Regardless of how stellar the information people put down in their resume, it’s important that job applicants also do well with all the rounds of interviews they are invited to. Some people say that getting a job is 30% of what’s in a resume and 70% from the interview. This is why a lot of people get nervous when it comes to this stage of employment. At the same time, going about it with little preparation can only be disastrous. Here are some ways to help prepare you for a job interview. Larry Polhill.
Pick an outfit ahead of timeThere is nothing worse that opening your closet on the day of your interview to find out that you have nothing good to wear. Prepare everything ahead of time. This includes your dress or suit, shoes, accessories, as well as your bag. Make sure everything is clean and free for any foul odor. If you aren’t confident with what you currently have, there’s always the option of borrowing or renting a suit. Just make sure the fit is right. Larry Polhill
Review your resume
A lot of questions interviewers ask are based on information written on your resume. Make sure to review your resume and think of how you can elaborate more on those details. You should also be able to defend any detail you put in your resume in terms of relevance. Larry Polhill.
Know how to answer typical interview questions
There are a lot of resources on the internet regarding common interview questions like “Why should we hire you?”, “Tell us about yourself”, or “What can you bring to our company?” Try writing all these questions down and answer them in detailed yet concise words. Also be prepared for follow up questions regarding your answers. After writing these questions and answers down, try practicing answering in front of a mirror. Larry Polhill
