Here are a few interview tips from the recruiters at Career Contacts to keep in mind for the next interview that you are going to:
- Practice Being Interviewed. The majority of interview questions you will be asked you know ahead of time.
- Practice, practice and then practice again for those interview questions that they may ask in this interview; do this with a friend or record yourself with your phone to get comfortable.
- Review the company’s website, blog and social media sites. Read up on the industry and know current events. Know where you are going. Here is a link to sample to interview questions.
- Be Punctual. Don’t be late, arrive early enough to avoid traffic, find parking, or a bus route and then grab a coffee or water and relax.
- Plan your route or bus schedule the day before.
- Don’t arrive earlier than 5 minutes. Wait in the lobby until your time arrives.
- Be Ready the Day Before The Interview. Get your clothes ready, resume printed and references prepared. Carry these in a folder with a pen and paper to make notes.
- Keep your appearance fresh and business like.
- Wear only light colognes or perfumes. Some offices are scent free.
- Make a professional first impression.
- Be Ready to Meet the Interviewer. Remember body language and maintain eye contact. Smile, relax and take a breath between questions. Don’t be afraid to say “just a moment, let me think of an example”.
- Mirror the person you are meeting. Put them at ease by replicating their posture.
- Be positive and confident.
- Do not be negative or make negative comments about past employers.
- Let them know that you know them.
- Ask questions. According to Glassdoor, if you don’t ask questions in an interview you can easily “run the risk of unintentionally appearing disengaged or uninterested.”
- Read more on suggested interview questions you may ask.
- Send a Thank You Follow Up Note after the Interview. Sending a thank you note will let the interviewer know that you are interested in being considered for the job and will possibly get you a final interview.
- Keep it simple and straight to the point.
If you have any questions, email Andrea at Andrea@careercontacts.ca
