from them.
- Send a Thank You note (most people don't do this so you will stand above the crowd if you follow-up in a timely manner).
- Be yourself!!!
A complete interviewing technique will be discussed with you prior to your interview through us. We want you to put your best foot forward!
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