9 Tips For A Successful Job Interview

The impression you make on the interviewer often can outweigh your actual credentials. Your poise, attitude, basic social skills, and ability to communicate are evaluated along with your experience and education. Here are tips that can help you in having a successful job interview.

Be on time

You need to prepare early. This often means 10-15 minutes early. Interviewers often are ready before the appointment.

Have some questions of your own prepared in advance

There is nothing wrong with having a short list of questions and thoughts- it shows you have done your research and want to know more about the organization and the position.

Bring several copies of your resume

Also, bring a copy of your transcript. Carry your papers in an organized manner and coming prepared is indeed one of the tips to a successful job interview.

Have a reliable pen and a small notepad

Do not take notes during the interview. However, immediately afterward, write down as much as you can remember, including your impression of how well you did.

Watch your grammar

Employers are interested in candidates who can express themselves properly. Even if you have to go slowly and correct yourself, accuracy is preferred over ungrammatical fluency.

Be prepared for personal questions

Some interviewers may not know what they can and cannot ask legally. Anticipate how you will handle such questions without losing your composure.

Wait for the interviewer to mention salary and benefits

To research pay scales, refer to salary surveys and information on the Career Services website in the career library.

 Don’t expect a job offer at the first interview

Often you will be invited to a second or even third interview before an offer is made several weeks later.

Listen carefully to the interviewer

Be sure you understand the question; if not, ask for clarification, or restate it in your own words. Answer completely and concisely. Stick to the subject at hand and this is one of the best tips to a successful job interview.

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