what is the best way to prepare for a job interview?

Answer 1

Do research on the company you're applying for, come with a very business-like and professional appearance, prepare yourself to answer any questions they have with concise answers. Don't give short answers, but don't speak on one subject too long. Relax, show you have a sense of humor, be confident, and think about how your skills can help the company. That will probably be the very last question they ask you...other than why they should hire you. Good Luck.

Answer 2

Research the company. Have at least three questions you can ask during the interview.

Look your best. A suit never hurts, no matter what the job is. I'll hire a well dressed person over a slob any day of the week even if the slob is better qualifed.

Have a decent resume without any typos or grammar issues.

Practice answering questions about your background. Most companies do a behaviorial interview so you need to be prepared to answer those questions.

If you really want to shine, research behaviorial interviewing on the Web and learn how o answer those questions...

Freebie:

Once you get the interview:

Be 10 -1 15 minutes early of the interview
Talk to the receptionist... she will be asked if you were friendly, etc.
Look sharp!
Act interested in the interview.
DO NOT ask about pay or benefits in the first interview.
BE very, very, honest.
Have a firm handshake.
Turn off your cell, etc.
Sit upright and lean forward in the chair while you're interviewing.
Don't use a lot of slang or regional dialect.
Tell them you're not interested if you're not.

And finally:

Ask for the job if you're interested.

Answer 3

I like checking out the job websites for the commonly asked questions. (They also have interview tips.)

And, as others have said, dress professionally. If you aren't sure, ask a friend (or friends!) to critique your interview outfit. If you have a few friends who are managers - ask them. They will have a good idea as to what a hiring manager is looking for.

Yes, spend some time researching the company - KNOW WHAT THEY DO! You won't get the job if you can't explain how your skills fit their company!

Review your own resume so you can bring out the strengths and have some ideas as to what you think fits the company.

Remember to start and end the interview with a firm handshake - especially if your interviewer is a man - but don't try to rip his hand off.

Answer 4

I suggest:

1. RESEARCH THE COMPANY....how many employees, what their stock is doing, what their goals and visions are for the future, their growth rate, their customer base, etc.

2. BE PREPARED TO ASK "NON-TRADITIONAL" QUESTIONS....such as those based on what you've discovered from item #1 above.

3. MIRROR THE INTERVIEWER... If he/she is very rigid, uptight....try to mirror that...if they are laid back/cool...try to relax without getting TOO relaxed.

4. GIVE FIRM HANDSHAKES (OVERALL EXCEPTIONAL MANNERS).....give firm handshakes in the beginning and the end. Greet each person (even the receptionist) with a bright smile and firm handshake. Always speak with a smile!

5. AVOID USING "UHs"....If a question stumps you, try to be cognizant of not using, "Uh, I had a 3.2 undergraduate GPA...". Take a quick silent pause when pondering your answer.

6. AVOID USING ACRONYMS....I know in this text/IM age we tend to do that. Unless their is language conducive to the interview (i.e. you are applying for a telecommunications job and that is your background)...as long as both you and the interviewer know it, it should be okay.

7. RELAX AND BE YOURSELF.... Companies want to add diverse, interesting people to their companies....be that person!!


Good Luck, I hope you get it if this is the job you want! :)

Answer 5

Know common interview questions and prepare your answer and also come up with a few questions you can ask your potential employer. Also, send a thank you card promptly after your interview.

Answer 6

Know the company and what they do. Prepare for some of the typical questions.

http://www.career.vt.edu/JOBSEARC/interview/questions.htm

Dress appropriatly. If they dress business casual still where something nice to impress.

Be early but not too early.

Be yourself...

Answer 7

Do research on the company, their competitors and the field in general. Know your strengths and weaknesses. Be confident, sit up straight, speak slowly and clearly, look people in the eyes and relax.

Answer 8

Research the job you are applying for,
Then dress well...No one does that anymore... Include combing your hair... most employers are not up with the fad of not combing your hair and dressing like a slob to be cool

Answer 9

One thing you can do is find out about the company. Research it on the internet.

Answer 10

Take a shower.