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What is the best way to present oneself in an interview?

Discuss the details of minutes like Dress code, language, Self introduction etc

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Question added by DEVAPRASAD DEVDAS , HR Manager , Liwa Trading Enterprises
Date Posted: 2014/01/30
Mamdouh Manie
by Mamdouh Manie , Executive HRC local sales manager , Ezzsteel

Be prepared to show your strenghts

 

do your research about company and about position before the interview date

be prepared with your certificates and recommendation letter

be ready with convinicing answers for tough questions

 be  on time

dress formal

keep eye contact and  control  body language

Aishwarya Raghunathan
by Aishwarya Raghunathan , Senior Executive - Client Services , Helios and Matheson

First impressions can play a major role in how an employer perceives you as a candidate. It's good etiquette to include a handshake as part of your introduction. Tell the interviewer that it is a pleasure to meet them, smile and be sure to make eye contact.

Kazi Anwar ul Islam Anwar
by Kazi Anwar ul Islam Anwar , Director, HR, Training & Administration , Nitol Niloy Group (NNG)

In my opinion, following are some of the best ways to present oneself for an interview:

1. First impression is very important. So, wearing neat and clean clothes with a nice combination of tie is the best way.

2.  A smiling face, however not laughing one, helps a great deal.

3.  A polite posture i.e. standing and sitting, way of communicating is expected.

4. Candidates should try to look confident (this is not to be misunderstood as overconfident and arrogant).

5. Asking for permission before entering the interview room is a good manner.

6. Also, candidates should delay in sitting until they are asked to sit.

7. Since negotiation is a very important part of an interview, candidates should negotiate in such a way that justifies their expectations. They must be careful of not being arrogant or impolite while negotiating.

8.  Keeping patience is imperative in any interview since the temper of a candidate is tested in interviews.

9.  In case, if a candidate cannot answer any question, there is no harm in it. They should clearly mention their inability to answer the question rather than fumbling on trying to answer.

10. Before entering an interview board, candidates must have good knowledge of the company they are being interviewed by and the responsibilities that their post requires to perform.

11.  When the interview is over, the candidates should politely leave the room without showing any negative feelings i.e. dissatisfaction, anger, disgust.

Shamsi Khan Shams
by Shamsi Khan Shams , Group Manager Administration, Personnel & HR , Oyster & Nascom (Oyster Group)

Should know yourself, your abilities and weaknesses and just be yourself do not pretend to be someone else.  do not fidget it shows lack of confidence... remember those who are interviewing are from the same planet...

Rizwan Azam
by Rizwan Azam , Manager Electrical Maintenance , Alif Industry Lahore

Be confidant and speak to the point.

 

Mohammad Tohamy Hussein Hussein
by Mohammad Tohamy Hussein Hussein , Chief Executive Officer & ERP Architect , Egyptian Software Group

Prepare for the interview and be yourself.

Saiful Islam Hiron
by Saiful Islam Hiron , Site HR Manager , Handicap International

1. Search employer website for knowing overall information of the organization.

2. Review job description, knowledge, skill and experience.

3. Prepare1-2 minutes script about yourself.

4. Wear formal dress.

5. Be honest about your skill and experience.

6. Be self confidence.

7. Greet the interviewers.

8. Listen to carefully first then concise answer.

9. Make good eye contact with all interviewers.

10. Stress your achievements.

11. Thanks to interviewer for interviewing.

 

 

Muhammad Farooq
by Muhammad Farooq , Plant Operations and Project Manager , WR Grace

Adapt yourself to the requirements of the position

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