raddie
1

Could anyone provide me with tips on presenting oneself to his/her first interview....??? It would a load of help if i could get some tips to attaend my first interview Rads
From India, Madras
pranati
49

hi
A few general tips will be...
1>Go neatly dressed.
2>Dont Wear very Bright colours.
3>Take an extra copy of your resume,photographs etc with you.
4>Try collecting some info about the company,from its website etc.
5>Reharse the answers for few comon questions.
6>Reach the place of interview atleat 15 min. in advance.
7>Be calm when going for the interview-Do some deep breathing to relax you before the interview.
All the best.
Pranati

From India, Mumbai
scare_crow
2

can somebody post some more tips...pranati ur tips are good... can u elobrate.. regards scare_crow
From India, Mumbai
Deepti HR
Hi,
  • Be positive
    Confident
    Look Better, Feel Better
    Be quiet & Focus
    Be thorough with the terms you have mentioned in your resume
    Try to talk about your strengths and how you can use it in your Job.
    If you are not able to answer some question, "SAY NO ", do not bluff.
    Go with "I CAN DO IT" , attitude.
All the very Best !

From India, Mumbai
Phanish
1

Hi

The interview for the job of your dreams is to important to blow. Preparation is the key but not just preparation, it has to be the proper preparation. It means being so prepared that the process is second nature. This is what will help you come across cool, calm and collected.

This is probably the most important part of the whole process, because with good preparation, everything should go as planned. This should be the case, at least in theory. Before getting to the interview, conduct some research to know some basic information about the company , like its mission statement and its position in the industry. This will allow you to intelligently answer questions that might suddenly be thrown your way during the interview session.

This research should also include specific job related issues and requirements. Applicants don't want to be faced with a tricky question often asked by interviewers, catching the applicant off guard. A good technique is to look at oneself in the mirror and go through the procedure of an interview. Portraying confidence and assertiveness are surely the most important parts of an interview. The interviewer wants to see that the applicant is sure of himself, and that his high confidence is a reflection of his abilities.

Using the same concept as when preparing a resume, your appearance will play a key role in presenting a good image of yourself. We wouldn't expect an employer to be wearing running shoes and jeans, so why should we? Dress appropriately for the position. Office and administrative jobs require, without a doubt, a suit and tie appearance. Be wary of overdressing for the interview, but remember, it's better to be overdressed than underdressed.

There are three main things to do when entering the interview room and first meeting a human resources person:

Present yourself by clearly stating your name. Make direct eye contact with the interviewer. Give a firm handshake. A trick to avoid having sweaty palms when giving a handshake is to carry a tissue in your pocket to dry your hand right before the handshake.

Before moving on, there are implicit signs interviewers are trained to look out for during an interview session. Interviewers are usually trained observers of the slightest details, which can say more than what is actually said by the person applying.

- Constantly moving hands will usually represent nervousness. Keep them on the table, or on your knees.

- Sit up straight and don't slouch. Sitting up portrays confidence and savoir faire.

- Unintentional nervous ticks are clearly noticeable by interviewers, but might not be to the applicant. Be careful not to tap the table, touch your face constantly, or stutter when answering questions.

Every interview contains a series of questions tailored for that specific interview, however, many of them actually include a set of generic questions that might be posed by the interviewer. Here is an exhaustive list to give you an idea of the types of questions that might be put forth in conversation, during an interview. The key is to answer the questions sincerely, while using a rich vocabulary.

What experience do you have for the position? Why should we hire you? Where do you see yourself in five years from now? Name one of your weaknesses . Why do you want to work for our company? What can you bring to our company?

Take the appropriate time to answer each one of the questions. Stick to the basic answer and don't elaborate, unless asked to. An important aspect is never to assume that you have gotten the position, because employers can pick up on this. This could very well play against your odds during the hiring stage. Follow through the entire interview until the very end.

There are different levels of interviews, from the preliminary one to the final selection. Each level will offer different levels of difficulty and preparation, but with this basic bag of knowledge, you are ready to face any interviewer. Remember to answer honestly and not to act arrogant.

GOOD LUCK

from

Phanish

From India, Hyderabad
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