We know our interview attire is immediately acknowledged by
interviewers, but there's many other things interviewers take note of during
an interview. In a survey of employers across
America, 6 things were identified as common things noticed first when
interviewing.
Arrival Time. It should go unsaid that arriving on time
is a must for an interview. Arrive
around 5 to 10 minutes before your scheduled interview. If you arrive earlier
than 15 minutes for your interview, take time to review your resume and gather
your thoughts. You may also want to run
to the restroom in the lobby before checking in to freshen up.
Attire. Dress
neat and clean and accessorize minimally.
Body Language. When meeting your interviewer, shake his or
her hand firmly. A firm handshake shows you’re genuine and confident. Position yourself
towards the interviewer. You don’t want to slump in your chair or look too
relaxed; however, you should carry yourself with confidence. It is also important to resist the urge to
fidget with your hands out of nervousness.
Speaking Style. Speak
concisely and minimize the use of filler words or ramblings. A good practice is to mimic the speaking rate
of your interviewer; people subconsciously identify with people that operate
like they do.
Prepare. Prepare.
Prepare. Do your homework before your interview. Research the company
in-depth. Some notes you may want to take to bring with you to the interview
may include the company’s mission statement, values, and any recent company
press releases. Interviewers can tell
how prepared you were for the interview based on your responses and questions
you have for them. Always come prepared
with a list of questions to ask at the end of the interview. This reflects both
your level of preparedness for the interview and your level of interest in the
position.
Your qualifications.
While everything else listed is very important to establish a rapport with a
prospective employer, your ability to sell your qualifications for the job is
the last and most important note your interviewer will make.
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