There you are, your palms are sweaty, your voice is shaky and you’re being grilled by a job interviewer. He’s throwing questions at you left and right and you try your best to answer them. But the reactions on his face let off he’s not entirely impressed with you.
The competition for this great job opportunity is intense. You’re wondering while he’s still talking how you’re doing compared to the competition. And then it happens …
You get asked a question for which you have no idea how to answer … You stammer, stumble and respond with a lame, corny answer. His reaction is clear, your answer wasn’t what he wanted to hear and now you’ve embarrassed yourself.
He releases you from the interview and as you drive back home you pound the dashboard, wondering, “Why did I say that?” The damage is done. You never hear back. And the job opportunity goes to someone whose resume wasn’t as handsome as yours but unbeknownst to you, that person had polished job interview skills.
If only you knew the right words to say, how to have answered his questions and how to compose yourself after you got stumped … you could have landed the job.
SOME QUICK TIPS TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN INTERVIEWS
You can ace virtually any job interview you get, without stumbling, stammering, or being stumped by offbeat job interview questions..!!
And you can learn how to master job interview skills in rapid speed time, and instead of having job interview jitters, you look forward to the job interview and even if you have a ton of competition – you know the right answers, and the right questions to land that job..!!
So how can you dramatically increase your odds of winning at the job interview?
When it comes to talking during an interview, sometimes less is more. As a general rule, you should speak one-third of the time and definitely no more than half of the time. The best interviews have a give-and-take atmosphere. To do this, you need to ask questions and try to draw out your interviewer rather than talking about yourself nonstop. When it's your turn to speak, don't hesitate to tout yourself -- just remember to stop talking after you do.
Not only is it OK to be nervous about an interview, but it is essential for you to accept how you feel. Telling yourself you should feel differently than you do is unrealistic and just makes you feel bad about yourself. What's the worst that can happen at an interview? For many, it would be not getting an offer. Did you ever think that maybe the job wasn't right for you? Try to look at the process as a learning experience.
Preparing emotionally for the interview is as important as researching the company. The right mood helps you perform at your best. Try these suggestions for preparing emotionally: get moving -- go for a walk, run, exercise, meditate, do yoga, stretch, dance, something -- activity gets blood flowing to your brain; sing your favorite song while driving to the interview; repeat an inspirational phrase aloud that's meaningful for you; or simply remember a time when you felt terrific.
Follow these guidelines when interviewers ask, ''Why did you leave (or are you seeking to leave) your company?'' Succinctly describe the reason for your departure, and don't go into details unless asked. Provide references to support your reasons for leaving and job performance. Stay with the facts of what happened, what you did, how you felt and what you learned. Then describe how you will handle things differently in the future.
If you want to spruce up your appearance for the interview but can't afford new clothes, consider altering an outfit you already have by pairing it with a different shirt, tie, blouse or accessory. Even on a tight budget, you can find some real bargains out there. Think about what you need before you go out shopping. Outlet stores and resale shops offer some great treasures. For better or worse, looks can make a difference (???...!!!)
Always put a positive spin on your answers to difficult questions. If you lack a particular skill or don't know a certain computer program, be sure to emphasize how quickly you learn. Give an example of a time when you were able to get up to speed in a similar situation. Companies are interested in people who can hit the ground running.
Most candidates are so nervous about answering interview questions correctly that they forget to listen. Listening is one of the most underused interview skills. Follow these tips:
• Listen through eye contact -- stay with the person.
• Listen with nonverbal expressions -- nod and appear interested.
• Listen until the speaker is finished -- do not interrupt.
By focusing on what is being said, you can gather valuable information that will help you formulate better, more intelligent answers and questions of your own.
You can often get the straight scoop about a job by asking the right questions. For example, in the job interview, ask, ''What attributes are most needed to succeed in this job?'' If the boss says, ''We need a real self-starter, '' that's a clue you won't get much support.
After you're offered a job but before accepting it, ask a few more questions or even ask permission to talk with your future coworkers. Ask questions like these: What it's like to work here? What can I expect in pay raises? What kind of training is offered? How's the boss? Are the products good? How many people have held this position in the past few years? Why did they leave? You may not always get straight answers, but you'll probably get enough to help you decide if you should take the job..!!!
Despite so much of your valuable efforts, if you are rejected, please convince yourselves that the interview was just an eye-wash (???...!!!) and bluntly walk-out thanking the Official interviewed you. There’s a better offer waiting for you.
But please don’t get discouraged by the failures. The fact remains that every unsuccessful interview is a stepping stone for your brightest career.
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