What do you say during a job interview?

Answer 1

The TRUTH!

Answer 2

all depending on the job.
However the first lesson is to shut up and listen. Before you answer any questions, pause for a second or two, show that you are giving the answer some thought. When delivering the answer, talk in a firm positive upbeat manner. Use discreet hand gestures and if more than one interviewee, then be sure to look at them both, however dont stare!
Dont sit on the fence, state your answer, and why.

Research the company and the industry well before hand, prepare some questions based around the industry so that it shows that you can be bothered to do your homework.
Never speak about pay straight away.
Ask your interviewees about how they progressed in the company, they always love that as it gives them a chance to talk about themselves.
Ask about responsibilities etc, if commision based then ask what their top earner earns.
the very last question you need to ask is this: "do you feel i would be suited to this job?" or "do you have any reservations regarding my ability to fulfil this role?!" this is very important if a sales job as you have just tried to close the deal.

I have covered most things i think, the next best thing would be to register with a recruitment agency as they always give you advice, or go to your local book store and buy a book!

Answer 3

Little as possible.Answer questions, then ask pertinent questions about the position, do ur homework know about the company, never ask salary on 1st interview! If u r asked what pay u r looking for best answer is that u r open, u may end up getting more than u would have asked for. Dont fidget during interview and look the interviewer in the eye when u speak and be honest, good luck GO GIT R DONE!!!

Answer 4

I made a serious mistake during an interview that I REALLY wanted: I didn't ask questions. Research the company you're interviewing with, preferably on the company's own website or through Dunn & Bradstreet. Ask questions based on your research: for example, "You create networking events for engineers in the automotive industry. How many events do you have? Are they every year?" etc.. Worse case scenario: you forgot what you researched. Ask the interviewer what he/she likes most about his/her job and/or the company. Ask if there's room to grow within the company, does the company promote from within, etc. But be prepared with some questions of your own is all I'm saying.

Answer 5

The interviewer will typically drive the topics of conversation. Just reply honestly and don't misrepresent anything about your qualifications or past. There is one exception to this. The interviewer will typically ask you if you have any questions and you should have a couple. Prepare several, develop more as he or she describes the position and then ask anything that the interviewer didn't address in what he or she already said.

Answer 6

All right you should say the truth, but think more in terms of a "limited truth". Tell them the sides of the truth that are most beneficial to you, and if they don't ask (in case of a bad experience) please don't tell them. In reality, companies have no souls, they base their judgments on what you tell them not what you do or who you really are. You ought to keep that in mind. I'm not saying you should lie to them, just don't go around saying bluntly truths that don't look good for you in their eyes.

Also, you should state your best qualities. And when asked about your limitations, just say "It's true, I have opportunity areas, as everybody does, that do not limite me. I'm a perfectionist who would not rest until the job is done, and want everyone on my team to be at their best, and so on..." Never give in into revealing a fault.

Moreover, the best question you could be asked is "Tell me about yourself". The golden question if you know how to answer it. Give clear statements about who you are, and describe your qualities. Don't ramble on and show confidence not arrogance.

Also, you should research the company on-line or with friends before your first interview. That's how your answer: "Why do you want to work with us? and Why should we hire you? What do you know about us?" Give examples or ideas (based on their actual objectives) as to how you would fit in their solid, important, admired company...etc.

Don't ask about the salary, perks, schedule...Not until you're being offered the position.

Ask more thoughtful questions in the meantime: "What are the challenges I would face on that position?" "What would my responsibilities be?"...

Best of luck!

Answer 7

Be confident not arrogant , and sit up straight . Look the interviewer in the eye and answer everything honestly . Then sell yourself as the best choice for the position .

Answer 8

If you are the one being interviewed, basically you are the one that is answering the questions.

You should be prepared to bring with you, however, some questions that you have for them concerning the job. Usually, toward the end of the interview, they will ask you if you have any questions for them, then you are free to ask.

Answer 9

YAHOO JOBS has a good section on interview questions like what can be asked and how to answer. plus what to wear what questions you can ask.

Answer 10

Don't tell them how much you need the money.. Tell them your the write person that can handle the job and that you want to be part of the team.. YOur a real team player, your objective is to get the job done right, safely and professionally..

Answer 11

Tell them, explicitly, why they should hire YOU rather than anyone else. This is your best opportunity to give them the information they need in order to recognize that you are a better choice than others. This means knowing what they're looking for and how to relate your skills and personality to their desires.