How do I ace an interview?

Answer 1

Do a Google search on "interviews." There are standard answers that you can prepare to have an answer for. Like what was the last book that you read? Why did you leave your last job?

Dress appropriately and conservatively unless it's a gig at Hooters,
Don't wear and religious jewelry and try to hide any tattoos ,,,they can be a job killer.

Answer 2

If you are looking to ace a job interview, do the background research on the company. Anticipate what that company might be looking for in an employee in the position for which you are seeking employment. And practice answering those questions, with a family member or in front of the mirror or just out loud in our room. Be confident. Be mature. Direct eye contact. Sell yourself. You are marketing everything you have done so market yourself with a flourish dont sell yourself short on anything, even if you dont feel its all that great of a resume or that a particular accomplishment is trivial to you. Make the company want to hire you and even make them feel a need to hire you. And do as many interviews as possible. After each interview, talk through what you could have done better and what you did well and figure out how to change what didnt flow for the next interview. You could even call the recruiter back, if you recieve a rejection letter, and find out from them what they found weak in your interview. And really, the key is confidence. Showing your self as a competent individual that would be a credit to the company.

Answer 3

Some key points:

Research the company you are interviewing for prior to going

Think of any questions you may have about the company or your possible new job. They will ask you at the end of the interview if you have any questions. If you don't have any, don't sweat it and just answer, "No, not at the moment." Or ask your questions.

Dress the part. Never wear jeans to an interview or anything casual. Business casual is fine, which basically means a nice pair of slacks and a top, which doesn't have to button down or be collared. Or dress it up a bit and wear a skirt and button down blouse. Shoes should be dressy, but not the prom, high heeled sandal kind. Professional, and possibly close-toed.

Take a resume with you. They may already have a copy, but bring one with you just in case.

Shake the interviewer's hand when you arrive and smile. Always look them in the eye.

Be honest and yourself in the interview!

Ask for a business card at the end of the interview. You'll want to send a thank you card THAT DAY to them, thanking them for their time and that you hope to be a part of their team.

I competed in an interview competition and have interviewed in real life many times. The thank you card is key!

Good luck!

Answer 4

If you look up interview tips on the internet there are loads of things that you can do. From my own perspective I would say that you should try to be yourself and make a lot of eye contact. Try to give really heartfelt answers. The best feedback that I got from an interview (for a job that I got) was when I answered a question (cant remember the Q!) "I believe passionately that every child should have an equal chance in life to suceed" (I am a teacher). Be confident and friendly. Have a good go at all of the questions. Good Luck!

Answer 5

What you need to remember at an interview is often the person asking the questions will be the person you work with most. It doesn't often pay to be the best as much as it pays to be the best of the folks the interviewer will enjoy working with.

People love a confident, happy person with common sense and an ability to follow instructions quickly and efficiently. That is who they want to work with every day. If you are the best qualified but have a miserable disposition or want everyone to do things your way, you will often be passed up for someone easier to work with.

My advice to you is know that you are very qualified for the position and that you are there to offer cheerful, efficient help and assistance. You are applying to become part of a team - be likeable and professional.

It has also helped me in interviews to remember that I am interviewing them too. I don't want a crappy job with miserable people either. I am assessing whether I want to be a part of this team, whether I want to help these people (because I know I am a great employee and an asset to any organization).

Peace and good luck!

PS - that will help too, to know their business. If you are already in the workforce that might not be a problem - but it never hurts to go the company's web site and learn more about them and their industry. Interviewers are impressed when they find that you have done unassigned homework to be prepared for them.

Answer 6

Dress: Should be conservative but trendy (Grey suit w/ white blouse is always appropriate)
Greeting: With a smile and a firm handshake
Dialect: Clear, Concise, and HONEST
TIPS: Cover any tattoos, take out multiple sets of earrings, don't chew gum, have fresh breath, put your hair up (it is a sign you are ready for business), not too much perfume, no sandals or flip flops, try not to use the word "Like" at all unless you are saying you like something, when asked about things you wish you can improve..."I'm too focused on my job, and sometimes that rubs coworkers the wrong way" is always a good one.
BE CONFIDENT
Good Luck

Answer 7

know exactly what the job is and answer every question to satisfy that you are the perfect fit for that job.
know alot about the company and talk A LOT in the interview.
sell yourself and be enthusiastic.
dress better then you would think you shout. shine the shoes. be early and bring a pen and portfolio and write down important items. ask pertinent questions that show your intent on being a productive team member-not about benefits or "vacation time". practice with a friend. video tape your self in a mock interview to look for bad gestures or non verbal postures.

Answer 8

Study the job description/ad and tell them how your experience directly relates to the current opening. Do research on the company and ask questions that others might not think to ask? Always appear engaged, enthusiastic and interested in what the intervierer is saying...and smile a lot (all while being yourself)!

Answer 9

Say what they want to hear, but do it tastefully and not overly fake. Be relaxed and confident. Don't act desperate or too hopeful. Be witty and, this may sound sexist, but if you're a woman, and your interviewer is a man, don't be afraid to use that to your advantage.

Answer 10

Two things:

A sense of humor. Don't have to be charming but be amused. Happy to be there.

At the end, when they ask you if you have any questions, ask "When do I start!" and smile when you say it! Shows you have a sense of humor.

The coworkers will see more of you than they see their spouses, so they want to make sure you're not a pain in the ****.