| Job interviews are always stressful, no matter how | | | | rested. You will be more observant and attentive to |
| many you have gone to already. That is why you | | | | the interviewer's questions and reactions. |
| need to prepare yourself well especially if this is your | | | | Dress appropriately. A safe attire is shirt and tie and |
| first time. | | | | slacks for men, and simple white or pastel blouse and |
| Research. Find out more about the company and the | | | | skirt for women. Preferred color for shoes is black. |
| position that you will be interviewed for. If possible, | | | | Accessories should be kept to a minimum. Make sure |
| learn more about the person who is going to interview | | | | that the whole outfit is neat and clean. Your hair should |
| you. Whatever information you get will go a long way | | | | be well-combed and nails should be trim. |
| when you are face-to-face with your interviewer. | | | | Be on time. There is nothing more irritating to the |
| Practice. Put yourself in the shoes of the interviewer. | | | | interviewer than an interviewee who is late for his/her |
| What will you ask yourself? Then practice your | | | | appointment. If possible, be at the designated place 5 |
| answers. Review your answers over and over until | | | | to 10 minutes ahead of scheduled time. This way, you |
| you are satisfied that you have given the best and | | | | may also be able to observe the other people in the |
| most honest responses. There are websites that list | | | | company and learn a little about the company's culture. |
| sample interview questions which you can use to | | | | Lastly, just go for it. If, for some reason, you failed the |
| practice with. | | | | interview, think of it as a learning experience. Analyze |
| Sleep early. A good night's sleep is important to be | | | | what happened, then go to the next one, more |
| alert the next day. You will look better if you are fully | | | | prepared this time. |