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Five never forget things for an interview !- 6-Jun-2022
Even the most experienced candidates with the most impressive resumes make mistakes that can easily destroy a first impression.
Here are five things many people forget to do before the big job interview:
1. Know about the company, products and services
Many go into an interview without a strong understanding of what the company does.
Just knowing the basics isnt enough. Learn all you can about the company its history, leadership team, current successes and challenges.
Youll appear more relevant to the hiring manager, and the more relevant you are, the better the connection youll make.
2. Find out who youre going to meet:
When your interview is arranged, get the names and titles of everyone youll meet.
The goal isnt just to research who they are, but to look for connection points, e.g., you both worked at the same company several years ago.
If you cant find anything in the interviewers profile, look for current themes.
3. Ask some meaningful questions:
Midway into the interview, the hiring manager asks, What questions can I answer for you? Replying with Im good, thanks! shows a lack of preparedness, interest and engagement.
Your questions should be smart and strategic, probing the job responsibilities and goals or how the department functions.
4. Put your phone on silent:
From the hiring managers perspective, a phone going off during an interview is a short but lethal sin; it shows carelessness and a lack of respect.
Turn your phone off or put it on silent before you reach the front door of the building.
5. Pick the right clothes:
Plan your outfit ahead of time. Try it on. Make sure its clean, pressed and still fits.
Not every job interview requires professional attire, but you still should present yourself as well-groomed and put together.
Wishing you all the best !
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