Job Interview - Top Tips?

[lePobz]

So, got a big job interview coming up soon ... Has anyone got some good handy top tips for job interviews?

 

[iizbl4ck]

ummm, dont mess up lol which is actually a very good thing to do. ummm what else...SHOWER before you go lol

 

[Cormeh]

try sound intelligent

Well **** me.... :|

One thing I've found recently is that a bit of research on the company you're applying for can go a long way.

What kind of work they're doing, who their clients are etc etc.

 

[Saltpeter]

If they're asking for your qualities, illustrate them with a work situation you experienced not too long ago in which they came in handy.

 

[[Matt]]

also find out a try lot about the company you have the interview with so you can refer to it during the interview if needed.

 

[co05]

Make sure you don't have boogers hanging out of your nose.

 

[Mr Stabby]

don't say um or uh

 

[Lucid]

Dress nicely, always look at him/her in the eyes and speak when spoken to.

 

[Beerdude26]

Whenever you lost track of your train of thoughts, just cough once (which gives you a tad of time to get back in track) and then continue. Works wonders for presentations aswell

 

[Hectic Glenn]

-Be smart and turn up on time, if necessary be a little early, but not too early. That is annoying.

-Treat everyone you meet with respect, you never know who they may be. The receptionist could be married to the HR Manager.

-Have an example of something you've done or achieved in other jobs or things you've experienced. How you went about it and what it meant.

-Don't swear, sometimes the interviewer may swear or try and make you feel overly relaxed so you slip into a state of comfort where you'll say things you shouldn't say...

-Don't slag off previous employers. You are moving because/ looking for a new opportunity to broaden your horizons / learn more / progress yourself. Not because you hate where you are and looking for a quick move.

-Be clear and confident in your manner, so speak with distinction, no muttering or gibberish.

-Have a few questions to ask them for the end of the interview regarding the company / position.

-Do research on the company before hand, check out their website or something. Any little bits of info will impress them BIG TIME.

-Lastly, don't come across as just your CV. The interview is to see you as a person which will fit in with the company / employees. They are trying to establish if you will fit in. They know your CV, they read it and called you for an interview! So show them you. (oh and bring a copy of your CV to refer to for dates, it can be very useful).



That's a general guideline. And sadly...yes...I work in recruitment

 

[lePobz]

Whenever you lost track of your train of thoughts, just cough once (which gives you a tad of time to get back in track) and then continue. Works wonders for presentations aswell

Here's my train of thoughts. If I tried your technique, he'd think I had the plague

One to remember, though. :thumbs:

And thanks for the major pointers there, Glenn They sound great

 

[Warbie]

Walk into the interview with your nuts hanging out your trousers - but don't linger in the gaze of the guy/gal behind the desk, that's important. They will be so perplexed and shacken by what they think they saw, but know deep down couldn't have been, that any sense of superiority or power they had prior will be lost in a sea of doubt. Now the tables are turned, and you will appear to be all the more calm and confident - it can't fail.

 

[Solaris]

Make strong eye contact.

Sit up straight.

Have examples of when you can work in a team and independently

Can you take a leadership role? Prepare examples.

Don't cross your arms.

Make sure when they ask for your biggest weakness you tell them something slightly positive: ie. 'I find it hard take ideas recommended by others straight away, if someone proposes an idea in a meeting, I work best when I have a few minutes to think about it and what it would entail outside of a group situation to make sure it's a good idea'.

 

[CptStern]

So, got a big job interview coming up soon ... Has anyone got some good handy top tips for job interviews?

research the company before going in, dress in business attire, no business casual I dont care why type of job it is, it matters, do a call back/email shortly after interview thanking them for the time taken to interview you

 

[Ridge]

When the guy asks where you see yourself in 5 years, dont say "doing your wife"

 

[Dynasty]

Dress according to what the job entails. I mean, if youre idea of a big interview is at Maccy D's..then jeans and a shirt.

Any job interview should be done with smart trouser, shirt and tie with polished smart, black shoes. YOu feel like a pance but anyway.

Get your hair looking your age, no spikyness thanks. They dont want to be hiring some 21 year old with a 16 year old haircut. Clean shaven, shower beforehand, a spray of aftershave etc.

Sit up straight 24/7

Speak ENGLISH, not chav or cockny london or whatever, pronounce your t's etc. Please and thank you's. Speak CLEARLY, dont mumble anything.

Good eye contact but dont stare, look away for like a second and then back every 10-20 or so seconds, shows your listening but not being a freak.

Dont answer with 'yes/no'. They want to see you adapting to a situation, if anything answer the odd question with a question back at them.

Good firm handshake as you enter, smile and look confident, as if you were meeting someone you already new.

