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A job interview is a face-to-face interview with a member of the company you have applied for. And a means of getting to know the candidates for the job or the successful candidates who were invited to a second interview.
The most important recommendations for the success of the interview must candidate for the job to:
-Enough information about your organization or company.
-Know the type of job and its responsibilities.
-Good preparation for delivering a clear and concise concept when answering questions.
-Attention to the external appearance.
-Adherence to time.
* During the interview.
I smile at the members of the Committee with their eyes in mind.
Balance in sitting and adopting a suggestive style in body language.
Answer the answers adequately and carefully.
The following should be avoided:
The following should be avoided:
Do not squat on the chair.
- Do not be restless.
- Do not feel panicked in a period of silence .
- Do not speak for speech).
- Do not smoke or chew anything .
- Do not be elusive in your answer.
- Do not brag or praise yourself directly unless you are invited to do so.
-Do not raise controversy with the interview in any way.
- Responding to a request to stop following the answer if the interviewer seems unenthusiastic or bored
(1) Research a bit about the company and the position you are going to take up.
(2) Dress well , be on time and be confident.
(3) Not sure of the answer. Politely say I dont know.
(4) Be a Good listener and answer to the point.
do's : Eye contact, Honesty, confidence, mutual respect, open mindedness, realistic expectation.
Dont's : Lie about your qualifications, wear an unsuitable work attire, avoid eye contact, talk too much and don't listen.
What are the most important job interviews do's and don'ts?
Do’s
1. Understand the topography of the city to reach destination with minimum efforts and ease.
2. Do read the contents of the job profile advertised by the company.
3. Be presentable. Neat and clean.
4. Shoes polished.
5. Neck- tie may be put if the nature of job demands. e.g. Front office Executive.
6. Reach 15 minutes prior to the scheduled time at the venue of the interview.
7. Keep one updated CV ready with you.
8. Keep one set of all photocopies of educational documents ready.
9. Keep one set of photocopies of address proof, PAN card and driving licence, passport etc. ready.
10. Keep last 3 months’ salary slips with you along with the photocopy of the appointment letter for the last job.
11. In case the panel asks a question which does not belong to your field of specialization, say,” I know that is very important subject, but you never had opportunity to study that, so you would like to excuse yourself.”
12. Be particular about language and choosy about words
Decent and respectful, during the communication/discussion.
Don’ts
1. Enter Interview room and greet the panel with salutation appropriate and a smile.
2. When you enter the interview room do not be in hurry to occupy the chair, wait for instructions from panel
3. Always try to understand the questions in right context, in case of doubt get that clarified. But do not request panel to repeat or clarify every second question.
4. Face the panel and answer the question peacefully but avoid looking into the eyes of panel member to show your supremacy.
5. If you happen to disagree with the opinion expressed by panel, please put your views politely, acknowledging that you respect their views.
6. Do not change your views because someone in higher position has different views. Of course, if you like the logic, do be prepared to change your opinion.
7. Do not bank upon any hear say but go by supporting documents.
do
-show your originality, tell the interviewer who you are , what are your potential and weaknee, and what are your expection from new job.
donot
- give any ideologcal speech, become emotional.
DO:
Research the company and the position you’re applying for.
Research common interview questions and practice your answers.
Dress appropriately for the job you want, be neatly groomed, and dress relatively conservatively. Bring breath mints.
Map out how to get to the location before the interview, and plan to arrive 10 minutes early. If something happens and you must be late, phone the office as soon as you know that you are running behind.
Offer a firm handshake and make eye contact when meeting someone.
Repeat the person’s name to help you remember it.
Maintain good eye contact during the interview.
Evaluate the interviewer, the company, and the position to be sure it’s right for you.
DON’T:
Rehearse your answers so much that you sound like you’re just reciting from memory.
Dress too casually, too flamboyantly or in revealing clothing.
Be late to your interview if you can possibly avoid it.
Arrive stressed.
Be afraid to ask for clarification if you don’t understand a question.
Answer every question with a simple “yes” or “no” answer.
Bring up personal or family problems.
Do:
be you.
pay attention.
be prepared.
be honest.
take minutes.
ask questions.
Dont.
be fake.
be too honest (some things are personal).
be intimidated.
worry. That will only make you sweat.
Interviews aren't an Exam........it's double side knife...so what you do easy......and simply is
Don't sell yourself.
Because the interviewer wants to buy .....cheep.
And what you don't is
Being anxious .
Thanks
Many great answers here, I support my colleagues answers
