Interview Tips....

Job interviewing never seems to get any easier - even when you have gone on more interviews than you can count. You are meeting new people, selling yourself and your skills. Proper preparation which help alleviate some of the stress involved in job interviews.

Some TIPS:

• Practice
  Practice answering questions and practice your responses to the typical job interview questions and answers most employers ask. Think of actual examples you can use to describe your skills.
• Prepare
  Prepare responses but remenber NOT MEMORIZE. Know the interviewer's name and use it during the job interview. Try to relate what you know about the company when answering questions.
• Get Ready
  Make sure your interview attire is neat, tidy and appropriate for the type of firm you are interviewing with. Bring a nice portfolio with copies of your resume. Include a pen and paper for note taking.
• Be On Time
  On time means five to ten minutes early. If need be, take some time to drive to the office ahead of time so you know exactly where you are going and how long it will take to get there.
• Stay Calm
  During the job interview try to relax and stay as calm as possible. Maintain eye contact with the interviewer. Listen to the entire question before you answer and pay attention.
• Show What You Know
  Try to relate what you know about the company when answering questions.  When discussing your career accomplishments match them to what the company is looking for.
• Follow Up:Always follow-up with a thank you note reiterating your interest in the position. If you interview with multiple people send each one a thank you note.
• Do not smoke, chew gum, or eat garlic beforehand.
• Wear suitable interview clothes.
• Take copies of your CV with you.
• Have a good firm handshake.
• Wait until you are offered a chair before you sit down.
• Stress your achievements.
• Always conduct yourself professionally and if something beyond your control occurs, show a sense of humor.
• Be enthusiastic and show it in your replies and body language.
• Answer the interview question by more than a simple yes or no but try not to go over the 60 second limit.
• Avoid at all cost complaining about your current or former employer in your job interview.
• Do not answer questions about politics or religion if the job is completely unrelated.
• Do not raise salary discussions on your first interview - this is usually done on the second interview. Make sure you do your wage research before hand.

 Use some of these advices on your next interview, and we´re are sure they´ll be helpful....