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During an interview, it’s important to stand out so you can leave a lasting impression on the hiring manager, thus, increasing your chances of getting hired. Here are some tips to help you:
Research the Company
Research the company you will be interviewing with to show the hiring manager you’re actually interested in working for them. Before your interview, review the company’s history, mission statement, and target audience. For instance, if you’ve applied for a marketing position, read up on the clients the firm works with. You can get this information either from the company’s website or articles published on the Internet.
Arrive Early
There are few things worse than being late for an interview. Make sure to arrive well before the scheduled time for the interview, so you can read through your notes. If you are having trouble relaxing, listen to some calming music or focus on your breathing.
Talk About Your Strengths and Weaknesses
Most interviewers ask you to list out your strengths and weaknesses, so prepare yourself to answer questions regarding this. Make sure most of your strengths are related to the skills required for the position that you are interviewing for. It’s also important to let the interviewer know how you plan to work on your areas of improvement.
Present The Interviewer a 30-60-90 Plan
Before the interview, review the job description and outline what you think you can accomplish within the first 30 days, 60 days, and 90 days of starting the job. This will show the hiring manager you are a goal-oriented person.
Ask Pointed Questions
You should ask your interviewer questions about the position, the culture at work, and the organization. Most companies are happy to answer such questions since it shows them you are inclined to learn more about the job role and company. A few questions you could ask are:
- What is the career path of an individual taking up this position?
- What training opportunities are offered to employees?
- What are certain challenges that a new employee is likely to face in this job role?
- Are there any particular skills a candidate needs to have to do well in this role?
- How does the firm assess its employees’ performance?
Make sure to also watch your body language during the interview, and reiterate how interested you are in this position at the end of your meeting.
