| So you have applied for your dream job and have | | | | enquire as to the dress code of the company. If you |
| been invited for an interview. Congratulations! You may | | | | are still not sure, err on the side of over dressing but |
| think that the hard work is behind you but believe me, | | | | make sure that what you wear gives you confidence. |
| the interview and what follows are critical in deciding if | | | | Job interview tips, no. 3. Concentrate on your body |
| you can get the job you want. If you can execute the | | | | language. |
| following job interview tips you will maximize your | | | | The way you conduct yourself whilst in the company's |
| chance of success. | | | | office will largely determine if you get the job you |
| Job interview tips, no. 1. Be punctual. | | | | want. Upon meeting your interviewer, have a strong |
| This sounds too simple, right? But having interviewed | | | | handshake and during the interview appear confident |
| many people myself for important jobs I can tell you | | | | but not overpowering. It is important to maintain eye |
| that a candidate who arrives late for an interview is | | | | contact with the person you are talking with and never |
| already at a distinct disadvantage. It is far better for | | | | cross your arms - this is the classic gesture of |
| you to arrive early and wait in the office reception - | | | | defensiveness and your interviewer will almost |
| this certainly shows your prospective employer that | | | | certainly view this negatively. |
| you are enthusiastic about the job. Plus you will | | | | Job interview tips, no. 4. Relax and be positive. |
| probably get to see some of the candidates you are | | | | It goes almost without saying that you should not |
| competing against which could provide you with some | | | | behave arrogantly and show superiority - after all, the |
| useful insights. Alternatively, wait in the coffee shop | | | | interviewer holds your future and how you interact will |
| outside until the appointed time where you may also | | | | determine success or not. Your job interview |
| get a chance to observe your competitors. | | | | preparation should have included reviewing sample |
| Job interview tips, no. 2. Dress to impress. | | | | interview questions so you should be relaxed and |
| In this age of increasingly casual attire for the office, do | | | | ready for whatever comes your way. If you do |
| not be lured into thinking you can dress for the | | | | happen to be asked a question you cannot answer, it |
| interview in such a manner. Remember you only have | | | | is best to admit up front and add that you will follow up |
| one opportunity to make an impression, and your | | | | the matter and get back in contact soon. This can |
| interviewer will be greatly influenced by your clothes. | | | | provide a further opportunity to impress your new |
| The day of your interview is a significant one in your | | | | employer. |
| life, and there can be no excuse for dress that is | | | | So there you have it - some basic job interview tips to |
| inappropriate for the place and the occasion. Take into | | | | get the job you want. In summary, arrive on time, look |
| account the surroundings of the company granting you | | | | the part, be confident and attentive but not smug, and |
| the interview when you are deciding what to wear. If in | | | | smile. Good luck! |
| doubt you can always contact the recruiter and | | | | |