Content

• To step
• Part 1 of 4: Presenting yourself well
• Part 2 of 4: Using communication skills
• Part 3 of 4: Thinking about your posture
• Part 4 of 4: Lend the interviewer a hand
• Tips
• Warnings

If you want to score a job, it is extremely important to leave a good impression during the job interview. Managers generally hire people who meet their expectations. It is therefore important to know exactly what those expectations are. In this article, we'll discuss some of the most common complaints from interviewers, and show you how to avoid mistakes.

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Part 1 of 4: Presenting yourself well

1. Dress appropriately. In general, it is better not to show up in jeans and flip flops. The same goes for very short skirts or deep-cut tops. But sometimes a three-piece suit is also not suitable. How you dress appropriately mainly depends on the vacancy. If you are going to apply for a job as a bank clerk, you will have to dress differently than when you are applying as a personal assistant to an up-and-coming fashion designer. It's generally best to dress like you would if you had that job.
2. Leave a good first impression. Are your clothes appropriate? Do you fit her well? Are your nails clean and neat? When you wear make-up, aren't you wearing too much? Did you start the conversation with your phone in your hand? For younger applicants it is wise not to pretend to be your mother; that may indicate that you are not independent. Make a good first impression, so that the interview is not doomed to fail right away.
3. Be punctual and be on time. This is an absolute must. To make sure you will arrive on time, you can take a ride to the location the day before. That way you know exactly how to get there. Leave home an hour earlier than you normally would. After all, you never know when there will be a traffic jam, or when the weather will show its worst side. Take a moment to calm your nerves, say a quick prayer, and check in the mirror one last time to see what you look like. Walk into the building about ten minutes before the interview. Never be late. If something throws a spanner in the works, such as a traffic accident, call the company as soon as possible to report it.
   • If you suffer from a lot of stress, it could just be that you have remembered the agreed location incorrectly. Or maybe you forgot to charge your mobile when the call is going to take place over the phone. This is a psychological aspect that is common to humans. As crazy as it may sound, double check the time and location at least twice. It is also best to check it on a different day, so that you can be sure that you cannot make a mistake.
4. Be professional. Professionalism is greatly appreciated. Do you chew gum, smoke, or tap your resume with your pen? Everything you do will be judged in one way or another by the interviewer. Make sure that nothing can prejudice your candidacy.
5. Turn your phone off-completely. It's downright rude to leave your phone on during a job interview. It's even worse when you answer your phone.

Part 2 of 4: Using communication skills

1. Speak clearly and stay concise. Never use two words when one word is enough. Address people as "sir" and "madam", articulate well, and use correct grammar. Keep your answers short and sweet. Don't get lost. Speak to convey a message, not to break awkward silences. Speak loud and clear. Make sure the interviewer doesn't have to ask you for a repeat.
2. Listen carefully. It is very annoying for interviewers to interview people who deviate from the topic and do not answer the actual questions. It is also annoying for them to have to keep repeating their questions. Concentrate on the dynamics of the conversation. Ask for clarification if needed. Make sure your answers are relevant and that they don't deviate from the topic. Lean forward slightly. Maintain eye contact. These behaviors indicate that you are actively listening.
3. Ask specific questions. Asking bad questions is annoying; Asking no questions at all is worse. Bad questions are about what the company could do for you. These are questions about salary, paid overtime, tax benefits, etc. Keep these questions to yourself in the first instance. You can always ask them if you are actually offered the job. (This has to do with negotiation techniques). Good questions are about what you could do for the company. Questions such as "What are the factors that determine whether someone is successful?" or "How would you describe your ideal employee" show that you "get it".
4. Answer adequately. It comes as a surprise when candidates are unwilling to talk about themselves and / or their achievements. The questions asked during job interviews seem to throw some people off their minds; others give only very short answers that do not really contain much information. Interviewers view this behavior as laziness or disinterest. Take the time to go through some of the common interview questions and decide in advance how you will answer those questions. You can practice this by telling (short) stories about your achievements and experience.
   • Practice with general questions you may have heard before. You may think these are really easy questions, but if you don't practice you may not be able to answer them properly - this could be due to nerves, distraction, etc.
5. Show that you have researched the company. Too many people apply to companies they know nothing about. If you don't bother to do your homework, the interviewer will conclude that you're not willing to go the extra mile. The bigger the company, the more inexcusable it is.
6. Be strategic with your questions. If you don't ask how long the previous person did the task, you will be missing out on a lot of valuable information. You also need to figure out which priorities require your immediate attention. This way you can find out whether all the work has been properly completed, or whether it will take you a few months to get everything in order. You will also be able to deduce from this how much time you get from the boss to clean up that mess. Find out what the climate is like within the company - what you'll need to do to get ahead. When you have received answers to all these questions, you can conclude the conversation
7. Don't ask for the extras. That is completely irrelevant to the first meeting, nor to the second. The salary, the perks and the like will all be discussed. Don't ask for it. You don't want to give the impression that you are only after the money or the prestige.
8. Make sure you know what to do next. You will have to know what is about to happen. If you have this information, you won't have to sit next to the phone, waiting for an offer. And above all, this will make a follow-up conversation a lot easier. Questions like, "When do you expect to make a decision?" or "When can I expect a message from you?" are fine.

