| Here are some tips for a job interview that will help | | | | brief but effective manner. |
| you come out of the process on top. When you walk | | | | 9. Show enthusiasm and sincere interest. Don't act |
| into a job interview, the product you are selling is YOU. | | | | desperate. |
| In order to successfully sell yourself, you must market | | | | 10. Take notes. You may need to refer to them later in |
| your personal brand. That is, you must build a | | | | the interview. |
| reputation that qualifies you, and only you, to | | | | 11. Communicate your skills, qualifications, credentials |
| successfully fulfill the job requirements. The job | | | | and the benefits you offer. |
| interview is your time to shine - your time to sell | | | | 12. Demonstrate your accomplishments; how you |
| yourself and your abilities. In order to do that, you must | | | | improve sales, reduce cost, improve productivity, solve |
| have faith in your personal brand. That's what | | | | organizational problems. In short, demonstrate why |
| separates you from the rest of the candidates for | | | | you're good for the organization's bottom line. |
| your desired position. If you can do so successfully, | | | | 13. Make eye contact. It demonstrates confidence, |
| you will be well on your way to landing the job of your | | | | trust, and power. |
| dreams. | | | | 14. If you want the position, ask for it - directly. |
| The successful job interview process begins when | | | | After the interview: |
| you accept the interview, and ends when the | | | | 15. Send a follow-up thank you letter. The letter should |
| employer decides to hire you. The more you are able | | | | state what interests you about the position, why you |
| to communicate professionalism with personality, | | | | are suitable for the job, and your appreciation for the |
| distinction and skill, the better your chance of getting | | | | interviewer's time. |
| the job. | | | | The Top 10 Interview Questions |
| 15 Sure-fire Ways to a Successful Job Interview: | | | | According to a recent survey by ResumeDoctor.com, |
| Before the interview: | | | | the following are the 10 most frequently asked |
| Use the 3 P's - Plan, Prepare, and Practice. | | | | questions in interviews: |
| 1. Prepare for the interview; research the company | | | | 1. Describe your ideal job/boss |
| and prepare questions based on your research. | | | | 2. Why are you looking for a job? or Why are you |
| 2. Do mock interviews in order to prepare for all | | | | leaving your current position? |
| questions, especially uncomfortable ones. | | | | 3. What unique experiences or qualifications separate |
| 3. Dress professionally even if the company dress | | | | you from other candidates? |
| code is business casual. | | | | 4. Tell me about yourself. |
| 4. Arrive early! (12 - 15 minutes before the interview) | | | | 5. What are your strengths and weaknesses? |
| At the interview: | | | | 6. Describe a time when you were faced with a |
| 5. Give your interviewer a firm handshake. A powerful | | | | challenging situation and how you handled it. It's almost |
| handshake and a genuine smile will get you off to a | | | | guaranteed that you will be asked this question. |
| good start. | | | | 7. What are your short-term/long-term goals? |
| 6. Beware of your Body Language; sit erect, stand and | | | | 8. What are some of your strengths in dealing with |
| walk with confidence, lean forward toward the | | | | people? |
| interviewer. | | | | 9. What are your salary requirements? |
| 7. Build rapport - use powerful, effective | | | | 10. Why are you interested in this position? Our |
| communication techniques. Take charge of the | | | | company? |
| encounter without being overbearing. | | | | Copyright: Copyright 2009, Cecile Peterkin. All rights |
| 8. Be a good listener. Answer only what's asked, in a | | | | reserved. |