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Job interview
I got 2 job interviews this week, but I find that I go to peices in them, I know I can do the job but I'm so nervous when it comes to the interviews, especially questions on why do you think you are suitable, what can you offer, also I never have any questions when they ask me, Can anyone offer any advice??
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yes, for one make sure that the interviewer doesnt lead the interview all the time,
dont forget... an interview is two sided, a number of times ive been offered the position but turned it down because they didnt pass my interview!
find out a bit about the company, size , history , competitors etc and throw a question or two back relating to these,
also only take an interview if you know pretty well what the package is likely to be, otherwise you could be wasting your time,
on that basis never ask in the interview about salary and particularly holidays, you dont want the interviewer to think this is your main concern,
finally at the end of the interview and you want the job,...
ask for it!!!
'i really want this job and believe i can do an excellent job for you, when would you like me to start?'
good luck!
dont forget... an interview is two sided, a number of times ive been offered the position but turned it down because they didnt pass my interview!
find out a bit about the company, size , history , competitors etc and throw a question or two back relating to these,
also only take an interview if you know pretty well what the package is likely to be, otherwise you could be wasting your time,
on that basis never ask in the interview about salary and particularly holidays, you dont want the interviewer to think this is your main concern,
finally at the end of the interview and you want the job,...
ask for it!!!
'i really want this job and believe i can do an excellent job for you, when would you like me to start?'
good luck!
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always think through some practical examples you can provide to questions. e.g.
Why do you think you are suitable?
"because my previous employment doing xx has provided me with xx skills which I believe will transfer well into this work place"
What can you offer?
hard-working, quick to learn, wanting to develop, motivated, team-player etc etc
Good question to ask is about training - such as are there any training and development opportunities available to assist you in your new position. This tells you a lot about the company as well as if there is no training/development offered - would you want to work there?
Good luck!! Just remember, that if you got asked for an interview, then you obviously impressed them, and proved that have the skills necessary to do the job.
Why do you think you are suitable?
"because my previous employment doing xx has provided me with xx skills which I believe will transfer well into this work place"
What can you offer?
hard-working, quick to learn, wanting to develop, motivated, team-player etc etc
Good question to ask is about training - such as are there any training and development opportunities available to assist you in your new position. This tells you a lot about the company as well as if there is no training/development offered - would you want to work there?
Good luck!! Just remember, that if you got asked for an interview, then you obviously impressed them, and proved that have the skills necessary to do the job.
Questions:
ask about the company as if you are generally interested in how they do business (you should be anyway!). Something along the lines of "how do you generate business", "who are your main customers" or "how long has the company been in business".
Obviously, these have to put in context - if you're interviewing for a clothes shop, it'll be quite obvious how they generate business AND who their customers are.
As to answering questions, be honest (but flattering at the same time). Have a look at the job description or advert and think about what made you want to apply for it - what is it that appealed to you - and focus your answers around that (lthough if it was the salary, you're going to have to come up with something else - never mention money unless the interviewer brings it up first.)
If it was because its a small, progressive company, you could say you're suitable because you like to get involved with different aspects of a company rather than having a specific role within a large organisation. If it's because it's a large company with development opportunites, you could say you feel you're suitable because you're looking for a role within a co you can see yourself in for the long term.
These are just ideas. But above all, try to relax and be yourself - you will seem confident and self assured and come across a million times better. Remember, interviews are two way exchanges (they have to sell the role and company to you in the same way you have to sell yourself to them), even if they don't feel like they are.
Good luck!! And try to enjoy it.
ask about the company as if you are generally interested in how they do business (you should be anyway!). Something along the lines of "how do you generate business", "who are your main customers" or "how long has the company been in business".
Obviously, these have to put in context - if you're interviewing for a clothes shop, it'll be quite obvious how they generate business AND who their customers are.
As to answering questions, be honest (but flattering at the same time). Have a look at the job description or advert and think about what made you want to apply for it - what is it that appealed to you - and focus your answers around that (lthough if it was the salary, you're going to have to come up with something else - never mention money unless the interviewer brings it up first.)
If it was because its a small, progressive company, you could say you're suitable because you like to get involved with different aspects of a company rather than having a specific role within a large organisation. If it's because it's a large company with development opportunites, you could say you feel you're suitable because you're looking for a role within a co you can see yourself in for the long term.
These are just ideas. But above all, try to relax and be yourself - you will seem confident and self assured and come across a million times better. Remember, interviews are two way exchanges (they have to sell the role and company to you in the same way you have to sell yourself to them), even if they don't feel like they are.
Good luck!! And try to enjoy it.
Before going to the interview try to find out something about the company: how much do they pay, the schedule, who will interview you.Give fair and honest answers to everything they ask you. Think ahead of what you are going to answer: think about your strong points, your skills, your abilities.Be ready to talk about yourself and your cv.Think about some questions you could ask the interwiever (but not questions related to salary or schedule)
Here s a site which will guide you: :)
http://www.cvtips.com/job_interview.html
Here s a site which will guide you: :)
http://www.cvtips.com/job_interview.html
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