The interview makes the job seekers tense and the interviewer joyful. Have you ever thought about why it is so? Why the term interview is connected with a scary feeling? Either we know that we are not going to meet with a ghost but still, the anxiety and low confidence inside us makes us tensed and frightened. So let’s get into it to understand why we feel scared of an interview.
We have connected the interview with our success and failure and society has made us frightened of failures. That is why whenever you have to appear in an interview you feel scared or anxious from getting failed. Another reason might be a bad experience in your earlier interview. So let me introduce you to some tips that not only boost your confidence but also make you successful in the interview.
- Be Punctual
From this point I mean you should be before the time that means you should reach 10-15 minutes prior to the interview. Because interviewers get ready before the given time.
- Keep information about Interviewer’s
It is important that before appearing in an interview you know the name of the interviewer, its correct spelling, and pronunciation. Use the interviewer’s name in between the interview and if you are unaware of the name, call beforehand and ask the secretary.
- Prepare some questions of your own in advance
There is nothing wrong if you come up with a short list of questions and thoughts – it shows the interviewer that you have prepared well and done the research. And you are willing to know more about the organization and the job position.
- Bring more than one copy of your resume
Organized all your documents properly and do not forget to bring your transcript.
- Bring a pen and a small note pad
It will help you in making an impression about your performance in the interview so that it will help you further.
- Greet Interviewer
It is important to convey your greetings to the interviewer by shaking hands and passing a smile. Also, do not forget to maintain eye contact.
- Spend time developing a rapport
Try to develop a rapport with the interviewer. It does not mean to be overfriendly and jump right in and get down to business. Wait and follow the lead of the interviewer.
- Leave the embarrassment for your nervousness
Do not feel embarrassed if you are nervous. Interviewers also understand that it’s a human tendency and they also support and help you to make comfortable for the interview process.
- Focus
Do not feel apologized for lack of experience instead describe your strengths that you are an asset to the organization and what you can do for it.
- Speak truth
Be honest in the interview because lies and exaggeration will take you towards a bad interview experience. Employers give priority to loyalty.
- Be a good listener
Listen carefully to the interviewer and if you do not understand the question ask to repeat that again or restate the question in your own words. Answer the question completely and concisely.
- Express yourself clearly
Focus on your grammar because employers and interviewers are more interested in candidates who not only express themselves clearly but also speak clearly.
- Be prepared for being questioned personally
Some interviewers do not know what they can ask and what they can not ask legally from the candidate. So do not lose your composure and handle the questions with your brilliance.
- Wait for the interviewer to mention salary and perks
Let the interviewer take the initiative to get on the point of salary and perks. Afterward, you can negotiate on it.
- Don’t charm for an offer letter on the first attempt at an interview
Don’t expect an offer letter in the first move of your interview. Some companies have their own provisions to conduct second and third rounds so wait for that.
- Close the interview on a positive and enthusiastic note
Show some enthusiasm to the interviewer and ask what the next step will be after the interview. Thank the interviewer for his time and express your interest in the job. Leave quickly and courteously by shaking hands and passing a smile.
- Complete the interview with a thank-you note
Express your appreciation for the interview as it can make a big difference.
Small things make a huge difference in an interview so always prepare yourself on all the points discussed above. To make it count in your success bucket.