Interview techniques...

summie · #1 (**permalink**) 04-08-2006, 06:29 PM

Next time your nervous at an interview...before you speak, just think about about something nice like nice words encouragement you know and then speak. It makes a difference...trust me.

sugarglider · #2 (**permalink**) 04-19-2006, 11:08 AM

Another great tip for job interviews is to do practise runs. Get a friend or someone in your family to fire some sample questions at you, and just practise giving your answers.

It's good to try two or three practise interviews before the real thing. It will really make a huge difference to your confidence.

Another word of advice - whatever you do, don't try the 'imagining the interviewer in their underpants' trick. That only ever works if you're a character on the Brady Bunch.

jesstwnpr · #3 (**permalink**) 06-24-2006, 12:55 AM

Being prepared is the key to managing your nerves. So I agree that practicing is very very very important. Even if only do it with yourself.

I like to do as much research as I can about the company (usually online) so I can go in feeling like I know a little more about where the interviewer is coming from and what they are looking for. I often make a list of questions I think they'll ask and then practice my answers.

Whatever you do, don't feel rushed during the interview. If you feel like you're thrown off-guard by a question, the worst thing to do is just open your mouth and start jabbering while you figure out what to say. There is nothing wrong with a few seconds pause while you gather your thoughts. This will help your answers sound much more organized and professional.

sugarglider · #4 (**permalink**) 07-30-2006, 11:26 AM

Finding out as much as you can about the company is a great piece of advice. Not only will you be more prepared for the interviewer's questions, you can have some questions of your own ready. On several occasions in job interviews I've done, the interviewer has ended by asking "So, are there any questions you'd like to ask us?" It's really important to have a few questions ready, so that they know you're interested in the company. It also helps you look like you're deciding whether you're going to choose to take the job they're offering - and you don't give the impression it's the only job you're ever possibly going to get, and you're desperate!

humpty · #5 (**permalink**) 08-10-2006, 10:45 AM

Yes! I agree on the part where you need to prepare a few questions to ask them back when they ask if you've got any questions for them.

There was a few times when I had nothing to ask, and that made me look like I'm not too interested in the job, bad points!

But then again, don't go and ask silly questions, ask something more in-depth, catch them off-guard. This is where your research on the company is gonna come-in-handy. Ask smart questions related to the position, more like finding out what's it gonna be like for you when you hold that position, this shows that you're actually interested and looking forward to that position, thus you need to know more about it before deciding if it's right for you.

Whatever you do, look smart and confident and positive!

sugarglider · #6 (**permalink**) 08-10-2006, 10:56 AM

That's a good point - if you really do your research about the company and the job, then you'll know whether or not you're going to like the job and be good at it, which is very important.

humpty · #7 (**permalink**) 08-10-2006, 11:01 AM

Hei thanks,
that was quick hehhe

Just sharing my opinions, I find it very advantageous to know a lot about the prospectful company when you're in the middle of the interview

Makes them think you're a serious candidate worth hiring, not the play-play type, who send resumes everywhere hoping to get lucky

rowenahere · #8 (**permalink**) 11-26-2006, 03:17 AM

There are so much tips for the interview. However, the best preparation for an interview is practicing yourself in front of a mirror. You have to go through the frequently asked questions. You have to prepare smart answers to those questions which you fear to be asked like your weaknesses and others.

You must keep in mind that professional bearing is an added point. You have so much to consider like coming to the venue for the interview 30 minutes before the set time in order for you to have plenty of time to adjust in the environment. Your courtesy, the smartness and quickness of your answers must be considered.

elantra · #9 (**permalink**) 12-26-2006, 10:01 AM

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There are so much tips for the interview. However, the best preparation for an interview is practicing yourself in front of a mirror. You have to go through the frequently asked questions. You have to prepare smart answers to those questions which you fear to be asked like your weaknesses and others.

now that's a good piece of advice, i do it for all my previous interviews too

humpty · #10 (**permalink**) 02-09-2007, 01:57 PM

i once saw a funny video where the girl being interviewed was wearing a super low and loose shirt, and her boobs were exposed so much as she was talking with a lot of body movements, that eventually, her nipples were exposed hahahaha

i wonder if there are people who do this intentionally just to get a job

mini_0 · #11 (**permalink**) 03-23-2007, 09:14 AM

Being cool and confident is also a great key to having a good interview , some people like my fellow friend s go with so much tension and worries that they eventually end up being stupid , or they forget things .
Just dont think about the outcome of the interview and think that tere are hundreds jobs available . Do not panic at all , panic button when pressed will mar you only .