Job Interview Tips

Don'ts

8. Asking about benefits, vacation time or salary:

   Do not ask about the benefits, vacation time or salary during the first interview. Wait until you have won the employer over before beginning that discussion.

9. Verbal ticks:

   The first signs of nervousness are verbal ticks. We all have them from time to time "umm," "like," "you know." You can also sometimes avoid verbal ticks by pausing for a few seconds to gather your thoughts before each response.

   To reduce the verbal ticks practice for sharing your best success stories ahead of time, and you will feel more relaxed during the real interview.

10. Not enough/too much eye contact:

    Eye contact shows your confidence but it may happen that it creates a negative effect also. Avoid eye contact and you will seem shifty, untruthful, or disinterested. If you sometimes have trouble with eye-contact balance, work this issue out ahead of time in an interview practice session with a friend.

11. Failure to match communication styles:

    It is almost impossible to make a good first impression if you can not communicate effectively with an interviewer. But you can easily change that situation. Following points will help to you.

    • If the interviewer seems all business, then you must be behave like business.
    • If the interviewer is personable, try discussing his/her interests.
    • If the interviewer asked a direct question, answer directly.
    Allowing the interviewer to set the tone of conversation can vastly improve your chances of making a favorable impression.

12. Final Thoughts

    Just as a strong resume wins you an opportunity to interview, strong interview skills will win you consideration for the job. You already know that you won't earn an interview unless your resume sets you apart as a candidate of choice. Start your job search with a resume that creates a stellar first impression.