Sooner or later in the life of any person, a stage begins when you have to change jobs, and interviewing is an integral part of it. The most important thing during the interview is to present all your professional qualities and like the HR manager. Applicants try to achieve this in various ways, but it does not always succeed. If you do not know how to behave properly in an interview, then the tips listed in this article will be very helpful.
1. Appearance
Of course, clothing should be appropriate. A business suit is suitable for men , and for women - a blouse and a strict skirt or trousers. Forget about extravagance, pretentiousness, cosmetics, hairstyle, accessories and even perfumes. Only those who do not know how to behave in an interview are trying to impress. Expressing your own individuality is allowed only to people of creative professions: artists, designers, artists, etc.
2. Arrival for an interview
Do not try to be late! Punctuality will be an additional trump card. In addition, being late will negatively affect the mood of the interviewer, who knows how to conduct an interview, and appreciates both his own and other people's time. If you do not have time, then call the person waiting for you and warn about it. It will be very useful to come half an hour earlier and look at the situation in the office. So you better know the company in which you plan to get.
3. Turn off your mobile
If you are waiting for important calls, then put an answering machine. Answering a call during an interview, let alone talking to other employers, is considered the height of impoliteness.
4. Documents with you
Usually the HR manager already has a printout of your resume, but just in case, grab a couple of copies. This will show the interviewer that you are highly organized and know how to behave properly during the interview. In addition, take documents on education and certificates of training you completed.
5. Question-answer
Try to listen very carefully to the questions you are asked and answer them clearly. Do not go into lengthy reasoning. This will only show your lack of professionalism. Interview answers should last no more than 2 minutes. Follow the feedback from the interviewer. If he listens without interest, then interrupt and ask if you answered the question.
6. Company Information
Try to find out about the company you go to as much information as possible. For example, through its corporate website. Thanks to your knowledge, you will know how to behave properly in an interview, and will gain an advantage over other job seekers.
7. Recommendations
Get ready to be asked for recommendations. There are two options. Either give the phone number of your adviser (just warn him that your potential employer’s call would not be a surprise), or take care of writing a letter of recommendation in advance and take it with you.
And further…
After the interview is over, be sure to thank the HR manager for your time. Even if you do not pass the competition for a vacancy, the experience gained will be useful to you in meetings with other employers. Have a nice job interview!