When do you hand it over?

Question

Ive got a job interview later today. Really really nervous cause this is my first one. Others have been informal chats really. So I dont really know what to expect. When do I hand over my CV? As soon as I wlk in I just give it to them or do I wait till they ask?! Also are there any tips to be confident and successful? HELP!! X

Answer 1

think in advance about any questions they are likely to ask - practise your answers first of all...
be confident, maintain eye contact, don't mumble...
try to relax.
the main thing is to sell yourself...you are the person they need for this job...
dont fidget
try not to stress about it before you go in....you'll be fine
best of luck and let us know how you get on
Dx

Answer 2

First off, good luck and don't be nervous, yeah, I know, easier said then done. But don't worry about it so much. The people interviewing you know you'll be nervous and will take that into consideration. I have interviewed tons of people throughout the years, I'm an HR rep. The ones that aren't nervous and come in overly confident never get the job with me.
Eye contact without staring, shake hands after you wipe your sweat off and don't let them see you doing that, and then a polite, "Hello, I'm so happy to meet with you regarding the position of .... and then name the position you are interviewing for. By the way, I have a prepared a copy of my CV for your review...and hand it to them." Bring several copies if you could. Confidence is key. Remember, when they ask you a question it is ok to pause before answering. Think before you speak is always a good rule.
GOOD LUCK !!!!!

Answer 3

Try to imagine the interview as having 3 parts- beginning, middle and end. The beginning is when you make your greetings/ introductions/ talk about the weather, etc.

The middle is the main part of the interview. Remember that you're interviewing the company as well- you may not want to work for them after that!! During this part of the interview, you should be INTERACTING with the interviewer. Have a conversation, and ask questions.

The end of the interview will usually be signalled by the interviewer saying something like 'do you have any more questions?' or 'that's all I have to ask you' or something along those lines. At the end of the interview, if you have any questions then do ask them as it shows you're enthusiastic. If you don't have any questions, then ask 'when will you be making a decision?' then you'll know how long you have to wait for an answer. If you're feeling really brave, ask them 'did I impress you?'.

Overall, if you dont get the job, don't stress about it. Chances are it wasn't worth your time, and there's a better job waiting for you elswhere!

Answer 4

They wont ask unless there is a stall in the conversation so when the question of why should I hire you, why do you want to work here? comes up hand it over with a brief description of what you have done and what they are reading.while explaining why you are the right person for the job.
Interviews are evaluated in the first minute you walk in,so dress right,walk tall and know you will get the job (be confident)
The receptionist or anyone you meet will also add feedback so if you make a good impression even before you enter the interview area then you re halfway home.

Answer 5

Id hand it over straight away after you've got ya "hellos, nice to meet you" business out of the way.
LEARN your cv.This may sound strange but the amount of people ive interviewed that dont remember whats on their own cv is ridiculas and just makes them look stupid.a good cv and knowledge of it will actually help you steer the interview the way you want it to go.you know what they know about you so you can be prepared with good responses.

Another important point is to remember that a cv gets you the interview. after that the interview itself is largly going to be down to you and if you are going to be working with the person whos doing the interview, whether they like you or not.Even if you look on paper perfect for the job, if they dont like you, you probably wont get the job.

go to as many interviews as possible, even jobs you're not really interested in.Again this may sound strange but it will give you priceless incites into the kind of q's you could get in the interview you are actually interested in.

Good luk

Answer 6

Have your cv in your hand ready for when they ask for it. Give them a firm handshake, sit back in your chair instead of on the edge, this will make you more comfortable and they will see you are relaxed and confident. Do you know about the company, what it produces etc, show some knowledge of the company have some questions ready to ask them, for instance, promotion prospects, how many work in your area of work etc. If this is your first job, tell them what you lack in experience you make up for with a willingness to learn and enthusiasm. Try not to be nervous, remember they are only human like you! Good Luck!

Answer 7

good luck, your cv hand it over after you have shaking hand's, be confientent and be honest, if you lie, they will find out and you could lose your job......better to think of some answers before you go, once again best of luck!!!!!

Answer 8

You can NOT have an interview, you have posted/e-mailed your CV

Answer 9

Wait until they ask for your cv. [if they ask for it] just be positive don't push yourself forward to much, remember they want to employ someone so why shouldn't it be you... good luck

Answer 10

make sure your cv is in your left hand when you go in so you dont have to switch it to shake hands.......good luck, i hate interviews