Job Interview – Do’s And Don’ts

By Author: Amit Singh
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Here are some do’s and don’ts to take a note of:

· Do Be Punctual
The best way to avoid the embarrassment and anxiety that builds up. We know how important it is to be punctual; it shows your seriousness and your dedication to get the job.

· Do Research Well
Make sure you research well about the job you are giving the interview for, about the company that is hosting it and skills as well as thorough knowledge of the subject. This is something most people do, but it is a point to be made that just going through the pages and understanding them are two different things. You must know about the company you want to work for as it will also increase your confidence.

· Do Enquire About the Location
People take this to be a tiny thing, but it can get you in great trouble. One should make sure to either visit or enquire properly about the place where the interview is going to be held. This can help you to be punctual; you can be assured of the time you have on the way and can prepare for small bits. Also, you can make sure the place is comfortable ...
... for you.

· Do Practice
As it is said “Practice makes perfect,” it is necessary that you practice interviews or questions that could be asked by the interviewers. You can talk to current workers or any other person who has gone through the interview process to understand it better; if not, you can go through videos or online support for practicing or gaining knowledge about interviews, even past experiences can help. You can also ask someone else to play as the interviewer for you to get it more on point.

· DO Maintain Eye-Contact
Eye-contact is a sign of confidence and honesty. It is good to maintain eye contact with the interviewer to showcase that you are well prepared and you are sure about whatever you say making you look more professional.

· DON’T Lie
The interviewers can always know it when you are lying, so it is better not to. Dishonesty will make you seem unreliable thus losing the chance of getting selected. Also, honesty will build your image and showcase your self-esteem.

· DON’T Reply with Short Answers
Answering in just yes or no will show your disinterest even if that is not the case. Be sure to give brief answers to the questions, keep it small but mention the needed details. Don’t exaggerate as well, be accurate and on point with what you say, if not small not even irrelevant.

· DON’T Use Your Phone
Obvious but necessary, avoid checking your phone every other while or picking up calls during the interview no matter who that is. Keep your phone on silent or better to keep on airplane mode to avoid any hassle.

· DON’T Use Informal Language
Never use slangs, foul words or way too casual words during the interview, use formal language to show your professionalism and leave a better impression on the interviewer. This will also interpret good behavior and etiquettes.

· DON’T Be soft Spoken or Aggressive
Never be too soft-spoken during the interview this will give an expression of self-doubt, speak with confidence and strong voice this will express your good self-esteem. Don’t be harsh or rude either; be polite in speech so that they don’t misunderstand it to be over-confidence. Greet everyone who helps you or supports you in the office, from the receptionist to the employers; this will mark good impression and showcase ethics.

So, make an impression on the interviewers by following the above-mentioned points. Be confident but stay in control. Hope this could help you for your job interview . Best of Luck.