Interviewee’s preparation for the interview
Before
commence of Interview
a.
The interviewee should
be dressed formally, and not casually. Have a pleasing appearance as the
candidate’s personality is a significant part of the communication.
2)
Always carry an extra
CV, a notepad to write on, a pen, and all essential things required in an
interview.
3)
Practice, practice and
practice in advance. Prepare and rehearse for the unexpected also.
4)
Research a lot about
the organization for which you are being interviewed.
5)
Be punctual. Try reaching
before time for the job interview.
6)
Know the habits and
hobbies of interviewer and think over them thoroughly.
7)
Anticipate the
possible questions related with the job and subject and prepare them properly.
8)
Regain confidence
before entering the interview room
Interviewee’s
conduct during interview
9)
Greet the interview
board with polite wish.
10)
Sit in natural way when
asked to sit.
11)
Be courteous and
sophisticated during an interview.
12)
Avoid looking funny or
too serious.
13)
Just “be yourself”. Do
not boast about yourself. The interviewer is smart enough to judge the
candidate’s intelligence and aptness for the job.
14)
Pay attention to the
questions asked by interviewer and respond them naturally and consciously.
15)
Answer in brief and to
the point.
16)
Answer the questions specifically,
truly and undoubtedly. If you do not know, admit it politely.
17)
Do not indulge in a
fight or argument with the interviewer.
18)
Do not make negative
statements or comments about your past employer.
19)
Your body language
should be positive during the interview, i.e., maintain an eye-to-eye contact
with the interviewer, sit in well balanced and confident posture, do not lean
on the table, do not yawn, smile when appropriate, etc.
20)
Thank the interviewers
at the end and move out the interview room in confident manner.
21)
As soon as the
interview gets over, pen down the name of the interviewer, your strengths and
weaknesses, answers to questions raised by you during the interview and the
feedback of the interviewer.
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