Finally, its like a date, they wouldnt have said yes to an interview if they didnt take an interest in you. So youre there now, youre only job is, quite simply, not to screw it up. Speak clearly, dont lie about ANYTHING no matter how personal the question, and just be yourself. If they say theyll call you, they probably will, or you may get the job/rejected right there and then.

Just dont worry yourself beforehand. Youll look like a nervous reck as you enter the room or whatever, and theyll instantly have a bad image of you. Always judge the book by its cover on first impressions when in an interview

 

[Link]

Doing your...son?

Unless you are very familiar with the exact area you are going to, do a dry run of traveling to the interview a day or two before. Dosen't matter if you are driving or taking public transport, make sure that you know exactly where you are going and exactly how long its going to take. This will also let you know about any knew roadworks/changes to bus schedules that you might not have otherwise known about.

Glenn is right, turn up early, but not to early. However, you can never reach the location to early. If its a really important interview, I aim to arrive up to an hour early, then find a cafe or something within a few minutes walk of the place, so that I can make sure I'm on time. Worst case senario is something happens that makes me run late, so I've got an hour to use up without having a problem. Otherwise, I get a sit down and a coke before the interview to get into the right mind set. Nothing will lose you a chance more than turning up late or having to reschedule.

Take gum, eat before you arrive (But not 10 seconds before, or you will reek of mint)

 

[firenbrimstone]

Otherwise, I get a sit down and a coke before the interview to get into the right mind set. Nothing will lose you a chance more than turning up late or having to reschedule.

Take gum, eat before you arrive (But not 10 seconds before, or you will reek of mint)

Know your bladder...and your stomach! Be careful with the eating/drinking.. nerves can wreak havoc on the colon, and funny "gurgles" or that uncomfortable pain when a large coffee is ready to leave.. can ruin a great interview!

Some great tips here, just remember to smile and project confidence. Don't overthink your answers, just be confident in what you know you can do.

Oh.. and never..ever..ever lie about whether you can perform a task or duty, because that will definitely come back to haunt you!

Best of luck! :thumbs:

 

[CADE56]

I've seen many pieces of advice, the majority of them being more than right. How to dress, how to answer some specific questions, how to control your gestures. The reality is that the job seeker's interview techniques nowadays should be very very well studied and rehearsed upon. Besides, the successful interview is in fact a mixture of everything mentioned in here with a little bit of luck of course.

 

[Laivasse]

Two words:

Human beatbox.

Nothing impresses an interviewer more than a slick bit of BuhVVVV!-chkadutiss-judukuhdukuh-baarrrp-unce-unce-brrrapchkuhchkuh-brrrrvvv~!

Depending on the atmosphere, follow it up with a bit of The Robot. The job will be yours.

 

[PvtRyan]

Just masturbate.

















And I mean before the interview, so you're less tense and nervous. During the interview would be rather awkward.

 

[lePobz]

Umm this job interview was ages ago, and it went well ... although I've not heard anything since, so I guess I didn't masturbate enough during the interview.

Still, thanks for all the top tips :thumbs:

 

[Krynn72]

Walk into the interview with your nuts hanging out your trousers - but don't linger in the gaze of the guy/gal behind the desk, that's important. They will be so perplexed and shacken by what they think they saw, but know deep down couldn't have been, that any sense of superiority or power they had prior will be lost in a sea of doubt. Now the tables are turned, and you will appear to be all the more calm and confident - it can't fail.

Im glad this thread was resurrected. I missed this gem.

 

[Gunner]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDjBsOkidek

 

[hool10]

So I got a Q for you guys. I always hear that you should wear a tie or something to an interview. But it seems that you guys all work in an office or something. I'm a welder so you can expect what the place will look like. Usually I wear my best jeans, shirt, and fancy shoes. Do you guys think that's ok or something?

 

[<RJMC>]

when he ask about past experience talk about your sex life

when he talk about your weakness break a glass

when he ask you what the heck is going you tell him "you shut up!"

if everything fails then just get on top of the desk and dance "my baby does the hanky panky"

 

[TechnoHippyChic]

So I got a Q for you guys. I always hear that you should wear a tie or something to an interview. But it seems that you guys all work in an office or something. I'm a welder so you can expect what the place will look like. Usually I wear my best jeans, shirt, and fancy shoes. Do you guys think that's ok or something?

That sounds about right for the situation. Goes back to what ĐynastҰ said:

Dress according to what the job entails.

 

[lePobz]

@ MST3k ... Good post, Gunner. This forum needs more MST3k.

 

[Krynn72]

I wish MST3K would've done newer movies, and ones that are still bad, but not quite so bad as that. Their comments are hilarious and make me lol a lot, but sometimes its not worth having to sit through the movie itself.

