You’ve probably heard the phrase ‘you never get a second chance to make a first impression’ and it’s very true of the job market. If you want to ‘nail’ your first impression when you apply for a job, there are some simple things that you can do. (more…)

Just like any modern person, I’ve been through plenty of job interviews for all sorts of employment opportunities.  I’ve been overqualified and under qualified, and everywhere in between.  At the same time I’ve observed plenty of interviewing styles, and skills be them strong or weak.

One question seems to stand out.  I’ve gotten hit with it more often than not, and I find  its best to just be prepared for it.  It has been worded a thousand ways, and it’s the most important question, to ask or be asked, in any job interview:

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Jobs are hard to come by and most people do not even get offered any interviews. But there are some individuals who are getting interviews and they often mess them up.

Once you have been invited for an interview, chances are that the company is interested in you. So you have to make an extra effort to know who your prospective employer is.  Before rushing to the interview, get to know something about the company. Find out how long they have been around, what they do and their general business. Today, we have the internet and there is absolutely no excuse for not knowing before hand something about the company.

When you arrive for the interview you will often be asked “What do you know about the company” and saying “Nothing” is not a great answer. You have to say some thing better than nothing. T

he other thing important for the interview is the dressing. Unless you are going for an interview at a fast food store, you need proper attire. Look decent; wear appropriate clothes- coming to an interview in wrinkled  clothes shows that you do not care much about the job- and the feelings will quickly become mutual. Always carry copies of your resume and a pen. The more effort you make, the greater are the chances that you will get the job

The trick to landing any job is being prepared. By the time you have reached the interview processes you have already searched and prepared a list of potential employers. You’ve prepared your resume. You may have prepared an application as well. Now that you have an appointment for an interview, you need to prepare for the questions that they will most likely ask.

Here are a few questions that you can expect in most job interviews

“Where do you see yourself in five years?”
This questioned has turned into a cliché, however many employer still ask it, so you need to be prepared for it. Think it over and give an honest answer. Employers don’t necessarily want you to say what everyone else does.

“Name two characteristics about yourself that you think are admirable.”
You have a lot of choices with this one. If you find that you are little stumped, it may help to talk with people that are close to you and ask their opinion.

“Name something about yourself that you would change and why?”
This is the perfect opportunity to say something that you may not like about yourself but your employer will. Don’t forget to smile and make a lot of eye contact. With a little preparation you can get any job you want.