Job Interview Tips and Strategies

Do you know how to present or sell yourself in an interview? Have you found yourself freezing up or uncomfort? Have you ever had a question where you have not been able to work out what the interviewer was asking – or you could give an answer, but didn’t know if it was the right one? Here are our best interview tips and strategies for you.

An interview is a final step for selection to any job. Eligibility for giving interview means that the candidate have right aptitude and knowledge for the job, he has required knowledge about the subject. A one to one communication in the form of interview makes the decision final that whether the candidate should be selected for the job or not.

Types of Interview-

1.Telephone Interview
2.On-Site Interview-most common
3.1 to 1 Interview
4.Group Interview: multiple interviewers
5.On-Site Interview-less common

First Things First…

• You can be effective and successful in your interviews … believe that
• Interviewing is a skill you can learn
• Knowing strengths = important
• Interviewing = 2 way street

Be prepared for an interview

1. Research the organization
2. Research the job role
3. Research yourself

General Tips for an Interview

• Introductions and beyond
• Be friendly, smile, maintain good eye contact
• The handshake: firm, but not crushing
• Show enthusiasm & interest
• It’s okay (and natural) to be nervous
• Be positive and emphasize your strengths
• Listen carefully and ask for clarification if necessary
• Pause and think, if you need to, before answering
• Never say anything negative about anyone
• Keep answers to the point (90 sec – 120 seconds max)