Part 3 of 4: Thinking about your posture

1. Leave your arrogance at home. Candidate arrogance is something recruiters despise. Candidates all too often cross the fine line between confidence and arrogance. As mentioned, the line is thin-beware. Confident people treat their interviewers as equals, while arrogant people are condescending. They give the impression of thinking above other people, social or otherwise.Be especially careful if you are being interviewed by a younger person, or if you are applying for a job that is slightly less prestigious than your previous job.
   • If your nerves make you seem arrogant, find a way to get around that unfortunate appearance.
2. Don't criticize your last employer. It is bad taste to rip off your previous employer. If you speak ill of your previous manager, the interviewer will assume that you will do the same about him / her. You throw in your own windows when you start complaining about your previous employer, manager or colleagues. If you start to see the interviewer as a friend, you may be tempted to share details like this. Do not do it! It shows that you are not loyal, that you are easily dissatisfied, and that you have a short fuse.
3. Show that you are enthusiastic and interested. We classify the following examples under interview misconduct: disinterest, picking up your phone, relentless eye contact, not looking the interviewer in the eye, rattling, and boldness. The interviewers have certain expectations with regard to your behavior. This pattern is no different from common courtesy. Put your best foot forward by being polite, professional, friendly, and considerate. With the hat in hand, people travel all over the country.
4. Know that the interview will not end until you leave the building. It's terrible when the conversation went really well, but you still screw up when you leave. Unfortunately, this happens more often than you think. For example, the interviewer can ask between nose and lips how you managed to get your day off today. You will be amazed at how many people say they have called in sick. Also be careful with the interactions you have inside the building. Don't say or do things that could sabotage your opportunities.
5. Be careful anyway. This may speak for itself, but you can never be too careful in your job interview. You want to make sure that you stay in the race for the vacancy at all costs. Try to avoid anything that could throw a spanner in the works, so that the employer only has to focus on what you have to offer. Do not lie! Lying is never good. The employer may start to think that you are being dishonest and untrustworthy. Of course, it is a different story if you "sincerely" forgot to mention something.

Part 4 of 4: Lend the interviewer a hand

1. Adapt to the interviewer. Some interviewers hate this type of conversation, and will even admit it outright. It is wise to adopt a friendly attitude with these interviewers. If you are lucky enough to find a friendly and informal interviewer, you will feel more comfortable and find it easier to give the perfect answers. Just don't make yourself so comfortable that you forget whatever you came to do!
2. Bring extra copies of your resume and a separate list of references. Chances are that your CV ensured that you were allowed to come for an interview at all. However, bring some extra copies so that the interviewer can refer to your resume during the interview. The credentials you have provided will not be checked until the company seriously considers hiring you. If you are asked for your references during the interview, that's great! Therefore, make sure that you can provide a list of references if you are asked to do so.
3. Make sure you are in a good mood. Put on a smile, be enthusiastic, and show interest. Make sure your body language and speech are positive. Positivity is extremely contagious.

Tips

• Radiate your energy and emotion with your eyes.
• Take a clothes roller with you.

Warnings

• Turn off your phone.
• Sit up straight and act professionally.
• Don't smoke beforehand. The smell of smoke could be a huge letdown.
• Don't talk too much.
• The first contact you make may be with a security guard or receptionist. These people may be asked what they thought of you. Therefore, be polite and respectful. Do not roll your eyes when the security guard asks you for an ID. Do not address the receptionist with "honey" or "joke".