How To Nail That Interview!

 

How to nail that interview!

So congratulations they are interested! Now is the nerve wracking bit meeting your possible new employer in this article I will be listing some top tips and tricks to nail that interview and get that job!

 

Tip 1:don’t forget your pen

Okay not quite simple as just your pen but the main point be prepared! Have they asked for documents? Have they gave you the address in advance? Have you researched your possible employer of what they do? what you will be doing? where you fit in? all of this prep! Trust me in comes in handy to be over prepared then under prepared

Tip 2 don’t forget that zipper!

Again not quite that simple but point still stands, don’t want any slip ups, look the part wear your nice shirt and know the dress code, little cheat sheet…..formal=suit and tie, smart casual=jeans and a nice shirt, casual=jeans and shirt, good little tip is if they say “just come in normal clothes” you can just dress to impress anyway

Tip3 is that the time!

Okay so this sort of links in with tip 1 but try to show up at least 15 mins before just so your interviewer isn’t waiting for you, being punctual shows you value their time just as much as your own and shows you are ready! try to plan ahead, get the address plan the trip and get the job, we are routing for you!

Tip 4 : eyes on the prize!

Now you got this far youre waiting to be seen, look around, notice boards, other employees (don’t stare of course) possible management figures, don’t get caught with your finger in your nose (haha) be ready to greet the interviewer.

Tip 5 uh oh whats my name again?

Now heres where the nerves kick in, youre waiting for your interviewer, psst…don’t worry you made it this far youre doing great! All you need to do is be confident, I know easier said then done believe me ive been for plenty they never get easier, so your interviewer comes in “hi are you joe bob?” stand up straight own that name “yes hi im joe bob nice to meet you” maybe offer your hand to shake (a good firm not hand breaking but confident hand shake).

Tip 6: take a seat.

A good thing I have learnt about job interviews is that you should always wait to be seated, they usually ask you to take a seat, don’t say “thank you” and walk out with a chair, sit down and await those dreaded questions, don’t slouch and listen to everything, eye contact is key here no more looking for the prize, the prize is right infront.

Tip 6 who the f$£* am i anyway?!

Oh this question “tell me about yours
elf” then suddenly you have no idea who you are and feel like you`re a complete stranger to yourself, don’t worry I have a tip, see the question different, instead of “tell me your life story” see it as “why should I choose you?” big yourself up a bit for example “well my name is joe bob, i have always had a skill of bringing a team together to complete a common goal, I have also been successful working towards a goal of my own accord (list an achievement you did yourself that would be relatable to this role),I always strive to be better and improve wherever necessary” just an example you get the idea, list your achievements, list things that make you a perfect fit for this job

Tip 7 who the f$£*YOU anyway?!

Now you’ve answered his/her questions, it is your turn to find out what you want to know, progression opportunities? Salary? Job they want you to do? Leave no stone unturned come out with all the information you need/want, you don’t want to leave and not know anything about the job you are going to absolutely NAIL!

Tip 8 what are those digit’s?

Before leaving maybe get a contact, “if I have anymore questions can I contact you?” they will usually give an extension on their company phone or an email address, always handy to show you are very interested

Tip 9 shut the door on your way out

Now not literally unless asked to, and hopefully not for long, upon exit of the interview, thank them for seeing you perhaps offer your hand and just leave with a nice warm look forward to hearing from you,

Tip 10 aaaaaaaaand relax!

So you did it you made it, im proud of you, now get yourself home, kick your feet up with a cuppa tea or coffee and wait for them to launch you in the door

 

Bonus tip

Another door will open

Now if they decided to go with someone else, their loss for starters I thought you did great,nailed everything, did you see that shirt you wore? Damn id employ you in seconds! Don’t beat yourself up about it you will get the job that is right for you it just takes time, i`m sure its nothing personal, just pick yourself up, brush yourself and keep going.