Interviews Do's and Don'ts

Interviews are nerve-racking. No matter how many times you have gone through it, the thought of being interviewed can still make you feel nervous.?But with the right preparation you can make a great impression on potential employers.

Here are some important do's and don'ts to keep in mind which will help you ace your next interview.

Things to do beforehand (Do's)

• Knowing about yourself to the fullest might help. You should know what are your strengths and weaknesses.
• Knowing how to overcome your nervousness. It may be simple things like listening to music or playing a game or by simply talking to other candidates
• Know the format of the interview and ask the hiring manager beforehand, so that you can prepare
• Find out about possible questions that might appear as well as possible answers
• Make sure that you understand how to explain or describe every single point inside your resume
• Research the company's history, mission and recent developments
• Prepare some questions related to the job position or the company
• Get plenty of sleep the night before to ensure you are alert and focused

Things to during interview (Do's)

• Dress appropriately for the interview, no matter if it is a face-to-face or an online interview
• Arrive early at least 10 minutes prior to the interview start time
• Don't be too casual and don't be too stiff
• Minimalize your movement and maintain eye contact with your interviewer
• Listen and remember the interviewer's name and the correct pronunciation
• Do not look away while answering the question
• Do not take too long when answering a certain question
• Ask for clarification if you don't understand a question
• Explain how you can be an asset and bring value to the company
• Speak confidently about all your relevant achievements and skills
• Do ask relevant questions about the company or job position

?Things to avoid during interview (Don'ts)

• Don't make negative comments about your previous employers or managers
• Don't give the impression that you are only interested for the job position because of the salary or the location
• Don't provide false information in your resume to impress the interviewer as it will negatively affect your chances if you are not able to answer related questions
• Don't forget to research the company as it is a big red flag for hiring managers if you don't know anything about the company
• Don't be late for the interview as it leaves a bad first impression and also disrupts the interview schedule for other candidates
• Don't try to memorize your answers to the?interview questions, instead remember the key points which you want to include in your answers
• Don't provide unnecessary details or long explanations. Always try to provide concise answers that relate to the job position and the hiring company
• Don't forget to listen and focus on the information provided by the interviewer and use this information to structure your answers accordingly
• Don't ask about your salary until the interviewer asks your salary expectations. You can provide a salary range which is comfortable for you

I hope this will help you prepare better for your interviews by doing some simple things before or during the interview and by avoiding some common mistakes.

Please share in the comments - Have you recently attended any interview and what was your experience?.

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