Interviewing can be a very nerve wracking process for anyone. You can feel like you are under a microscope by the prospective employer and your nerves can make you blank out or make your mind wander. If you follow some simple guidelines when you are in your interview, things will go much smoother.
The first thing to remember is these are important questions to the employer. Even if they don't seem to apply to you, they definitely can give them a little more insight on what you're all about and where you're headed. Plus, they are probably looking for specific answers to each one.
Be sure to answer the questions entirely and while using good grammar during the interview. An employer will not hire someone that cannot communicate well. You need to speak with confidence and if you do not understand the question be sure to ask for clarification. You do not want to give an answer that does not pertain to the question at all.
The second tip for a job interview is to keep your answers positive if possible. The worst thing you can do is bash a previous employer. When you are asked why you left your last job or why you are looking for a change, do not tell them that the hours are horrible and that you hate your boss. This will tell them that you may be a difficult employee and that you may not be the right fit for the job.
We also recommend being honest. You would be surprised at how many times you people lie in the beginning to a get a job, and then it comes back to haunt them later on. Whatever the case may be, it's better off telling the truth upfront for any situation.
You should make sure if your attendance was down, that you give them proper reasons why. Just saying you didn't want to go in won't be good. Try explaining that you had an illness, and if you think the situation is going to arise during your interview, bring in a copy of the note you got from your doctor. It may sound crazy, but if you need or want the job real bad, you will go the extra mile.
Then of course you have to keep close eye out for the employers that ask questions about policies at your last job. Did you agree with them? What did you do about it if you didn't agree? This is definitely not the time or the place to get deep into this subject. The easiest step to take is simply telling them you didn't agree with one or two of them, but ended up adhering to them anyways. You might even go as far as telling them you tried to gain an understanding over it as well.
What it comes down to is you want to be genuine, but you also want to be able to present yourself in a positive light. So dress to impress, get cleaned up, have nice looking hair or a properly groomed one, and bring your self-confidence (not your arrogance) to the interview. If you take this route, the interview will be much smoother and you will have a better chance of earning your new spot on the team. - 31896
The first thing to remember is these are important questions to the employer. Even if they don't seem to apply to you, they definitely can give them a little more insight on what you're all about and where you're headed. Plus, they are probably looking for specific answers to each one.
Be sure to answer the questions entirely and while using good grammar during the interview. An employer will not hire someone that cannot communicate well. You need to speak with confidence and if you do not understand the question be sure to ask for clarification. You do not want to give an answer that does not pertain to the question at all.
The second tip for a job interview is to keep your answers positive if possible. The worst thing you can do is bash a previous employer. When you are asked why you left your last job or why you are looking for a change, do not tell them that the hours are horrible and that you hate your boss. This will tell them that you may be a difficult employee and that you may not be the right fit for the job.
We also recommend being honest. You would be surprised at how many times you people lie in the beginning to a get a job, and then it comes back to haunt them later on. Whatever the case may be, it's better off telling the truth upfront for any situation.
You should make sure if your attendance was down, that you give them proper reasons why. Just saying you didn't want to go in won't be good. Try explaining that you had an illness, and if you think the situation is going to arise during your interview, bring in a copy of the note you got from your doctor. It may sound crazy, but if you need or want the job real bad, you will go the extra mile.
Then of course you have to keep close eye out for the employers that ask questions about policies at your last job. Did you agree with them? What did you do about it if you didn't agree? This is definitely not the time or the place to get deep into this subject. The easiest step to take is simply telling them you didn't agree with one or two of them, but ended up adhering to them anyways. You might even go as far as telling them you tried to gain an understanding over it as well.
What it comes down to is you want to be genuine, but you also want to be able to present yourself in a positive light. So dress to impress, get cleaned up, have nice looking hair or a properly groomed one, and bring your self-confidence (not your arrogance) to the interview. If you take this route, the interview will be much smoother and you will have a better chance of earning your new spot on the team. - 31896
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