Research!
Research as much as possible
the company and position you are interested in or applying for.
Dress to win!
Dressing properly for an interview
can immediately indicate you "fit in." Attire is critical to the first
in-person impression an interviewer has of a job candidate and a good beginning
can lead to a good interview.
Should one always dress up for an interview? Not necessarily. Wear the kind of
clothing usually worn on the job. For example, for an office job - from president
to clerk - men generally wear a suit or sport coat and tie, and women wear a
suit or dress (not cocktail dress or pants suit). For technical or production
jobs, more casual clothing may be appropriate. Lots of colors and jewelry are
definitely a no - for both women and men.
Obviously, good grooming is a must. Neatly styled and combed hair, trimmed nails
and freshly pressed clothes indicate a candidate is together.
In general, it's always best to play it on the conservative side when considering
what to wear. The interview is not the place to exhibit one's independence and
freedom of spirit.
Prepare!
Be ready to answer these typical interview
questions asked by employers in a quick and positive manner. Avoid negative
or defensive remarks.
1. Tell me about yourself.
2. What are your short-term
and long-term goals?
3. What are your greatest
strengths?
4. Where do you think you
need to improve?
5. What have you learned
from past mistakes?
6. Of your past accomplishments,
which are you the most proud of?
7. Why are you looking
to change jobs?
8. What did you like best
and least about your past/present employer?
9. What are you looking
for in a company?
10. Why should we hire
you rather than someone else?
11. How much money are
you looking for if we decide to hire you? |
