Interview etiquette
A job interview requires good etiquette, because a job interview is a formal interaction. It is not a casual get-together or "hanging out." It is a formal business appointment and the job candidate will be judged on their appearance and behaviors, even in an IT company where everyone wears khakis, T-shirts, running shoes, and perhaps purple hair and multiple piercings.
For a job interview, dress yourself a bit better and above the level you'd expect among the current employees, wear conservative clothing, and act in a conservative manner.
Interview etiquette is all about showing as much respect to the interviewer and your potential new employer's company as you can. It is also all about being completely appropriate in manners for a business setting. Knowledge, experience, determination, and communications skills will help, but etiquette is the first picture your new employer will have of your character.
Hiring decisions to reject applicants, based on poor etiquette often occur within the first five minutes of the job interview. A tentative decision to hire you could also be made in that first five minutes, if your etiquette is good.
Etiquette begins to be observed from the time you drive onto the parking lot or get off the bus stop nearest the company to reach your interview appointment. Many times, a staff member of the company is stationed in a place to be able to observe you coming onto the property for your interview. They may also observe you leaving. Make sure your movements are confident, but relaxed, and that you use good posture. Don't look down, but look straight ahead.
Observe good manners and safety rules while driving and don't screech your tires or cut across empty parking spaces in the lot if you are driving. Stick to the driving lanes and speed limits (usually 10 mph in a parking lot). Wash your car the day before your interview, if you will be driving. Some people even rent a car for job interviews in order to make the best impression and the cost is often a taxdeductible job-search expense
Next, you enter the building. Be polite, and hold the door for others who are entering the building. Show good manners and greet everyone politely, from the receptionist to the janitor, and especially any customers or clients you encounter.
Next, your character shows in how you choose to enter the room. Do not do it without thought
Politely greet the receptionist and introduce yourself and state whom you are to see and follow her directions. When he or she tells you it is time to go into the next room for your interview, do not walk straight into the room without being asked by the interviewer to do so. Knock on the door first if it is closed or wait for the receptionist to walk you in. The interviewer may also come out to meet you first. Wait for him or her to ask you into their office.
For a job interview, dress yourself a bit better and above the level you'd expect among the current employees, wear conservative clothing, and act in a conservative manner.
Interview etiquette is all about showing as much respect to the interviewer and your potential new employer's company as you can. It is also all about being completely appropriate in manners for a business setting. Knowledge, experience, determination, and communications skills will help, but etiquette is the first picture your new employer will have of your character.
Hiring decisions to reject applicants, based on poor etiquette often occur within the first five minutes of the job interview. A tentative decision to hire you could also be made in that first five minutes, if your etiquette is good.
Etiquette begins to be observed from the time you drive onto the parking lot or get off the bus stop nearest the company to reach your interview appointment. Many times, a staff member of the company is stationed in a place to be able to observe you coming onto the property for your interview. They may also observe you leaving. Make sure your movements are confident, but relaxed, and that you use good posture. Don't look down, but look straight ahead.
Observe good manners and safety rules while driving and don't screech your tires or cut across empty parking spaces in the lot if you are driving. Stick to the driving lanes and speed limits (usually 10 mph in a parking lot). Wash your car the day before your interview, if you will be driving. Some people even rent a car for job interviews in order to make the best impression and the cost is often a taxdeductible job-search expense
Next, you enter the building. Be polite, and hold the door for others who are entering the building. Show good manners and greet everyone politely, from the receptionist to the janitor, and especially any customers or clients you encounter.
Next, your character shows in how you choose to enter the room. Do not do it without thought
Politely greet the receptionist and introduce yourself and state whom you are to see and follow her directions. When he or she tells you it is time to go into the next room for your interview, do not walk straight into the room without being asked by the interviewer to do so. Knock on the door first if it is closed or wait for the receptionist to walk you in. The interviewer may also come out to meet you first. Wait for him or her to ask you into their office.
Things to do Before Appearing for an Interview
The below list will help you prepare well for the Interview and increase your chances to crack the Interview.
1.Research:
The Company: With a World of information at your fingertips it should be straight forward to find relevant background to your potential new employer. Visiting the Website will provide an invaluable source of information. Obvious to some, but sadly, one of the most overlooked exercises in preparation.
The Role: It is very important to study the job description and fully understand the job role you are applying for. We recommend you take a print copy of the job profile with you to the interview to ensure you cover all the relevant sections you may wish to clarify.
The Location: Do understand where the interview is taking place – be sure you know how long it will take to get there. Do you know who is going to carry out the interview and how they fit into the organisation? Is the interviewer going to be your line manager or perhaps your HR manager?
The Company: With a World of information at your fingertips it should be straight forward to find relevant background to your potential new employer. Visiting the Website will provide an invaluable source of information. Obvious to some, but sadly, one of the most overlooked exercises in preparation.
The Role: It is very important to study the job description and fully understand the job role you are applying for. We recommend you take a print copy of the job profile with you to the interview to ensure you cover all the relevant sections you may wish to clarify.
The Location: Do understand where the interview is taking place – be sure you know how long it will take to get there. Do you know who is going to carry out the interview and how they fit into the organisation? Is the interviewer going to be your line manager or perhaps your HR manager?
2. Know your Resume/CV
Make certain to go through the version of the resume that you shared with the Interviewer. You might have several versions of the resume, make certain to read through the correct version before appearing for the Interview. Many times Interviewers find that candidates do not know what they have written in the resume. Be prepared to answer any question that the Interviewer might have on any line in your resume. If you are not confident of explaining any item in the resume, then it is better to remove that before applying for a job.
Make certain to go through the version of the resume that you shared with the Interviewer. You might have several versions of the resume, make certain to read through the correct version before appearing for the Interview. Many times Interviewers find that candidates do not know what they have written in the resume. Be prepared to answer any question that the Interviewer might have on any line in your resume. If you are not confident of explaining any item in the resume, then it is better to remove that before applying for a job.
3. Attend Mock-Interview
If possible, try to attend a Mock Interview. You can even ask your friends to conduct a mock interview. Also, read through important Interview questions that you might face in an Interview.
If possible, try to attend a Mock Interview. You can even ask your friends to conduct a mock interview. Also, read through important Interview questions that you might face in an Interview.
4. Frequentily asked Interview Questions
Have a clear write up for typical Interview Questions like "Tell me about yourself", "Strengths and weakness" etc. The write-up will help you structure the way you want to present yourself. Writing a proper response would give lot of confidence before facing the Iinterview
Have a clear write up for typical Interview Questions like "Tell me about yourself", "Strengths and weakness" etc. The write-up will help you structure the way you want to present yourself. Writing a proper response would give lot of confidence before facing the Iinterview
5. Have a Nice Hair Cut before the Interview.
6. Sleep Well - have at least 8 hours of sleep before the day of your Interview. 7. Carry 2 Copies of your Resume to the Interview. 8. Last but not least - you must always be CONFIDENCE and POSITIVE |
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