Saturday 7 September 2013

7 efficient tips to crack that interview...

We all at some point in life we all have gone through this feeling of anxiety be it for checking our grades at the results board or for asking that famous question "WILL YOU MARRY ME?" and many more ......

This feeling hits everybody so its normal to feel anxious when facing a challenging situation, such as a job interview, a tough exam, or a blind date.


Anxiety is the body’s natural response to danger, an automatic alarm that goes off when you feel threatened, under pressure, or are facing a stressful situation.
In moderation, anxiety isn’t always a bad thing. In fact, anxiety can help you stay alert and focused, spur you to action, and motivate you to solve problems.

So, feel anxious and fly on cloud9 with that appointment letter in your hand. But the big question is HOW???? what extra or what charms are you supposed to use to make sure during the interview itself that you are definitely getting that appointment letter???? want to know? keep reading..

1)Answer questions directly

YES!!! no elaborate explanations if not asked. If your asked your name you are supposed to tell your name not your mother's and father's name. A lot of people while giving interview see it as a last opportunity to grab and therefore go over board trying to impress the interviewer and end up giving detailed answers which is so WRONG!!! the interviewer is judging your skills he/she is not taking your examination. So, please give to the point answers. Stick to the question and answer only what's asked.

2)Dress Appropriately

First impression is the last one. This is true. This is proved scientifically that human brain judges people first on the basis of their appearance. So, if you got to crack that interview make sure you are dressed appropriately but don't be over dressed or under dressed. Wear just the right dress universally preferable are formals. Go easy on the perfume or cologne. A strong scent can leave the type of lasting impression you are actively trying to avoid.

3) Advertise Yourself

Think or assume yourself as a product which you have to sell in the market. So advertise yourself attractively so that the buyer(interviewer) feels  the urge to get your services for his/her company.Apply the rules to selling yourself in the interview.

4)Be enthusiastic

Bring a positive attitude to the interview. No one likes someone who has a negative presence or someone who is timid and needs to be talked into the job. A smile and friendly demeanour go a long way in securing a job. Pass on that smile but don't smile too much that would make you look like a fool. To keep the conversation alive ask questions too. Yes, you too have the right to ask questions this will not only show your enthusiasm but will also reflect you confidence. So, go ahead and ask questions, did not understand the question? ask again.

5)Mind that Body- Language

Your body language plays a very important role in displaying your attitude as a person. You should always sit in a straight and confident posture so that there is no doubt being casted in terms of the honesty of what you claim. Do not ever try to fool the interviewee as he/she is much more intelligent and experienced than you are. Be what you really are and do not try to portray something else.

6) Avoid Verbal Blunders

Avoid verbal blunders that could cost you the job like : YEAH instead of YES, GONNA or WANNA instead of  GOING TO or WANT TO, AKSED instead of ASKED, AIN’T instead of ISN’T, DON’T instead of DOESN’T, HOW IS YOU instead of HOW ARE YOU, CV instead of RESUME, THANKS instead of THANKYOU, NOP instead of NO etc.

7)Be Patient 

 DO NOT pester to know the outcome of the interview, but ask, if they want to share any feedback with you. If you do not receive any reply within a couple of days, you can conclude that the result is not positive. If the employer is considering you even in the shortlist, they will keep you engaged.


With all that said in the end leave your charm by applying these charming tips on cracking that interview and grab that job. All the best.

Keep the charm on!
Tada!


 

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