Once you achieve an interview, you need to make sure your qualifications out shine other applicants.
Why Interviews are important:
- Assessment to see whether you fit within the organization
- Determines your verbal communication skills
- Opportunity to prove you can perform the job, by outlining previous work examples
- Evaluates your character
- Tests your problem solving skills
- Creates a connection between you and the employer
Tips for a successful Interview:
- Research the company your interviewing with, impress them with your knowledge
- Write a list of questions you would like to ask the employer about the company, job and or work environment / culture
- Be 10 minutes early, read an article or book while waiting (industry related)
- Practice answering interview questions with a trained career counselor such as, where do you see yourself in 5-years, how would you prioritize the following tasks, what would you do if a customer asked you to bend the rules?
- If a hand shake is initiated by the employer, meet them with a return firm hand shake
- Smile and make eye contact
The Interview process can be a test of our character and how we respond to difficult situations. Training how to answer behavioral and hypothetical questions can help decrease the stress and nervousness of the interview, giving yourself the ability to relax and let the company meet the real you! Don't be afraid of answering difficult interview questions any longer. We can offer you online and or telecommute interview coaching.
