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Thursday 20 February 2014

Interview Tips For Applicants Searching For Jobs

By Krystal Branch


Looking for a job is not that easy. There are a lot of requirements that people will have to comply and processes that they have to go through to be able to land the job they want. They even have to go through an interview for it. To those who are not confident with what their interview will be like, here are some tips for them.

For those who are going to an interview, they should practice answering questions. Almost all jobs in the Caribbean that is in vacancy right now will require an interview. That is why one should practice responding to the questions that are normally asked during an interview. Try to determine what questions the employers might ask and create an answer for them.

Do proper research. The research should revolve more on the company's profile. For the research, better focus on knowing more about the company, its mission, vision, and goals, basic organizational structure, target market, and business nature. When answering questions during this interview, one's knowledge about these might come in handy.

Prepare for the day. The person should arrive at the interview venue looking formal. The attire that one should wear to the interview has to look neat and tidy. It should also be appropriate for the type of firm that one is applying for. Do not forget to bring a portfolio with one's resume in it. Bring paper and pen as well.

Being late for the said interview should be avoided. As much as possible, one should arrive to the venue as early as fifteen minutes before the appointed time. The person should not forget to inform the receptionist of his or her arrival. By arriving minutes earlier, the person can make personal preparations for the interview.

Stay as calm as possible. The person should relax and take a moment to regroup. When talking with the interviewer, it is for the best to maintain eye contact. Listen to the entire question too before answering. Of course, pay attention to each questions so that one can answer correctly. It will be embarrassing to forget the questions asked or to answer incorrectly to them.

Show off the things that one knows. Since the person has done proper research about the company beforehand, do not hesitate to relate these knowledge in the answers that one replies to the interviewer's questions. Better match things with what the company is looking for. This should increase one's chances for getting the job.

Going through a phone interview beforehand is actually getting more and more popular these days. It is a part of the hiring process that will narrow down the list of candidates for a position early on. When answering a phone interview, make sure to show phone etiquette. Handle the phone interview well to proceed to the next stage.

Do not hesitate to follow up with a thank you note. This must be sent to the interviewers at least 24 hours after the interview. With the thank you note, it is possible to reiterate a person's interest in taking up the position. The importance of a thank you note is even more emphasized when one is invited for multiple interviews.




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