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Four steps to success at interviews
Know yourself:
know what your skills and exdperience are. What are your strengths, weaknesses and career goals? a common question is "tell me something about yourself"
Know the company, know the postition:
THis means doing research. You should do "occupational" research and "company" research. A common question " why do you leave your former job?" "what makes you think we'll accept you?"and son on.
Know How your skills and experience fit the job:
this takes some creative thinking. If you have been writing your resume lately, then you are ahead of the game.
Know what information to get and to give:
Remember that you need enough information to decide if you want this job. the employer needs enough information about you to decide if she/he wants you. Don't hesitate asking the pay, remember it's your right.
Communicaition in an interview
First impressions are lasting impressions. It is of paramount importance to present the right image. Presentaion starts from the moment you enter the building until you leave the building.
Enthusiasm makes the difference
Tnthusiasm and a positive attitude should be evident in every aspect of your presention as it is a powerful means of persuasion.
Wasys to Demonstrate sincere Enthusiasm
Posture: Keep your head up, chin lifted, back straight and shoulders back and down. When you want to communicate enthusiasm in what you are saying or hearing, lean forward slightly.
Smile: An enthusiastic smile is a big smile that communicates great pleasure in what one is doing or about to do. Smiling helps alleviate nervousness and the perception of nervousness.
Eyes: Keep your eyes wide open. Attentive eyes demonstrate an eagerness to listen and learn. They also make you appear alert and keen.
Hand shake: Grip teh interviewer's hand firmly. Squeeze it slightly. Shake it in a controlled way. Once or twice. Smile. Avoid a loose, weak handshake at all costs as confidence is associated with a strong handshake.
VOice: Animated speech portrays enthusiasm. Change voice infleciton and volume to achieve a desired effect.
Language: Avoid phrases that make you appear unsure or less confident. "I guess", " I'm not sure, but..." and "I only..." have no place in an interview presentation.
Groooming
Hair should be a suitable length, washed, neatly combed and trimmed;
Clothes should be suitable to the environment. Generally speaking, men should wear a suit and women either a suit or an appropriate dress. Always keep the environment and the job in mind;
Clothes should be neat and freshly ironed;
Keep jewellery, make-up and perfume or aftershave to a minimum
Polish shoes to a high shine;
don't chew gum or smoke.
You need take some action: some note-taking in the interview, which means you are interested, professional and on top of things
Direct eye contact, which means you are telling the truth
Sitting forward in the chair- You are enthusiastic and interested
There are many things worth being careful.
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