Interview Skills

Interviews can really be nerve wrecking. You just never know what to expect. There could be an interview where it is a one on one or a surprised group interview (which really happened to me). It's annoying. But for you to get through this interview, you would need some tips to really do well or outshine the rest. 

So let's get on with the tips shall we:

• Practice good nonverbal communication 

          While in an interview, make sure you make eye contact and show them that they have your undivided attention. Never wonder off and look at something else like the walls or the floor. While you speak, look them in the eyes to show them you really want this job and that you're serious about getting this job. Always listen because you never want to repeat anything they just said unless it's a question to clarify what was said.

• Dress to impress 

           Always dress like you want the job. Always wear your best outfit. I would say a good outfit for an interview is a nice top ( not too revealing), nice slacks or black jeans, and for the shoes wear flats or if you're a guy, wear loafers and also wear a nice tie to complete the outfit (if you're a guy). What not to wear is a shirt that's has a stain on it, too revealing, and/or tee shirt, light color jeans or baggy jeans, and if you're going to wear sneakers, make sure the sneakers don't look like sneakers.

• Use appropriate language  

          When talking to the interviewer, never talk to them as if their your friend. For example, when in an interview, I know sometimes you can get a little comfortable, but never use slang because that shows you're not serious about this position.

• Don't be cocky:

          There's a fine line between being confident and being downright cocky. It's never good to be cocky because that's showing the interviewer that you're too good for the job and that's going to make them feel that you don't need the job.

• Last but not least, ask questions:

          It's always good to ask questions to just get a better because its a better understanding for you and it gives the interviewer better reason to show off their store.

By Wanda Berry