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Contents
Introduction
Employer Applications
Before The Interview
During The Interview
Answering Questions
Sample Questions
Tough Questions
Asking Questions
After The Interview
Books on the Interview Process
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An award-winning performance
During the interview, sit up straight in the chair or lean forward slightly — no slouching! Keep your hands comfortably folded in your lap or loosely placed on the arms of your chair. Do not put your hands on the interviewer's desk.
Offer a firm but not overwhelming handshake — 2 pumps. Be sure to make direct eye contact with the interviewer but do not stare. Establish yourself as being self confident without being confrontational, cocky or aggressive.
Be yourself — the professional, polished version. Answer questions directly. Be confident without being arrogant. Admit to your weaknesses if they are brought up, but do not bring them up. Concentrate on your strengths.
Demonstrate energy, determination, enthusiasm, motivation and passion for your work.
Overcome any negatives or lapses in your experience by either stressing skills that compensate for them, or by demonstrating that you learn fast. Ground your claims in your past accomplishments. Express an eagerness to learn new things as part of the reason that you are searching for a new opportunity.
Show that you are genuinely interested in the company. Research the company. Then make pertinent points that tie your background and interests to the company's history and direction. Always ask questions.
You should always have a few good questions ready to ask the interviewer. Most interviewers will ask if you have any questions at some point in the interview. If they do not, ask permission to pose a few at the end of the interview. Thoughtful, insightful questions reflect well on both your analytical and your communication skills.
During the closing segment of the interview, offer the interviewer a short, concise summary of your qualifications and stress your interest in the position. Thank the interviewer for taking the time to meet with you. Keep the dialogue open by asking what the next step in their interviewing process is.
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