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How Badly Do You Want That Job?
Below are common and not so common interviewing tips to land that dream job. Before goingon your interview, take a few moments to read through this.

It Will Help You Close That Dream Job!

Preparing for the Interview

	•		Know the exact place and time of the interview, the interviewer's full name, the correct pronunciation and his or her title.
	•		Learn pertinent facts about the company, find out if the company has a website and know what the company does.
	•		Determine how the opportunity will impact your immediate and long-term career development.
	•		An interview is a "two-way street."
	•		Know what questions to ask during the interview.
	•		The better you understand the opportunity, the more you will be able to communicate your interest in the position.
			Always wear proper attire and greet your interviewer with a firm handshake and an enthusiastic smile.

The Interview

	•		The "right match" means the individual interviewing is capable of performing the immediate challenges.
	•		More importantly, your interviewer will hope you have the potential to be a future resource and asset to the firm.
	•		Present yourself in the best possible light regardless of your interest in this position, the interviewer could have access to other opportunities unaware to the general public
			Show them who you are, be yourself.

Interview Do's and Dont's - (At Least Read This Part!)

	•		Plan to arrive a few minutes early. Late arrival for a job interview is never excusable.
	•		When presented with an application, FILL IT OUT NEATLY AND COMPLETELY.
	•		Don't rely on your application or resume to do the selling for you. Interviewers will want you to speak for yourself.
	•		Greet the interviewer by last name if you are sure of the pronunciation. If not, ask the employer to repeat it.
	•		Give the appearance of energy as you walk.
	•		Smile! Shake hands firmly. Be genuinely glad to meet the interviewer.
	•		Wait until you are offered a chair before sitting. Sit upright, look alert and interested at all times.
	•		Be a good listener as well as a good communicator.
	•		Look a prospective employer in the eye while speaking.
	•		Mirror the interviewer's leads, but try to get the interviewer to describe the position and the duties to you early in the interview so that you can apply your background, skills and accomplishments to the position.
	•		Make sure that your good points come across to the interviewer in a factual, sincere manner.
	•		Conduct yourself as if you are determined to get the job you are discussing. Never close the door on opportunity.
	•		Show enthusiasm. If you are interested in the opportunity, enthusiastic feedback can enhance your chances of being further considered. If you are not interested, your responsiveness will still demonstrate your professionalism.
	•		Bring several copies of your resume!
	•		Don't smoke right before the interview and do not chew gum.
	•		Do not answer with a simple "yes" or "no." Explain whenever possible. Describe those things about yourself, which relates to the situation.
	•		Answer questions truthfully, frankly and succinctly.
	•		Obviously, there were issues or else you would not have left a prior company or be looking to leave a present employer. When explaining your reasons for leaving, limit your comments to necessary to adequately communicate your rationale.
	•		Do not over-answer questions.
	•		Do not inquire about salary, vacations, bonuses, retirement, etc., on the initial interview.
	•		If the interviewer asks what salary you want, indicate what you've earned but that you're more interested in opportunity than in a specific salary.

Be Prepared to Answer Such Questions As...

	•		Tell me about yourself?
	•		Tell me about your background, accomplishments?
	•		What are your strengths? Weaknesses?
	•		How would you describe your most recent job performance?
	•		What interests you about our company?
	•		What outside activities are most significant to your personal development?
			Don't let the interviewer catch you off-guard…it's a key factor in maintaining your composure during an interview.

AND, Be Prepared to ASK Such Questions As...

	•		What would I be expected to accomplish in this position?
	•		What are the greatest challenges in this position?
	•		How do you think I fit the position?
	•		Rehearse these questions and answers in your mind (or even out loud, if you can) in the days before the interview.
			Remember a lack of questions may be mistaken as a lack of interest.

Factors Evaluated by An Interviewer

	•		Personal appearance
	•		Overbearing, overaggressive or egotistical behavior.
	•		Lack of interest and enthusiasm -- passive and indifferent.
	•		Lack of confidence and poise.
	•		Nervousness.
	•		Overemphasis on compensation.
	•		Evasiveness - making excuses for unfavorable factors in work history.
	•		Lack of tact, maturity and courtesy.
	•		Condemnation of past employers, managers, projects or technologies.
	•		Inability to maintain a conversation.
	•		Lack of commitment to fill the position at hand.
	•		Failure to ask questions about the position.
	•		Persistent attitude of "What can you do for me?"
			Lack of preparation for interview results in the inability to ask intelligent questions.

Closing the Interview

	•		If you are interested in the position, let the interviewer know.
	•		If you feel the position is attractive and you want it, be a good salesperson and say something like: "I'm very impressed with what I've seen here today; your company, its products and the people I've met. I am confident I could do an excellent job in the position you've described to me." The interviewer will be impressed with your enthusiasm.
	•		Don't be too discouraged if no immediate commitment is made. The interviewer will probably want to communicate with other people in the company or possibly interview more candidates before making a decision.
	•		If you get the impression that the interview is not going well and that you have already been rejected, don't let your discouragement show. Once in a while an interviewer who is genuinely interested in you may seem to discourage you as a way of testing your reaction.
	•		Thank the interviewer for his or her time and consideration.
			If you have answered the two questions - "Why are you interested in this position?" and "What can you offer?" You have done all you can.

Being a good interviewer is a mixture of professionalism, flexibility, communication and understanding. It will all be worth it when you have landed the job of your dreams!

Sincerely,
David Oralevich
Access Staffing, LLC