{"id":10366,"date":"2020-04-11T03:02:11","date_gmt":"2020-04-11T03:02:11","guid":{"rendered":"expertrecruit.co.th\/?p=10366"},"modified":"2020-04-11T03:12:41","modified_gmt":"2020-04-11T03:12:41","slug":"10-best-interview-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expertrecruit.co.th\/?p=10366","title":{"rendered":"10 best interview tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

1. Do your research<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Learning as much as possible\u00a0about a company\u2019s services, products, customers and competition will give you an edge in understanding and addressing the employer\u2019s needs, says Carole Martin, job interview coach and author of\u00a0Boost Your Interview IQ<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go beyond reading what\u2019s on the company\u2019s website, recommends Lili Foggle, a job interview specialist based in Connecticut. Read news coverage of the company, check out the company\u2019s social media feeds, and brush up on the key players\u2014i.e., the company\u2019s executive team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cLook for the information that you can weave into the conversation,\u201d says Foggle. (\u201cI was excited to see your CEO talk about your company\u2019s commitment to innovation on CNBC.\u201d)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Look sharp<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s certainly no shortage of advice out there about what to wear\u2014and\u00a0what\u00a0not<\/em>\u00a0to wear\u2014to interviews, but Karen Tucker, owner of job interview coaching firm InterviewOne, says it\u2019s best to dress conservatively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cUnless you work in a creative industry, the employer wants to know that you dress professionally\u2014plain and simple,\u201d she says. \u201cAs long as you look presentable, the interviewer is going to be paying attention to what\u2019s coming out of your mouth, not what you\u2019re wearing.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Foggle says some job seekers make the mistake of donning distracting attire. \u201cDon\u2019t do anything to the extreme, unless you know that that\u2019s the culture at the company,\u201d she cautions. \u201cWearing too much perfume, too much makeup, too many designer logos\u2014those are the things you want to avoid.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Don’t show up empty handed<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Part of arriving fully prepared entails\u00a0bringing all the things that you need\u00a0to make a great first impression. Make sure to take the following items with you to job interviews:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  • Several copies of your resume.<\/strong> You may meet more employees that you originally expected to, says Rachel Loock, a career coach at the University of Maryland.<\/li>
  • Business cards. <\/strong>Providing a business card allows you to establish yourself as a professional.<\/li>
  • Portfolio\/work samples. <\/strong>This is a must in creative fields like advertising, journalism, graphic design, architecture, or fashion.<\/li>
  • References. <\/strong>If the interview goes well, the hiring manager may ask you for them on the spot.<\/li>
  • Pen and notepad. <\/strong>Taking notes shows you\u2019re actively listening to the interviewer and engaged in the conversation.<\/li>
  • Photo ID.<\/strong> You may need to provide identification to enter the building.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    4. Arrive early<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The last thing you want to do is show up late (or not at all), says Martin, so get to the building 10 to 15 minutes before the interview. Moreover, \u201chaving extra time means you can take a few minutes in the bathroom to check how you look\u2014tuck in your shirt, fix your tie, comb your hair\u2014and fine-tune the image that you want to present,\u201d Foggle says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    5. Project enthusiasm<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The hiring manager will want to see that you\u2019re passionate about your field and the job that you\u2019re applying for, so bring some energy to the room. \u201cA firm handshake and plenty of eye contact demonstrate confidence,\u201d Martin adds. \u201cSpeak distinctly in a confident voice, even though you may feel shaky.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    6. Listen carefully<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Learning\u00a0how to listen\u2014really listen\u2014is a powerful thing. Some ground rules to follow: don\u2019t interrupt when the other person is talking; maintain good eye contact, lean forward, and face the speaker directly; and put away your cellphone\u2014\u201cno exceptions,\u201d says Casey Carpenter, a trainer and coach with D.C.-based communications training firm Global Public Speaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    7. Give specific examples<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    \u201cThe purpose of a job interview is for the interviewer to assess your skills,\u201d says Tucker, \u201cand\u00a0anecdotes serve as affirmations\u00a0that provide proof that you actually have the skills that you say you have.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Select anecdotes that highlight quantifiable achievements. (\u201cI\u2019m highly self-motivated. In fact, recently our budgeting system didn\u2019t pass muster for the sophisticated reporting we needed to do. I took the initiative to do some research and found an alternative that was 25% cheaper that integrated with our other software and could be implemented within six weeks.\u201d)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    9. Ask questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Hiring managers often conclude job interviews by giving the candidate a chance to\u00a0ask them questions. While you may be tempted to skip this part and run for the exist, it would be a terrible mistake. Take full advantage of this opportunity. A few recommendations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    • Why is this position open?<\/li>
    • What do you expect me to accomplish in the first 90 days?<\/li>
    • Are there opportunities for additional training and education?<\/li>
    • What do you enjoy most about working here?<\/li>
    • How is performance measured in this role?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      9. End on the right note<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      An essential step to nabbing a job is following up with the interviewer. \u201cYour last question during an interview should always be, \u2018What are the next steps from here?\u2019\u201d Foggle says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      10. Ace the follow-up<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Following up\u00a0is a critical part to getting hired, yet it’s often overlooked. The goal, Foggle says, is two-fold: to stay top-of-mind and restate your interest. For example: \u201cHi Tom, I\u2019m just writing to let you know that I am still very interested in the position. Please let me know if I can offer any additional information, such as letters of recommendation, that might be useful.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Want more interviews? Do this<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      It’s important to appear confident and cool for the interview. One way to do that is to go on an ample number of\u00a0interviews so you get comfortable with the process. Could you use some help in that department?\u00a0Join Monster for free today.\u00a0As a member, you can upload up to five versions of your cover letter and\u00a0resume\u2014each tailored to different types of jobs that interest you. Recruiters search Monster every day looking to fill top jobs with qualified candidates, just like you. Additionally, you can get job alerts sent to your inbox the moment they become available. The more exposure you can get, the sooner you’ll find yourself back in the interview seat\u2014and then at the company itself.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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