| You've been waiting for days and you finally received | | | | during every interview. If not all, I'm almost certain one |
| that call asking you to come in for an interview! You're | | | | or two of these questions are going to be asked and |
| excited but you're nervous about the questions, the | | | | you need to be ready to answer. Do some research, |
| answers, what you're going to wear...etc. What do you | | | | check this site out- it's loaded with questions and |
| do first? Well, the first thing I would do is research the | | | | answers for job interviewing! |
| company. | | | | One thing you should remember when going for an |
| Many of us will see a job in the classifieds and apply | | | | interview is to bring a hard copy of your resume. Even |
| only because we need a job... which is fine. However, | | | | though your resume has been submitted, it's still a good |
| do you know anything else about the company | | | | idea to have one handy. Almost every interview that |
| besides the name? I'm pretty sure some of you | | | | I've gone on the employer asked for a copy of my |
| reading this article have been interviewed and the | | | | resume. Employers may misplace your resume or |
| employer asked if you knew anything about the | | | | they may want a polished, crisp copy of it. Make sure |
| company... What was your answer? Knowing a little | | | | it's available along with professional references or |
| about the company will definitely impress the employer. | | | | recommendation letters. |
| It shows them two things: diligence and initiative. Both | | | | I've noticed after every interview, and even when I |
| are very important qualities to have to succeed in the | | | | interviewed individuals, I always asked if the person |
| work force. | | | | had any questions. Employers love when you have |
| Another major part of interviewing 101 is... you guessed | | | | questions for them. It makes the interview more |
| it- YOUR APPEARANCE! First impressions are very | | | | interesting and it shows the employer you really did |
| important, so please make sure you wear proper | | | | your research about the company. Having at least 3 |
| attire, and your hair is neatly combed. Below are some | | | | questions after the interview will definitely impress! So |
| examples of appropriate attire: | | | | make that list! |
| Men | | | | Confidence speaks volume! Walk in the interview with |
| Proper Attire: slacks, dress shirt, tie, shoes, business | | | | your head up and shoulders back. Let them know you |
| suit (dark blue or black) | | | | are here to get the job and give the best interview |
| Improper Attire: jeans, sneakers, t-shirts, tanks, boots, | | | | possible. They would be crazy if they don't hire you! |
| shorts | | | | Employers can read body language and if it doesn't |
| Women | | | | say "I'm the best candidate" you will not get a call |
| Proper Attire: pant or skirt suit, blouse, shoes, dress | | | | back... as a matter of fact, your interview may get cut |
| pants, skirt | | | | short. You must show confidence at all times! |
| Improper Attire: jeans, sneakers, t-shirts, jean skirts, | | | | OK, let's face it; some of us are late for everything! |
| shorts | | | | However, being late for an interview will cut your |
| Note for Women: please make sure not to over do it | | | | chances at least 80% of getting that job. You should |
| with accessories. A small pair of earrings and necklace | | | | always arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled |
| goes a long way. Too many accessories can be very | | | | interview. This shows the employer you're responsible. |
| distracting. | | | | If you're going to be late, of course you need to call |
| Note for Men and Women: Try not to over do it with | | | | and let them know, but you need to make sure this is |
| fragrances. Some people have allergies to certain | | | | avoided and leave your home in more than enough |
| fragrances and wearing too much may cause a | | | | time to get to your interview! Remember, that's the |
| reaction. Always remember a little goes a long way. | | | | employer's first impression of you and if they see you |
| Before going in for an interview, you should always | | | | can't manage time to get to an interview, how are you |
| prep yourself. Ask friends or family members to | | | | going to manage your time getting to work everyday. |
| conduct a mock interview with you. This will help you | | | | Last but not least, after you've gone through the |
| get your answers in order for those difficult questions. | | | | interview, you should immediately send a thank you |
| You can start with questions like: Tell me about | | | | note. It shows appreciation and courtesy... it's that |
| yourself? Why did you leave your last job? Why are | | | | simple. |
| you interested in this position? Where do you see | | | | I hope you enjoyed interviewing 101 and hopefully you'll |
| yourself in 5 yrs? Give me an example of how you | | | | put these tactics in action! |
| handled a difficult situation in the work place? What | | | | I wish you much success on your career journey! |
| was the solution? These questions are usually asked | | | | |