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| INTERVIEWS: ARE YOU A GOOD OR BAD CANDIDATE? |
| A recruiting officer can easily discriminate between a good candidate and a poor one. The following are the most common qualities observed by recruiters: Good Candidate -is 10-15 minutes early -shows enthusiasm -listens actively -asks intelligent questions that show interest -shares experiences that back-up what's written in the resume Poor Candidate -comes in late (or worse, doesn't show up) -lacks focus during the interview -gives a weak handshake -does not know jargon (buzz words) of his/her own industry It's helpful to view the interview as simply a conversation to exchange information, mainly about you and the job. The following tips can help set the stage for a successful job interview: 1. Do research on the company. Having some background information would give you an idea of the standards of the company. 2. Prepare and over-prepare. There's an important principle that will enable you to be much more confident: "over-preparing". Plan your answers to all the possible questions and challenges that may be thrown at you. Rehearse and repeat your best responses until they are natural and spontaneous. 3. Be very clear on what you know and what you want to achieve. Have the facts of your relevant experience and education thoroughly memorized. Be clear on what you want to gain from this job, as well as what you don't want. The applicant who's willing to take anything will usually get nothing! 4. Know your strengths. You're sure to be asked questions about your strengths and weaknesses. Know your strengths and emphasize those that relate specifically to the position for which you're being considered. Likewise, know your weaknesses and represent them as strengths i.e. assertiveness, perfectionism 5. If you've been fired, be forthright about it. Answer directly, but without a "charge" in your voice. Expressing your bitterness tells the interviewer that you can't accept the realities of modern free enterprise -- that downsizing is acceptable and often necessary. 6. Be clear where you want to go. A famous question is: "Where do you want to be five years from today?" Don't aim sky-high: "I plan to be a manager in this company". Instead, say "I plan to become qualified in every aspect of this industry." Be specific while allowing yourself the flexibility that shows you understand the complexities of the field you're applying for. 7. Have clear personal standards. Today, many organizations are looking for people who live by standards regarding their personal and professional lives, and can express them clearly and directly: "I don't take on projects unless I can give them 100% dedication." "I am committed to life-long learning and growth." 8. Ask questions. Inquiring about the job, such as its daily routine, shows the interviewer that you have interest. Get to know the company's expectations. |
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