 

[Acepilotf14]

Don't tell him that you post on a nerdy forum filled with people with a fraction of lives and that your avatar is a pair of jiggly boobs.
D:

 

[lewiscarroll30]

Dress professionally and well groomed. Wear neat and clean clothes. Keep your shoes in good conditions.Plan to arrive for your interview 10 minutes before the given time. Arriving late creates a bad impression. Collect some information about the company you want to work for.Review your resume properly. Try to give examples in your answers and finally ask questions from the interviewer.

 

[Druckles]

*checks watch*

Think his interview has come and gone buddy...

 

[Pesmerga]

Save his life one way or another. He'll have no choice but to hire you.

 

[lewiscarroll30]

A first impression is a lasting impression
It is generally said that interviewers form an opinion of candidates within the first 15 seconds of their meeting. Therefore it is very important to look the way in which you want to present yourself to others. While interviewing it is necessary to dress conservatively and well groomed.Choose a conservative suit (navy, gray, black),a long-sleeved shirt that matches with the suit, a profesional tie and belt that matches your shoes.

 

[lePobz]

It's funny that this thread has just bumped, i've got another job interview tomorrow

And yeah, lewis ... I dress smart, I look a fool but I wear a suit.

 

[{tDP}ferrari]

We are actually studying this in English class right now here are some helpful tips

1) dont be LATE!!
2) dress nice, wear something that is white, or light blue, with a tie.
3) smile when you walk in there..
4) have good posture and walk
5) have a solid firm handshake.
6) know facts and other things about the buisness where you are applying
7) ask questions..
8) be ready to tell about yourself but know when to quit
9) Prepare you speech ahead of time.

Hope some of that helps you!! remember they look at how qualified you are but mostly they look at your attitude, Bad attitude = no job!

GOOD LUCK!

 

[Tyguy]

If he/she has kids, comment on their sexual attractiveness, people always like hearing how good their kids look. Offer to babysit whenever you can as this shows you are a hard worker but are willing to go that extra mile.

Ask many questions, but be sure to answer those questions before he/she can. This shows them that even if you have a question, you don't need outside help to take care of it.

Comment on the desk the interviewer has. Mention that it looks "structurally sound"

Mention your in depth knowledge of karate and convey your dedication to the company by agreeing to "take out" anyone causing problems

showing up early only tells the employer that your best quality is prudence. This might drowned out your other first impression qualities. Its best to arrive 15 minutes late while buttoning your shirt while entering the office. Let them know they need you more than you need them.

If you use these pointers, i guarantee you a successful career....(at mcdonalds)

 

[phantomdesign]

We are actually studying this in English class right now here are some helpful tips

1) dont be LATE!!
2) dress nice, wear something that is white, or light blue, with a tie.
3) smile when you walk in there..
4) have good posture and walk
5) have a solid firm handshake.
6) know facts and other things about the buisness where you are applying
7) ask questions..
8) be ready to tell about yourself but know when to quit
9) Prepare you speech ahead of time.

Hope some of that helps you!! remember they look at how qualified you are but mostly they look at your attitude, Bad attitude = no job!

GOOD LUCK!

Those are all the typical pieces of advice you get from everyone, and they're all good. I've recently picked up a few more things that will greatly help you in your interview.

• OPTIMISM: When you're in the interview, be happy, be energetic, be excited, be contagious! In my most recent interview, the guy was obviously a bit down, probably tired, maybe something bad happened recently, I really don't know. It took me a few minutes, by with some persistence, he was happy, energetic, and excited about the possibilities!
  
  No excuses, because even if you're socially inept, you can probably pull this off. Get plenty of sleep, make sure you're awake a few hours before the interview, avoid sugars/caffine or large meals, drink water, etc to make sure you actually have energy.
• TALK BUSINESS: You don't need to be an expert on business, HOWEVER you need to be able to tell that person exactly how you'll make the company a lot of money. Forget all that showing up on time hard worker bla bla stereotype he's heard it before BULLCRAP. Showing up on time doesn't make money unless you're working at McDonalds.
  
  Talk productivity, research, development, communication, etc in context of making a profit. Keep in mind you have to sell yourself as worth far more than your salary because there's a lot of overhead (costs for computers, software, rent, electricity, accountants, tax, etc). You are not an EMPLOYEE, you offer a rare service and a rare opportunity.
  
  (this of course presumes a skilled job).

This sure as hell worked for me twice in the last 1.5 months, got a contract-to-hire position, then negotiated a higher salary than originally mentioned just a month later.

EDIT: I advise against gum; it sorbitol (spelling?) causes gas.