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2005-10-21 Careers Interviewing
Always Show Excitement
When Job Interviewing
Remember when you are interviewing for a job, you are actually making
a first impression that will last throughout your relationship with the
interviewer.
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If you come across as a boring, uninterested individual, the people who
are interviewing you will think that is the way you will act and perform
on the job.
When interviewing, try to put yourself in the shoes of the interviewer
and decide if you would be impressed. Also remember that these people
are interviewing you in the hopes of you staying with the organization
for a long time.
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Conquer your bad habits
In an effort to conquer the bad habits that make you come across as a
poor prospect, you need to psych yourself up for the interview. No matter
what it takes, you need to be ready to talk with just about anybody about
anything and be excited about it.
The first step to being prepared is to ensure that you are rested and
ready to tackle any situations or questions. If you are tired or stressed
out, you may not portray your best image to the interviewer.
The next step is to dress sharply. Make sure that you dress appropriately
for the company where you are interviewing. If you look the part, you
are half way there. Next, spend some time and rehearse answers to interview
questions that always stump you. My favorites are about strengths and
weaknesses. If these are your favorites, spend some time rehearsing how
you will answer.
Finally, do some research on the company and prepare some intelligent
questions for the interviewer. When an interviewer finishes asking you
questions, you want to be ready with questions of your own. This entire
preparation routine will allow you to be relaxed and ready throughout
the interview.
The Interview
When you finally get to the interview, always arrive at least 5 to 10
minutes early. This promptness shows an excitement and eagerness to obtain
the job as well as timeliness in reporting for assignments. If the interviewer
is late, always be understanding and try to empathize with him/her. If
an interviewer has a strange request (like let's do this outside), always
be accommodating. This will show the interviewer that you are flexible
and able to adapt to changing situations.
More
about job interviewing.
Throughout the interview process, maintain an open and smiling face as
well as an open posture (i.e. no arms crossed on chest, no avoiding eye
contact). Always show that you are attentive and excited about the opportunity.
Avoid drink offers because you open yourself up to chance spills and mishaps.
Finally, tailor your attitude to fit that of the interviewer. If the senior
VP is stuffy with a coat and tie, then always say yes sir and thank you.
If the interviewer is laid back, assume a more relaxed posture and try
to meet them on their level. If you can read each person that is interviewing
you and return to them the same level of courtesy, responsiveness and
excitement you are more likely to be asked to return for a second interview.
Follow up professionally
When the interview is finally over, be sure to send thank you notes via
email or mail. If you do not have contact info for each person, ask one
person to pass your thanks along to others. Whether you feel you got the
job or not, remain professional and express a positive, excited attitude
about your prospects. If you receive a rejection notice, respond with
thanks for their time and let them know that you would still be interested
if they change their mind. Maintain a positive attitude.
If you do not hear from them for a while, check the paper or the job board
and see if the position is still open. If it is, send your contact a quick,
professional note saying that you are still available for the position
and would love to come in and speak with someone.
Finally, whether you get the job or not, whether you bomb at the interview
or not and whether you never hear from them again or you do, remain professional
and excited about getting a new position and let that attitude display
in your actions and words.
For a list of frequently asked interview questions and some model answers,
visit this web site: http://www.jobwerx.com/interviewdownloads.html
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