17 Interview Principles

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17 Interview Principles

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Preparation
Self
For interview
Research


Unfortunately most people talk
themselves out of a job rather than
talk themselves into it.
Present a positive image
Make first impressions work for you.
Body Language – Non verbal body
language

1. Understand yourself and
review your accomplishments

So that when the occasion presents itself you can
illustrate your areas of strength with specific
examples.
Be prepared to give further descriptions of
additional examples beyond the points made in
your CV


2. When you confirm your
appointment

know how long you will be there
who you will be meeting
what is expected of you
any tests will be given
… Any other info


3. Be polite and personable to
everyone you encounter.

People hire people they like and whom their staff
like
– and a less qualified person may get a position
over one more qualified who does not seem to
care about people or would not fit into the team


4. Be careful to avoid showing
signs of nervousness

Such as scratching, drumming of fingers,
etc.
Relax!
Interviews are never fatal and can be
satisfying if you relax


5. Dress appropriately
Neatly and conservatively
Attend to all elements of personal grooming


6. Plan to be slightly early
but not too early
so you will be relaxed and unflustered


7. When you are with the person
you came to see let them take
control of the interview.
Let the interviewer indicate to you where you
should sit
avoid leaving anything placed on his/her desk.
Ask for an exchange of business cards if possible
(in order to obtain correct spelling, title and telephone
number for follow-up calls and letters.)


8. Try to read the interviewer and
get on the same wavelength.

If they want details, provide them.
If the person is interested in ideas or concepts,
focus accordingly


9. Concentrate on your value.
Your experiences
results
ability to overcome problems

indicators of your worth


10. Demonstrate genuine
enthusiasm
Show interest
confidence


11. Never talk to an interviewer
about personal problems

Your personal problems will weaken your case


12. Modesty in an interview is a
weakness.

You should not boast but need not be apologetic
If you don't tell the interviewer how will they know


13. Avoid premature salary
discussions

Do not talk about money until your value has
been built and understood.
Do not seem primarily concerned with salary and
benefits; talk about how the content of the job
appeals to you.
Salary and benefits can be negotiated at an
appropriate time


14. Be an interested listener and
observer.

What you say and ask will be relevant and
meaningful to the interviewer.
Watch for signs of confusion on the one hand or
agreement and interest on the other to react
accordingly.


15. Concentrate on the idea of
making a contribution in a team
environment.
Competence alone does not sell
You must be seen as a person who will be
productive in a compatible way


16. Maintain a pace
Build interest towards your objective
If conversation falters ask good questions to go
further into areas in which the interviewer has
shown interest.


17. Always protect the confidence
of a past employer
Be understanding of any difficulties the employer
may have had including those that may have
caused you to leave
You may be talking to your future employer, so
demonstrate how much respect you will show
him should any problems arise


And finally additional tips
Above all, be yourself and not what you think
someone else expects.
Maintain your dignity and self-respect.
You have to live with the consequences so you
should use the interview to ensure that you are
hiring yourself the right employer.
If you want the job you will be nervous - that is
only natural.
Good preparation will make positive use of your
adrenaline.

As John F Kennedy could have said;
“Ask not what your company can do for you but
what you can do for the company”.

Good Luck!


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