The Secret to Brilliant Interviews !
Do's And Don'ts Concerning The Interview
Closing The Interview
If you are interested in the position enquire about the next interview stage.
After The Interview
Call us immediately after and explain what happened. We will want to speak with you before the interviewer calls.
Most importantly - SELL YOURSELF!
- DO plan to arrive on time or a few minutes early. Late arrival for a job interview is never excusable.
- DO greet the interviewer by their name. Ensure that you know the correct pronunciation.
- DO shake hands firmly.
- DO wait until you are offered a chair before sitting. Sit upright in your chair, look alert and interested at all times. Be a good listener as well as a good talker.
- SMILE.
- DO look a prospective employer in the eye when you converse.
- DO follow the interviewer's leads but try to obtain a full description of the position and duties expected early so that you can relay your appropriate background and skills.
- DO make sure that your good points get across to the interviewer in a factual, sincere manner. Keep in mind that only you can sell yourself and make the interviewer aware of the potential benefits that you can offer to the organisation.
- DO always conduct yourself as if you are determined to get the job you are discussing. Never close the door on an opportunity. It is better to be in the position where you can choose from a number of jobs, rather than only one.
- DON'T smoke just before going into the interview
- DON'T answer questions with a simple 'yes' or 'no'. Explain whenever possible. Describe those things about yourself which relate to the position.
- DON'T LIE. Answer questions truthfully and to the point as possible.
- DON'T make derogatory remarks about your present or former employers.
- DON'T 'over-answer' questions. The interviewer may steer the conversation into politics or economics. These topics can be controversial; it is best to answer the questions honestly, trying not to say more than is necessary.
- DON'T enquire about SALARY, HOLIDAYS, BONUSES, etc at the initial interview. However, you should know your market value and be prepared to specify your required salary or range.
Closing The Interview
If you are interested in the position enquire about the next interview stage.
- DON'T be discouraged if no definite offer is made or specific salary discussed. The interviewer will probably want to consult with colleagues first or interview other candidates before making a decision.
- IF you get the impression the interview is not going well and that you have already been rejected, don't let your discouragement show. Once in a while an interviewer who is genuinely interested in your possibilities may seem to discourage you in order to test your reaction.
- THANK the interviewer for the time spent with you.
After The Interview
Call us immediately after and explain what happened. We will want to speak with you before the interviewer calls.
Most importantly - SELL YOURSELF!
