If you’re looking for employment, it’s essential to approach your job interview with the proper attitude. While interviewing for a position can be nerve-wracking, with the right mindset and preparation you can nail the interview and land your job. The key to doing well in any interview comes with preparation and confidence. Below are four tips that will help!
Be prepared for the interview
Before your interview, research the company and the position you are interviewing for. Make sure you understand how the company’s values are demonstrated in what they do. This will not only show the interviewer that you’re serious about the job, but it will also help you adapt your answers to the specific role for which you are interviewing.
Maintain a positive mindset
Before stepping into the interview, take five minutes to get in the right mindset by focusing on your breath, thinking about previous accomplishments, or any other method you have utilized to stay calm under pressure.
Be confident and enthusiastic about the position, the company and your experience. It is crucial to highlight your successes, strengths and accomplishments – do not minimize your experience! Your resume was selected because someone found you interesting and felt you could be a good fit for the position. Use this time to prove that person right!
Know why you want the position
The interview is an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge. Show your potential employer what you know how to do and why you want to do it. You should be prepared to talk about the company and the position and clearly articulate how this position falls within your skillsets and why it is of interest to you.
If you are a first-time job seeker, this part could be difficult as you likely do not have any experience that directly corresponds to the skills needed for this position. Use this as an opportunity to highlight other skillsets you have learned from your upbringing, school or volunteering and how that demonstrates a skill that might interest the employer. For example, if you raised money for a school trip, explain how this shows your ability to be a
motivated self-starter!
Have questions for the interviewer
Asking questions of the interviewer not only shows that you are engaged in the interview, but that you are interested in the position and the company. Some common questions includeasking about the company culture, growth opportunities, having the employer further explain the job’s responsibilities, or asking what the interviewer likes about working at the company.
Conclusion
Interviewing, while important, is not nearly as daunting of a task as many make it out to be. With preparation and the right mindset, you can accomplish anything. Remember to follow the tips outlined in this article, be yourself and you’ll do great. At Dynamic Works Institute, we focus on the skills and mindsets that make work life more fulfilling. Whether you are just starting your career, between jobs, reentering the workforce or gainfully employed, we offer a customized, affordable suite of courses that will make you more confident, marketable and prepared to take on the challenges of succeeding in your chosen field. For more tips to help you nail that interview, grow in your position, or gain essential skills to help you in your career, reach out to our team to see how we can help!
