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7 Tips for Acing Your Job Interview

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Tip 1:

Do Your Research
Before every interview, research the company Explore the companys website & competitors websites Read press releases & recent news stories Check out social media sites for customers thoughts Understand the companys products, services, customers, & industry

Tip 2:

Listen More Than You Talk

Remember: You have two ears and one mouth

Listen twice as much as you talk

Pay attention to the tone and context of questions

Think, What is the interviewer really trying to find out?

Tip 3:

Think Quality, Not Quantity

Answer the question & dont go off on tangents Show a strong understanding of the subject
Dont just give an intro to a bunch of things you know a little bit about

Be aware of body language

Convey confidence, but not arrogance & always smile

Make your response specifically relevant to the position

Tip 4:

Take the Time to Learn

When they ask, Do you have any questions for me?

have topics ready that tie in with earlier interview points

Ask about:
the companys culture what a standard day is like what current employees love about the company

Tip 5:

Ask For the Job!

At the end, ask: Do you think Id be a good fit for the team? Address any hesitations & clear up miscommunications Sometimes, its even appropriate to outright ask for the job

Tip 6:

Where do I go from here?

An interview is a start to building a business relationship When its over, there is still work to be done Ask if you can provide anything else references, case studies, or a portfolio Ask about the next steps
Do you need to prepare any paperwork? Will there be more interviews? When might you hear back?

Tip: 7

Finish Strong
The interview is over when you both agree its over Dont seem eager to leave Dont hold the interviewer hostage
stop talking if you have nothing of value to add

End with an affirmative handshake & a pleasant smile Wait a day, then send a Thank you email

Final Thoughts
A lot goes into making a successful interview. The turnout is largely impacted by your preparedness and ability to shake those butterflies from introduction to exit. Remember to be confident and stay relevant and you may soon find yourself arranging pictures and knickknacks on the top of your new desk.

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