subject: Great Job Interview Tips [print this page] Author: John Patton Author: John Patton
1. Be informed about your potential employer. This one seems almost intuitive and simple, but it is something that many people overlook. Knowledge about the position that your are applying for is simple enough, but it is also important to know as much general knowledge about a prospective employer as possible. Even though you may have submitted dozens of resumes, you want the employer to feel as if they are your number one priority, and not simply another stop on the road. 2. Manage Anxiety. It is impossible to eliminate all feelings of nervousness or anxiety, but by following a few simple steps you can do a great deal to alleviate the most common stress inducers. -Follow a routine for all interviews. Sounds simple but many people overlook this point, choosing instead to attempt to change their conversations or centers of focus. This is a major mistake, as every time you present new material about yourself or present something in a unique way you are introducing a great deal of stress to yourself because you are forcing your brain to actively create on the fly. Stop doing this. The same old "shtick" may seem boring to you, but it is new for every interviewer. Rather than trying to impress them with your wit or charm, stick to the appeal from the confidence you convey by repeating your old, comfortable responses. 3. Appearance One often overlooked aspect of the of professional world is that most employees spend a great deal of their time pressing the limits of the office dress code. When a potential employee sits down for an interview and he or she is dressed above and beyond the expected it makes and even greater impact when contrasted with what the interviewer sees on an everyday basis with their existing employees. Don't forget that people are generally shallow and quick to judgment; your appearance is often what sets you apart, at least in their mind, from the droves of other potential employees. 4. Be yourself. Yes it is cheesy, and yes it is cliche, but that does not make it any less true, for a number of reasons. First, by attempting to portray some prefabricated image you are placing yourself under a great deal of stress, and exuding less confidence than if you were relaxed. Second, every employer is looking for something different in an potential employee. By trying to be someone, or something that you are not, you might be appealing to the wrong traits. Every persons career path is different. Some people fall into the "perfect" job after a minimal number of interviews, while others toil for years before the find professional contentment. It is important to remember that comparing your personal experiences to another persons on a specific basis will simple lead to undue stress. Relax and seek your career with a peaceful mind. About the Author:
John has been writing articles for nearly 4 years. Come visit his latest website over at Washable Nursing Pads which contains information about breast feeding and Disposable Nursing Pads
