Thinking about a good and memorable acronym for some interview tips, EMPLOY ME seemed like a good, straightforward and direct choice. At the the end of the interview that is the message you want to send out to the recruiter!
So here are a few tips:
Engage: Be engaged and engaging in the interview. The interviewer needs to get to know you, as well as possible, in a limited time period. Show interest in the business and the role; listen to the questions; try to make the interview into more of a conversation than a Q & A session.
Me: Remember the interview is about YOU! You need to focus on YOUR achievements and accomplishments. Be focused on YOUR contributions to the team rather that what the team accomplished as a whole.
Proof: Back up all statements with proof. If you say you can do something , back it up with examples of past experience, times when you did this or something similar. Try to give as much detail as possible.
Look the part: First impression last! Make sure you are dressed appropriately for the interview. Rather be too smart that too casual! Even in a relaxed work environment you need to dress for an interview!
You should be clean, neat and tidy- body, hair and clothing.
Outspoken: Even if you are an introvert you have to be outspoken in an interview. An interviewer won’t necessarily have a chance to get to know you if you don’t use this opportunity to sell yourself. This is a MARKETING opportunity. They have your CV and have invited you for an interview, now you have to do the talking!
Yes I can: Always have a “CAN DO” attitude. Show willingness to learn and receptivity to feedback.
Manners: Be well mannered before, during and after the interview. You can do this by being polite on the phone during the pre-interview period. Greet the interviewer/s politely with a handshake and eye contact. Be polite to everyone you encounter in the office, including the receptionist, security guard or office administrator who greets you on arrival. Remember to thank the interviewer for their time and the opportunity.
Excellence: Focus on being the best possible candidate. Give an indication of your excellence through examples of past experience where you have made achievements. Highlight your excellence. Employers want winners! Know you are a winner and they will know you are an EXCELLENT candidate!
Me: Remember the interview is about YOU! You need to focus on YOUR achievements and accomplishments. Be focused on YOUR contributions to the team rather that what the team accomplished as a whole.
Proof: Back up all statements with proof. If you say you can do something , back it up with examples of past experience, times when you did this or something similar. Try to give as much detail as possible.
Look the part: First impression last! Make sure you are dressed appropriately for the interview. Rather be too smart that too casual! Even in a relaxed work environment you need to dress for an interview!
You should be clean, neat and tidy- body, hair and clothing.
Outspoken: Even if you are an introvert you have to be outspoken in an interview. An interviewer won’t necessarily have a chance to get to know you if you don’t use this opportunity to sell yourself. This is a MARKETING opportunity. They have your CV and have invited you for an interview, now you have to do the talking!
Yes I can: Always have a “CAN DO” attitude. Show willingness to learn and receptivity to feedback.
Manners: Be well mannered before, during and after the interview. You can do this by being polite on the phone during the pre-interview period. Greet the interviewer/s politely with a handshake and eye contact. Be polite to everyone you encounter in the office, including the receptionist, security guard or office administrator who greets you on arrival. Remember to thank the interviewer for their time and the opportunity.
Excellence: Focus on being the best possible candidate. Give an indication of your excellence through examples of past experience where you have made achievements. Highlight your excellence. Employers want winners! Know you are a winner and they will know you are an EXCELLENT candidate!
GOOD-LUCK!!
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