How do approach an interviewer to get selected in an interview
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First, you must have a good appearance. If you are applying for a job, with a company, make sure that you read up on there performance, and try and show the interviewer, that you are really interested in the company. Learn some facts about it, so you can show them you are really interested in making the company better. Tell them you will do whatever is necessary, for you to get a start in the company. Use proper english, and act like you are ready and willing to work for as many hours as necessary, to accomplish your job..Good Luck..
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Keep your hopes up and interview good.  Know in the back of your mind that you will get this job, just don't act too arrogant.  Make sure they like you and even if you don't get this job apply for others because the best way to learn how to be interviewed is through practice.
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Just keep trying. Sometimes is just a numbers game. You can do everything right and they still don't pick you. Also, they could have chosen the other person even before you interviewed. I ran into this alot last time I was looking for work. Hang in there. Good luck!
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Dress appropriately for the job you are applying for - if it's in an office, wear something professional; if it is a fast-food restaurant, wear a nice skirt or nice khakis and a sweater.\n\nDon't wear a lot of jewelry.\n\nDon't wear perfume/cologne - it will probably offend the interviewer (he may not like perfumes, may have scent sensitivity, or may not like the scent you've chosen).\n\nWear a watch - a sign that you care about punctuality.\n\nBe pleasant and conversational, but still be yourself.  Ask the interviewer specific questions about the job - but, on the first interview, don't ask about salary, benefits, vacation time, smoke breaks, etc.\n\nGood luck!
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Two things you need to know about interviewing:\n\n1. They are trying to see if you are truly "technically" qualified for the job. Meaning your resume doesn't overstate your qualifications.\n\n2.  You fit in with the organization and corporate culture of the business. Meaning your personality would work well in the environment they are looking to place you.\n\nRest assured, If it has been more than 1 week since the interview and you have yet to receive a phone call. They are probably continuing to interview other candidates, and you really are not the candidate of "choice".
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Find out as much as you can about the company you are interviewing with before you go in.  List some of the qualities you have that will help you perform well on the job.  Don't be afraid to sell yourself as long as you don't go overboard.  Be truthful about what you have to offer as a good employee.  Overall cleanliness (hair, clothes, etc.) is important.
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I can fully guide you in interview questions:-\n\nTip#1\n\nBe Confident\n\n"Your first impression is your only impression."\n\nNothing is worse than a limp handshake, slumped shoulders, poor eye \ncontact or poor communication skills. A potential employer can tell immediately \nif you are the man or woman for this job by your body language. Although\naggressiveness is a turn-off, being passive gives the indication that \nyou are not sure of yourself or your qualifications. Keep eye contact when\nanswering questions or when the interviewer is speaking directly to \nyou.\n\nSmile occasionally to show your interest and enthusiasm. Keeping a \nsteady gaze on the interviewer can be disturbing to an interviewer. Look away\noccasionally. Lean forward to show that you are interested in what the\ninterviewer is saying. Speak in a concise and clear voice. If you have\nproblems annunciating certain words, don't try to use them on an \ninterview.\n\nIf this is difficult for you, practice with a mirror and pay attention \nto your facial expressions.\n\n\nOther interview killers:\n-Slouching in a chair\n-Crossing your arms\n-Playing with your hair or jewelry\n-Leaning back in chair\n\n\n\nTip# 2\n\nAct As If "You are what you believe."\n\nAct as if you had the job. What would you do if you had this position? \nHow would you act? How would a person in this position act and speak? What \nare your responsibilities in this position? What is a typical day like for \nyou in this job? Change your attitude towards yourself and your strengths. \nIf you start thinking that you won't get the job, you will do small\nunnoticeable things to sabotage your chances. \n\n\nTip#3\n\nKnow The Company "Know your business."\nI once sat on a couple of interviews where the interviewees did not do \nany research on the company. This sends a message that you are looking for \nany job, not this specific job. Once you're interview is scheduled, get on \nthe net and start finding out everything you can about the company. A good \nplace to start is www.hoovers.com., which gives you industry information, top\ncompetitors, names of CEO, etc. If you'd like to know what current or \nformer employees have to say about the company, try www.wwetfeet.com. Beware \nof disgruntled postings. Call the company headquarters and ask for the\nmarketing department to get specific information. Weave your research \ninto the interview by stating. "I read an article in the Wall Street \nJournal, which mentioned that your company is thinking about XYZ." This lets the\ninterviewer know that you have taken the time to know more about the\ncompany. You can ask questions about something you read, but don't \nchallenge them or you'll come across as a know-it-all.\n\nTip# 4\n\nBe Prepared "Know what to say."\n\nMost interviewers ask the same standard questions about your strengths,\nweaknesses, former employers, work history. If you are being interviewed by\nseveral people, this might be a good cop, bad cop situation. Pay attention\nto who is playing bad cop, they are looking for signs of weakness and dishonesty. To be well prepared, before the interview, write out all your\naccomplishments, both personal and professional. List your strengths \nand weaknesses. Be honest, it's easier to remember the truth than it is a \nlie.\n\nExtra Tip: Write out situations in which you have demonstrated: \n\nleadership skills, determination, stress management, creativity, and flexibility. Be prepared to answer the question: "Why do you want this job?" If you're not sure, reevaluate your decision. If you arrive a few minutes early, \nreview what you wrote in the waiting room before the interview. Great list of\ninterview questions: Tested Interview Questions. \n\n\nTip#5\n\nAsk For The Job "You get what you ask for."\nThe most important step in the interviewing process is one most people \nmiss. ASK FOR THE JOB!
