"The most important thing when you go into an interview is to be yourself. Don't try and be someone else, because you can't sustain it." - Indra Nooyi, former CEO of PepsiCo
Job interviews can be nerve-wracking experiences, but with proper preparation and awareness, candidates can avoid making some common mistakes that might cost them the job.
This is a very common question that is often asked at the beginning of an interview. The interviewer is trying to get to know you better and understand your background and experience. It's important to keep your answer brief and relevant to the position you are applying for. Try to not waffle on...we've all been there.
Here are some additional points to consider when preparing for a job interview:
Dress appropriately: Dressing professionally can make a great first impression on your interviewer. It shows that you take the interview seriously and are respectful of the company's culture.
Research the company: Researching the company beforehand will help you understand their values, goals, and expectations. This will allow you to tailor your answers during the interview to align with their mission, and show that you are genuinely interested in the position.
Practice common interview questions: Practicing common interview questions with a friend or mentor can help you feel more confident and prepared during the interview. It can also help you avoid rambling or getting flustered when answering questions.
Bring copies of your CV: Bringing copies of your CV to the interview shows that you are organised and prepared. It also allows the interviewer to reference your qualifications during the conversation.
Ask thoughtful questions: Asking thoughtful questions about the company and the position demonstrates your interest and enthusiasm for the job. It also gives you the opportunity to learn more about the company culture and expectations.
Dress appropriately: Dressing professionally can make a great first impression on your interviewer. It shows that you take the interview seriously and are respectful of the company's culture.
Research the company: Researching the company beforehand will help you understand their values, goals, and expectations. This will allow you to tailor your answers during the interview to align with their mission, and show that you are genuinely interested in the position.
Practice common interview questions: Practicing common interview questions with a friend or mentor can help you feel more confident and prepared during the interview. It can also help you avoid rambling or getting flustered when answering questions.
Bring copies of your CV: Bringing copies of your CV to the interview shows that you are organised and prepared. It also allows the interviewer to reference your qualifications during the conversation.
Ask thoughtful questions: Asking thoughtful questions about the company and the position demonstrates your interest and enthusiasm for the job. It also gives you the opportunity to learn more about the company culture and expectations.
The most nerve wracking part of the entire interview process are the questions so to help you with this, here are three common interview questions:
The dreaded:
Can you tell me a bit about yourself?
This is a very common question that is often asked at the beginning of an interview. The interviewer is trying to get to know you better and understand your background and experience. It's important to keep your answer brief and relevant to the position you are applying for. Try to not waffle on...we've all been there.
The infamous:
What are your strengths and weaknesses?
This question is designed to assess your self-awareness and ability to reflect on your own performance. When discussing your strengths, focus on those that are relevant to the job and provide specific examples to support your claims. When discussing your weaknesses, try to frame them in a positive light by showing how you are working to improve in those areas. You can always ask what sort of training they provide for an area you are weak in!
The classic:
Why do you want to work for this company?
This question is designed to assess your motivation and interest in the job. It's important to do your research and understand the company's values, mission and culture before the interview. Use this knowledge to highlight why you believe you would be a good fit for the company and how you could contribute to its success. You cannot just say...oh I need the money and you're close to home.
Remember, the key to success in an interview is preparation and practice. By anticipating common interview questions and preparing thoughtful responses, you can increase your chances of landing the job. A good friend once said to me 'fake it until you make it' and that is very true, if you are naturally an introverted person for that short time frame you need to embody somebody else.
Self-improvement is not easy, it is difficult but it is worth it.
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Katie
(Note: Hi, this is Imaan. It's been a while, I've just been trying to sort my life out as I've been taking on new responsibilities. Katie has been supporting me so much and running everything like a boss! I'll be back soon!)
(Note: Hi, this is Imaan. It's been a while, I've just been trying to sort my life out as I've been taking on new responsibilities. Katie has been supporting me so much and running everything like a boss! I'll be back soon!)
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