10 secret tips for mastering any interviews

10 Tips For Mastering Interviews

Interviewing is a tough time in a person’s life.

You want to give a good first impression while at the same time you want to learn more about the

potential opportunity and the people you might be

working with.

It’s also a time when you have to keep some

information close to the vest, like how much

money you want, and be completely upfront about

other information.

All this while still trying to impress can be a tall

order.

Here are 10 tips for mastering interviews:

1. Research the Company

There are many resources available for you to find

as much information about the company and

the opportunity as possible.

Research them online, review periodicals and

network to find out what there is to know about

the company.

This will make you look educated and interested in the position and will help you with the next

tip.

2. Prepare a List of Questions to Ask

What do you want to know about the company

and the opportunity?

Make sure to come with a few questions.

This helps give the interviewer something to talk about and it makes

you seem more interested in the position

and proactive.

3. Practice & Prepare Your Answers

You know many of the questions you’re going to

be asked.

Prepare your answers in advance and practice

them.

If you have a friend or family member that can

help, enlist them and hold mock interviews.

4. Dress Appropriately

Dress for the company, the opportunity and the

interviewer.

If you’re interviewing with a fashion company or a

creative position then it’s important to dress for the

role.

If you’re interviewing for management or an

accountant position then traditional suits are

appropriate.

When in doubt, overdress.

5. Know Who You Are Interviewing With

You know the company you’re interviewing with

and the opportunity you’re interviewing for.

Do you know the interviewer?

Find out as much as you can about the people

you’re going to be meeting with.

This may help you prepare some appropriate

and relevant questions.

6. Stay Positive

People are attracted to positive and optimistic

people.

When you’re interacting with the interviewer and

responding to their questions, stay positive.

7. Relax

Yes, interviewing is stressful.

However, the more relaxed you are the more

productive the entire experience will be for

everyone.

You relax and everyone else will relax too.

8. Come Prepared With the Proper Information

Come prepared with business cards, a

notebook and pen for taking notes and a few

resumes and references.

9. Take Notes

If you have any questions, write them

down as you make your way through the

interview.

That way you don’t have to interrupt the

interviewer and can ask the questions when it’s appropriate to do so.

Also, taking notes will help you communicate

with the company during follow-up conversations.

10. Thank Everyone for Their Time and Consideration

Always be gracious.

Interviewing is a skill that can be improved with

practice.

Be yourself.

Do your best and follow these ten tips for a great

interview.