Many job seekers go to an interview but end up not getting the
job because of they did something wrong. The best thing for job seekers to do
is to ask for advice specifically from people who do hiring on hwat they expect
and what they don’t. If you can get hold of an HR executive, ask them in simple
terms what they want to see in an interview and what they loathe. If you can’t
get one, that is why we are here.
What NOT to do at an interview
1. Don’t swear in an interview no matter how casual the environment.
2. Don’t flirt with or
ask your recruiter out – it’s not as charming as it sounds.
3. Never mention
money/salary. Most companies will have already done research in order to
provide the most competitive salaries possible for the position and location.
Therefore, be aware that salaries will be relative to many factors such as
location, experience, industry standards, academic levels and many more. Unless
the recruiter brings up the topic, don’t dare ask.
4. Never talk bad about
a co-worker, a previous employer, or fellow student to make yourself look
better. In business there will be conflict, and we like to see how you turn
negative situations into positive ones.
5. Don’t rush through
an interview – don’t schedule appointments immediately following an interview
in the event that it runs longer than anticipated.
How to make a good
impression.
1. Let the recruiter
know that you're interested in the job and why you'd be a good fit.
2. Have examples ready
for an interviewer’s questions (i.e. “Tell me about…”).
3. Let the recruiter
know what impressed you about the company and how you connect to their mission.
4. Do research on the
company.
5. Make good eye
contact.
6. Have an idea of what
you want to do. For example, if you’re a Finance major, have an idea of what
areas of finance interest you.
7. Be yourself.
Recruiters can tell when you're being phony.
