Your resume is wonderful, and you have written what has to be the best cover letter ever. And when you are asked to come in for an interview.
you have practiced your walk, gone through hard questions and you think you’re ready.
After checking those big fat things off your interview list, its important not to forget little ones.
Reality is, interviewers pay attention to everything from your answers to the shoes on your feet.
You can never know exactly what things the interviewer will notice, but there are some “big” little things that will help the interviewer to focus on you and your capabilities rather than on nitpicking details.
Here are some things you shouldn’t overlook because the interviewer certainly won’t! :-
After checking those big fat things off your interview list, its important not to forget little ones.
Reality is, interviewers pay attention to everything from your answers to the shoes on your feet.
You can never know exactly what things the interviewer will notice, but there are some “big” little things that will help the interviewer to focus on you and your capabilities rather than on nitpicking details.
Here are some things you shouldn’t overlook because the interviewer certainly won’t! :-
1. APPEARANCE – HEAD TO TOE
You already know how to dress sharp for the interview , but don’t stop there. It isn’t just about a great suit and killer shoes.
While preparing for an interview, make sure that you give yourself an extra close look while getting ready. If you think you might need a shave in a day or so, do i now. Every hair out of its place , a stain on your tie, or a scuff on your shoe are the details that can distract the interviewer.
2. Um’s the word- To avoid
While preparing for an interview, make sure that you give yourself an extra close look while getting ready. If you think you might need a shave in a day or so, do i now. Every hair out of its place , a stain on your tie, or a scuff on your shoe are the details that can distract the interviewer.
2. Um’s the word- To avoid
We all say it. So much in fact, that most of us don’t even realize how much we do it in a conversation. Constant saying of “um” can make you look unprepared or nervous.
To avoid using this non-word, you should why it’s on the tip of your tongue.
Here’s a pro tip: Being silent can be golden, so don’t be afraid to use it. If you are not sure how to answer the question, or if you are searching for the right word, it’s okay to pause for a bit. “That’s a great question” or “Let me think” are some great phrases that can buy you some time.
To avoid using this non-word, you should why it’s on the tip of your tongue.
Here’s a pro tip: Being silent can be golden, so don’t be afraid to use it. If you are not sure how to answer the question, or if you are searching for the right word, it’s okay to pause for a bit. “That’s a great question” or “Let me think” are some great phrases that can buy you some time.
3. The write stuff
Taking notes with you in an interview is a great way to express that you’re interested in a position. Showing up your beat-up notebook and a pen you swiped from a dentist’s office isn’t gonna cut it. Just like your attire, your notes should be presented in a professional manner.
You don’t need a latest Montblanc pen ant a Moleskine notebook. A nice padfolio with a pad of paper or a notebook will do the trick. Also don’t forget to bring a spare pen with you. Nothing says you are not prepared like asking to borrow a pen in middle of your interview.
You don’t need a latest Montblanc pen ant a Moleskine notebook. A nice padfolio with a pad of paper or a notebook will do the trick. Also don’t forget to bring a spare pen with you. Nothing says you are not prepared like asking to borrow a pen in middle of your interview.
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