{"id":573,"date":"2023-05-29T07:46:15","date_gmt":"2023-05-29T07:46:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.georgecollege.org\/blog\/?p=573"},"modified":"2023-05-29T07:46:15","modified_gmt":"2023-05-29T07:46:15","slug":"tips-to-ace-a-job-interview-dos-and-donts-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.georgecollege.org\/blog\/tips-to-ace-a-job-interview-dos-and-donts-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips To Ace A Job Interview-Dos and Don\u2019ts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>What\u2019s your first reaction when you get an interview call? Do you jump up with joy or break out into a cold sweat?<\/p>\n<p>Most of us find the thought of an interview to be unnerving. If you feel the same, remember you aren\u2019t alone. Speaking up before complete strangers isn\u2019t easy, even for someone who has the gift of the gab. So, how can you bring your A-game to the table?<\/p>\n<p>Here are some dos and don\u2019ts that you can follow to ace your first job interview:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Do research: Spend ample time learning about the company to understand its values, vision, and goals. Go through their official website thoroughly to see how they have evolved, how they work, and whether your values and aspirations resonate with theirs. Look for a way to include these in your conversations during the interview. It will show you have a genuine interest in their work.<\/li>\n<li>Understand your purpose: After researching the company, you need to ask yourself why you want to be a part of the organization. Check if your experiences and dreams are in alignment with the company\u2019s vision. This will help you understand if you can be the right fit for the company.<\/li>\n<li>Be ready for the unexpected: It\u2019s always better to prepare for the unexpected. Standard interview questions are easy to prepare for, and you can be sure every candidate will do his homework. But, what about unconventional interview formats? These are common during remote interviews. What if you are asked to perform an activity or solve a puzzle during the interview? Asynchronous tests can be interesting and beneficial because the company usually allows you to finish these on your own time. However, they aren\u2019t usually comfortable since you don\u2019t get to talk to an individual face-to-face.<\/li>\n<li>Do prepare for commonly-asked questions: We all know what the most common questions are during a job interview. It makes sense to prepare for these so that you don\u2019t fumble or hesitate while answering them. For instance, the interviewer will probably want to know why you think this job is right for you, how you envision your future in the company, what you can bring to the table, etc. Having clear and concise answers ready in your head will make you more confident.<\/li>\n<li>Work on your backstory: You may think you know everything about your work experience thus far, but it\u2019s always advisable to prepare a brief outline in your head. That will help you identify accomplishments and experiences in the past that showcase your capability to qualify for this job. When practicing, make sure to say it out loud to see if it sounds natural. Your speech shouldn\u2019t sound scripted or rehearsed; that will put off the interviewer.<\/li>\n<li>Be yourself: It\u2019s natural to feel anxious before the interview, but, once you step inside the room, you need to keep your nerves in check and be yourself. That\u2019s the only way to show your true personality. It\u2019s not always important to give the correct answers; it\u2019s more important to tell the interviewer about yourself. Your genuineness should be reflected in your answers, even if they don\u2019t conform to standard responses.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t sound rehearsed: While you want to be sure you give the right answers to questions, you must understand that it\u2019s better to have talking points. Everyone wants to nail an interview. The result? They end up sounding the same. The conversation is scripted and responses are cliched. It\u2019s more important to engage in a conversation with the interviewer and focus on building a connection with him.<\/li>\n<li>Ask questions: Most interviewers will encourage you to ask questions at the end of an interview. That sounds scary, right? But, it\u2019s actually the best opportunity you have to show your interest in working with the company. If you have researched the company well in advance, you are likely to come up with out-of-the-box questions that can impress the interviewers.<\/li>\n<li>Prepare at home: The surest way to ace your first interview is to appear confident. Try practicing at home with your close friends or family members. Make them ask you tricky questions and see if you can handle these. You will benefit from their genuine feedback and advice. You could even capture it on camera and view the recording later to see if you look and feel confident during the mock sessions. If you sound nervous or your body language is shaky, you may need to work on it. If you are speaking too fast or rambling, you may need to slow down.<\/li>\n<li>Use these guidelines to prepare yourself for your first interview. There\u2019s no guarantee that you will crack it the very first time, but if you keep working on your strengths, you can be confident of landing your dream job sooner than you think!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What\u2019s your first reaction when you get an interview call? Do you jump up with joy or break out into a cold sweat? Most of us find the thought of an interview to be unnerving. If you feel the same, remember you aren\u2019t alone. 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