How to give the best impression at a job interview
First of all, I know all jobs are different, some may require experience or features that other don’t, so if you feel like I forgot somethin or that I’m wrong somewhere, just add your correction C:
Wear formal clothes and be sure they are clean and ironed.
Bring a purse or an overnight bag with your cv, your documents and a pen.
Forget about the “glasses make you look clever” thins and wear a watch instead. It certainly will make you appear more professional. (Still, wear glasses if you feel like it or if you need them!!!).
Take a shower before the interview so you’ll be clean and smell nice.
You can wear a lotion or a parfume if you feel like it, but don’t put too much or it could not be appreciated.
DO WEAR DEODORANT AT ANY COST!
Brush your teath / eat a mint / eat a gum.
Make shure your hair look good and are clean and combed.
Pay attention to your hands and nails!! They need to be clean and your nails should be filed. Do not wear extremely long fake nails or a nailpolish in a colour which is too bright. And it is preferable to have a natural shape (not a stiletto or coffin shape for example). In general a natural/neutral look is the best one.
The same goes for makeup. Go for a natural/nude makeup.
Be prepared to answer questions such as -Why do you want to work with us? -What would you do if...? -How would you solve a problem such as...? -What did you do the last time you found yourself in a difficult situation?.
Questions referring to your experience, your studies etc.
And questions about the place you are tring to apply to (ex what does it do / when was it founded / who was the founder / recent goals / etc.).
ALWYS stand up and shake hands whith those who will interview you or with anybody you are introduced to.
Bring a printed copy of your cv with you.
NEVER bring a drink (not even water) to the interview. If you have one, take a sip before the interview or after and keep the bottle in your purse.
Keep your phone silenced and never bring it out of your purse/pocket.
NEVER ASK HOW MUCH YOU WILL BE PAYED! I mean, often for small jobs they don’t tell you immediately what will be the pay, but somehow you’ll find it out, sooner or later, so pls don’t ask it at a job interview. As far as long term jobs are concerned, you’ll probably know it already, but still don’t bring up the topic.
Honestly this one makes me feel sick, but the world is a funny and ignorant place so... hide your tattos and piercings, at least until you know you got the job or until you feel like they won’t kick you out just because of them.
Body language is so important: you can find so many informations about the topic and learn what to do and what to avoid based on your personality and the job you are applying for. In general just don’t move your hand a lot and watch the person in front of you in the eyes (not always, not too much or you could look arrogant, simply be natural and confident). Remember also that crossed arms of legs show repulsion, so i suggest a more loosen up position (even if you feel it unconfortable at the beginning, you’ll be better after a while).
Of course don’t be late, arrive 10 to 5 minutes before the appointment and be patient in case they make you wait.
Don’t make plans in the 2 hours following the interview so you won’t have to leave earlier.
Finally: always be kind, never rude and always willing to be the perfect employee, even if the tell you the interview didn’t go well and that you didn’t got the job. Try to smile, I know your smile is beautiful and it will certainly be appreciated!
Remember that whatever the result is, you are woth it and you gained experience to do better the next time. You can still find a job that you like and that will pay you good and you will have more chances in the future for sure! Never let anybody bring you down.
If you feel and unconfortable environment or if the people ask you unconfortable questions, be kind and leave the place. Don’t put yourself in bad situations, you will find other opportunities.
Be yoursel and don’t lie, it will also make you feel more confortable and this is so important!
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