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“I was feeling
jittery; there were butterfly in my stomach, stars in front of my eyes”
This was my situation before an interview. This was just because I was not
prepared and was confused about the do and don’ts of interview.
The mistake I made and usually made by interviewees and cost them their
career. Some of the guidelines given below always try them to keep in mind
and follow it, because it can get you success.
” If you fail to prepare properly, you prepare to fail.”
one of the worst thing you could do is go for an interview badly prepared.
Ask yourself; would you hire a person who didn’t know much about your
company? This shows a laid back and careless attitude and In order to be
at an advantage, you have to find out as much as you can about the
interviewer(s): Find out about the company, their business, and the
position for which you’re being interviewed. Prepare for the questions
they’re likely to ask you, as well as the questions you would like to ask
them. Visit the library or use the internet to research the company, and
then talk with friends, peers and other professionals about the
opportunity before each meeting. Prepare yourself so as to clear all the
hurdles and not get stuck.
”First impression is the last impression”
Many candidates do not consider their appearance as much as they should.
First impressions are quickly made in the first three to five minutes.
Dress neatly, soberly and show that you are a professional. Every company
has its own dress and grooming code standards. The appropriate attire and
grooming (e.g., length of hair, and use of cosmetics and jewelry or dress
colours and style (Indian or western)) is generally what you see around
you in the office. If you’re in doubt as to what to wear for your
interview, try and pay an anonymous visit to their facility during
lunchtime and take a look around or ask your friends or people you know
are working in that company. That should give you a good idea! If you
expect the interview to last several hours, plan to wear clothing that
will look neat all day. If it’s raining, protect your outfit with reliable
rain gear. Get your clothes ironed and keep it ready in advance, so that
you don’t waste your time to select a dress on the day of the interview.
Do not, under any circumstances, allow yourself to appear disheveled.
”Arriving late can make your career Late”
One wrong move will be highlighted in 1oo right moves. So on the day of
the interview, leave enough margin for error to avoid any possibility of
delay. No one will remember your excuse for being late, only that you were
late because bad things are always highlighted. If you are unavoidably
late, offer a sincere apology just once, and then let it drop. If
Interview is in morning try to sleep early the previous night so that you
don’t make it late. Keep your things arrange a day before so that on the
day of interview you don’t forget anything and get late finding it.
”When your Confidence increases, your competence increases”
Life is more demanding today, and you are required to be confident and
competent. Ask this questions before you go for the interview-Are you
confident of your ability to meet responsibilities entrusted to you? Would
you hire someone like you? If not, then you need to learn to appear as
competent and confident as you would like others to believe you are. Of
course, feeling confident doesn’t automatically make you competent, but it
does create an atmosphere that is conducive to success. On the other hand
don’t be over confident also, Sometimes, candidates may come across as
arrogant and "know it all" in their approach. It may turn off the
interviewer, and you must keep in mind that while they can afford to be
self-centered, candidates
“Success is more attitude than aptitude”
”Attitude is everything” .Always have a positive attitude and a smiling
face- it’s a good habit to develop and maintain it. You should go for an
interview with enthusiasm and an open mind while presenting yourself in an
upbeat and professional manner. If you decide during the interview that
you don’t want the job, or that you may not be sufficiently experienced or
qualified to receive the offer or if the package is less etc, don’t adopt
a negative attitude. Continue to manifest a positive attitude.
”Your Inconsistency, can make others lose confidence in you”
Be firm and consistent with the answers - people who will be interviewing
you are usually old hands at the job. They are quick to notice
inconsistencies, hesitations, and uncertainties. They may challenge
something you say just to see how you respond. If you back off, change,
justify, qualify, and over-explain, or retract what you said earlier, they
may suspect that you’ve been exaggerating or lying to them, and are likely
to probe further. When an interviewers respond to your statement with a
skeptical looks, a pause, or a comment, like "Really?", you’ve got to keep
your cool. Just smile politely, nod, and wait for them to continue. If you
become uncomfortable, you can always ask, "Have I answered the question to
your satisfaction?", or "Was there anything else you wanted me to talk
about?" Don’t speak fast it shows nervousness, think and speak slowly, it
will nullify mistakes.
”You cannot Listen if you are talking – and if you are talking you are
not learning”
Listen carefully and speak precisely and to the point. A successful
interviewee read the interviewers tone and gestures and responds
accordingly. This means paying attention, and knowing when to continue,
change direction, or stop talking. Avoid potentially controversial and
overly personal issues. When you see the interviewers attention lagging,
change the topic or (better still) ask a question. Don’t get carried away
with the sound of your own voice. You should be not very loud or low,
always be clear and audible. Pay attention to the interviewer’s questions
and line of conversation. Bear in mind that what they want to hear is more
important than what you may want to say. This means your emotions and
values are not as important as theirs.
” Anger is one later less to danger”
Your anger can be your hanger, so No matter what happens, don’t lose your
temper. Even if you don’t really need the position, remember that your
reputation may precede you to your next interview. Companies have contacts
and they can pass good or bad word to other about you, as per your temper
and conduct with them. If you do react, do so with control and resolve, so
that you won’t regret your behavior afterward. If you are being
interviewed for a high-level or high-pressure position, you may be
subjected to a pressure interview. This can take the form of making you
wait, having the interview interrupted (once Several times), inappropriate
conversation or questions, and even rudeness or hostility. Most
Likely, you will never be subjected to such tactics, although some
unpleasant situations (especially being kept waiting) can arise without
intent.
” Never Negotiate out of fear, but never fear to negotiate”
If you get the offer, at some point you will have to negotiate your
compensation package and any other benefits. Make sure that the terms of
your employment, including responsibilities, reviews, and related
conditions are defined and that you have a clear idea of what is expected
of you. Don’t commit yourself to a salary or conditions that will make you
unhappy. Remember, once you have accepted specific terms, it will be
difficult, if not impossible, to amend them. So prepare yourself to
negotiate wisely in your own behalf.
All The best, Take care of the guidelines and guidelines will take care of
you.
(The above articles have view of the author as well as some of the
experts.)
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Kouteelya chhajed
Currently pursuing
L.L.B (3 Years course) from Ambedkar College Nagpur
Diploma in Journalism from Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan, Nagpur and MBA (MMS)
Currently working as a Visiting Faculty at Raisoni Institute Nagpur,
Teaching Principle of management and Business Communication to Post Grad.
Students.
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