We all know that familiar feeling of dread and anticipation that you get the night before a big occasion. Whether it be your final exams, a wedding, a first date, a doctors appointment or your first day at a new job. But NOTHING compares to the feeling before a job interview. So wouldn’ t it be great if you could get some tips to make your interview go as smooth as possible? Well we have compiled a small list of things you can do to calm and prepare yourself.
Making a good first impression counts!
1. Be polite, its essential to have good manners when you are interviewing. Shake your interviewers hand. don ' t sit until you are invited to do so. Don ' t slouch in your chair. Don ' t use slang or swear. Be polite, positive and professional throughout the interview.
2. Know your schedule, know what days and hours you are available to work. The employer will ask. Flexibility is definitely an asset, because the more time you are available to work, the easier it is for the employer to set a work schedule. Also know how you are going to get to and from work, if you don ' t drive. 3. Be on time, arrive at the interview a few minutes early. If you’ re not sure where to go, get directions ahead of time. If you don ' t already know the way.
Job Interview techniques
We speak to someone who interviews for positions within Young Devon, these are their tips and techniques for making a lasting impression
We all know that familiar feeling of dread and anticipation that you get the night before a big occasion. Whether it be your final exams, a wedding, a first date, a doctors appointment or your first day at a new job. But NOTHING compares to the feeling before a job interview. So wouldn’ t it be great if you could get some tips to make your interview go as smooth as possible? Well we have compiled a small list of things you can do to calm and prepare yourself.
Making a good first impression counts!
Get a good nights sleep before the big day and make sure you pack everything you need the night before.
1. Be polite, its essential to have good manners when you are interviewing. Shake your interviewers hand. don ' t sit until you are invited to do so. Don ' t slouch in your chair. Don ' t use slang or swear. Be polite, positive and professional throughout the interview.
2. Know your schedule, know what days and hours you are available to work. The employer will ask. Flexibility is definitely an asset, because the more time you are available to work, the easier it is for the employer to set a work schedule. Also know how you are going to get to and from work, if you don ' t drive. 3. Be on time, arrive at the interview a few minutes early. If you’ re not sure where to go, get directions ahead of time. If you don ' t already know the way.