Simple ways to improve your interview performance

No matter what stage of your career you’re in, you will need to prepare for your interview. If you’re a new graduate and don’t have much interview experience, these tips are going to help you!

The good thing about an interview is that your foot is already halfway in the door - your potential employer loved what they saw on your resume and now you get a chance to show them, face-to-face why you are the perfect candidate. Like all other skills, interview skills are learned, and there are no second chances to make a great first impression. These are our fool proof top tips to shining in an interview

1. Pay attention to your Nonverbal Communication

An interview is about demonstrating confidence: stand and sit up straight, making eye contact, and give a firm handshake. That first impression can be a great beginning—or quick ending—to your interview.

2. Dress well!

A lot of companies today have very casual dress codes but when you go in for your interview, you must dress to impress! Remember, that first impression they have of you before you even open your mouth is everything!

3. Listen

From the moment your interview begins, your interviewer is giving you information, either directly or indirectly. They might ask you questions linked to what was said in the beginning so make sure to pay attention to what they are saying.

4. Don't Talk Too Much

What you are not asked, do not share. When you enter your interview fully prepared, you say only what is necessary. But if you’re unprepared, you may ramble when answering interview questions, sometimes talking yourself right out of a job.

5. Prepare, prepare, prepare!

Entering an interview without preparation is like running into a lion’s den with a blindfold. And it also shows your interviewer that you are not serious about the job. But how can you prepare? Read through the job posting again, and match your skills with the position's requirements.

And this is just the tip of the iceberg, there are so many other tips and skills we can equip you with as you attend interviews. All you have to do is join our Skilled Professionals Database!

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