{"id":2235,"date":"2008-07-29T02:38:42","date_gmt":"2008-07-29T07:38:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/magic1host.com\/blog\/2008\/07\/29\/job-interview-preparation\/"},"modified":"2008-07-29T02:38:42","modified_gmt":"2008-07-29T07:38:42","slug":"job-interview-preparation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magic1host.com\/blog\/?p=2235","title":{"rendered":"Job Interview Preparation"},"content":{"rendered":"
by Ray James<\/div>\n

An interviewer will concentrate on many aspects from a candidate’s personal appearance to their attire and conduct when deciding who to employ. Personal appearance is not only concerned with attractiveness: an individual’s hygiene and neatness are just as important. Employers wish to employ those candidates who will give their industry a good public ‘face’. You should be aware of this fact, especially while you are attending the interview. You should ensure that you are dressed properly, preferably in a suit and that your hair is properly groomed. Certain things are mandatory for you to consider whilst preparing for a job interview:<\/p>\n

* Research the company: This is a very important consideration when preparing for a job interview. It may be possible to search on the internet to explore the company. You must know these important things about the company: – Company history, products and when it was founded – Company’s growth, its expansion and branches across world or country – Current news<\/a> about the company, or any particular events within the company – Is the management team global or national, the company goal, its position in world financial rankings and the market niche.<\/p>\n

* Research the position for which you are applying: Study the job description, and all other contacts you have. The company website will also be helpful here: – what exactly is expected in the job and what will be your position in company – comments on the job from people who have worked it – if there are any modifications to the position at all<\/p>\n

* Practice the possible questions concerning yourself: Think professionally and study your resume well. Record all information regarding your educational achievements and any special qualifications. You will need to prepare answers to the common questions so that you know them by heart.<\/p>\n

* Be responsive: Practice these questions by yourself aloud until you feel confident in answering them. Try to be specific when you are answering and present supportive examples that will satisfy the interviewer. Be positive and speak honestly, but at the same time avoid mentioning past mistakes.<\/p>\n

* Attire for interview: Be aware of what you are wearing, as your first impression is vital. Wear suitable clothing and have a neat hairstyle. Do not apply strong perfume and heavy make up and minimize the wearing of jewelery. Try to look the part.<\/p>\n

* Have questions prepared for the interviewer: In most interviews you will be given the opportunity to ask questions to clarify any concerns you may have. For this you should prepare at least one question, preferably more. Ensure that the questions are logical. Your choice of questions will showcase your inquisitive nature as well as your interest in the company.<\/p>\n

* What NOT to ask in interview: You should never ask a direct question regarding the salary and benefits associated with the position. Should the interviewer consider you for the position, these facts will be revealed to you at an appropriate time.<\/p>\n

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An interviewer will concentrate on many aspects from a candidate’s personal appearance to their attire and conduct when deciding who to employ. Personal appearance is not only concerned with attractiveness: an individual’s hygiene and neatness are just as important. Employers wish to employ those candidates who will give their industry a good public ‘face’. You should be aware of this fact, especially while you are attending the interview. You should ensure that you are dressed properly, preferably in a suit and that your hair is properly groomed. Certain things are mandatory for you to consider whilst preparing for a job interview:<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1123,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[81],"class_list":["post-2235","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-careers","tag-careers"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/magic1host.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2235","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/magic1host.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/magic1host.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/magic1host.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1123"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/magic1host.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=2235"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/magic1host.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2235\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/magic1host.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2235"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/magic1host.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=2235"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/magic1host.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=2235"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}