INTERVIEW SKILLS REQUIRED FROM JOB SEEKERS POINT OF VIEW

The interview process is an important step in the employee selection process . Through interviews , Hiring manager can get to know one’s intellectual level , the knowledge that he posses and helps if the individual skills align with the firms needs and culture and  finding the best suitable candidate act as a helping hand in the better running of the organization . 

INTERVIEW SKILLS FOR JOB SEEKERS

An interview can make or break the opportunity , Interview skills are the actions candidates take to achieve success in the job interviews . Having good interview skills helps in grabbing more job offers than others as you can better convince interviewers that you are the right candidate for the job . The best way to gain these skills is through practice . Lets divide these skills into three segments 

  • BEFORE THE INTERVIEW 
  • DURING THE INTERVIEW 
  •  AFTER THE INTERVIEW

 

BEFORE THR INTERVIEW SKILLS 

  1. RESEARCH THE COMPANY –It means research about the company details , their current issues and study all their products and services .  
  2. GO THROUGH THE JOB PROFILE – By going through the job profile , understand the job requirements and note down any queries if you have so that you can ask that after your interview is over . 
  3. UPDATE YOUR RESUME- Check whether all the information in your resume is properly edited and synchronized as per the job requirements . Neatly arrange and carry your documents like resume , job experience letter and work samples in a nice briefcase or portfolio . This may makes you look organized and professional .
  4. PRACTICE INTERVIEW – The best way to learn interview skills is practicing , you can practice through mock interviews sessions . Try to practice most common interview questions and answers . 
  5. BE PUNCTUAL – Try to arrive about 10 minutes early for the interview ,this shows that you are eager and punctual . Don’t bring uninvited guest like family , friends , or others. Also switch off or silent your mobile phone because it may interrupt your interview . It is a sign of respect that you value this interview . 

DURING THE INTERVIEW 

  1. SMILE GENTLY- Smile gently a bit , it shows that you are happy and interested to give the interview . 
  2. GREET THE INTERVIEWER – Wish good morning or good evening as per the time of interview . Always remember first impression is the last impression , so be kind and polite while greeting the interviewer 
  3. GOOD POSTURE – Sit only when interviewer ask you to sit ,say thank you , sit up straight and lean slightly forward in your chair as this shows your interest for the interview . Avoid crossing your arms over your chest as it demonstrate a close mind . 
  4. MAINTAIN EYE CONTACT – Always have a good eye contact with the interviewer , avoid staring as you might make the interviewer uncomfortable 
  5. SHOW YOUR COMMUNICATION SKILLS – Try to understand what he wants from you and answer properly . Also  speak clearly with a bit higher energy to show your communication skills . Think before you speak , and speak confidently without lying . 

AFTER THE INTERVIEW SKILLS – 

  1. THANK THE INTERVIEWER – Immediately saying thank you to the interviewer for his valuable time and after that offer a firm handshake and say ‘nice to meet you ‘
  2. ASK QUESTIONS , IF ANY – You can ask any queries you have in your mind like what are the work timings , what will be the salary or about any transportation facilities provided by the company . 
  3. CALL BACK OR SEND MAILS OF ENQUIRY – If you don’t hear back from your interviewer in about a week or  24 hours or so and they  said you will hear from them , its okay to call back or send mails of enquiry about your job status but please mention thank you before asking about your status .
  4. IF SELECTED , GET READY FOROTHER ROUND – Be prepared to attempt two or three interviews at the same company . If you call back for another interview means that they are interested in you so keep up the good work .
  5. IF REJECTED, PREPARE FOR OTHER JOB INTERVIEWS – If you still don’t hear back from them after two or three weeks than you should prepare for the next job interviews in the other companies . Don’t be disappointed , if you are rejected take it as a learning experience and move on . May be your destiny is somewhere else , one should never stop trying until you get success in your life .