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You will be asked two types of questions:\n\nA) Informative: These questions are the "Tell me about yourself" variety - where you went to school, what you studied, etc.\n\nB) Behavioral: These questions will be in regards to how you react under certain situations (i.e., Tell me about a time when you...).  These questions are designed to see how you react under certain situations depending on the job you're applying for.  \n\nIn group interviews, it's really a "Do we like this person enough to hire them?" type of scene.  Just be yourself, don't be nervous, know something about the company as well as the position you're applying for, ask questions about the job and the company culture, and finally, send thank you notes to all those who interview you.\n\nBottom line: Your interview should tell the hiring managers three things - why are you interviewing with us (as opposed to The Gap), why should we hire you (over the hundreds of other applicants that we talked to today and all this week), and what makes you unique.\n\nGood luck....
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Follow-up on your applications by calling the company you applied to. Verify that they received your application and ask them about setting up an interview.
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Yes, give them your employers number.  It will aid in your employability and create credibility for those you interview with.
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I'm one of those people who have a nack for interviews and landing jobs.\n\nThe best advice i can give you is, if you are felling confatable with the intervierwer you will do well.\n\nSo the first thing i try to do (depending on the type of interview) is strike up a social conversation first, this will allow you to feel less threatened and conduct a better interview.\n\nIf this is not possible (formal interview) then just try relax and be your self, make sure you do resurch about the job you are going after and tell them what they want to hear befor they ask it.\n\nJust remeber there only a person and its not the end of the world if you dont get the job.  Also if you dont get it, it provides you with the experience to have better luck next time:)
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Always follow "the four P's of interviewing": \n\n1. Preparation. \n2. Practice.\n3. Personal presentation.\n4. Pertinent questions. \n\nPREPARATION:\n\nIt's really frustrating for an interviewer to have someone that they're talking to who really doesn't know the company or the position they're applying for. \n\nBefore you interview, you should have looked at the Web site, read the company's brochure, and talked to people who've worked there. If you haven't done that, it can really make it uncomfortable in the interview, because either you're not going to understand what the interviewer's talking about, or you're going to ask some dumb questions.\n\nAnother thing is not really preparing for the interview itself. You should sit down and think, ‘What are they going to ask me when I'm in that interview?' With a little bit of asking around, you can find out things like, do they use behavior-based questions, do they use case-based questions, do they use a really unstructured conversational interview? \n\n\nPRACTICE:\n\nThrough preparation, you can often anticipate the kinds of questions -– if not the exact ones -- you'll be asked during interviews. Once you've determined the probable questions, practice in front of someone. \n\n\nPERSONAL PRESENTATION:\n\nDress appropriately. Don't show up wearing a coat when a suit would be more fitting. If you do wear the right tie or suit, make sure you are well-presented. Don't be wrinkled or dirty. Doing your homework should reveal the appropriate attire. \n\nBe sure to cover all the standard interviewing etiquette points as well. Be familiar with the basics -- like a good handshake. Make sure to have basic eye contact; a lot of people put a lot of weight into eye contact. Maintaining that is really important.\n\n\nPERTINENT QUESTIONS:\n\nIt's really bad in interviews to get to the end and they say, ‘Do you have any questions I can answer for you?' and you say, ‘Nope, I think you answered them all,' and that's the end of it. It's reflects negatively on you. \n\nAsk a really difficult question -- something that takes some guts to ask, asking really well-thought-out questions that shows you know the business that that interviewer is in. It all goes back to preparation, and it tells the interviewer you thought about this interview before you walked in the door.
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You need to call them back and ask if you don't hear from them.  Show your interest in the job.  It sounds like they are considering you otherwise no one would waste that much time interviewing you.  Call them back and thank them for the opportunity and get into if you got the job.
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Usually you will be given the opportunity to ask questions at the end of your interview. You should at least have a few prepared questions or, if you are not sure of any information give during the job interview, now is the time to ask. If you do not ask any questions the interviewer can think you are not as enthusiastic as other candidates who asked 3 or more questions.\n\nBy asking plenty of questions, you can also take this opportunity to show your awareness of the current industry situation and that you are interested in a long career. Do not ask more questions than you were asked.\n\nDo you know which questions you can ask at the interview?\n\nIt depends on your situation, the position you are applying for, and your relationship with the interviewer(s) and the organization. \n\nBelow are some common questions:\n\nAsking questions during an interview will show that you are interested.\nCan you tell me more about the structure of the organisation?\nWhat kind of management style does your company promote?\nWhat are the skills that you consider important for this job?\nDo you reimburse travel expenses?\nDo you have a complete job description for this post?\nWhat kind of software do you use?\nHow will my performance be measured?\nDo you have an induction course/notebook?\n\nmore info on http://www.cvtips.com/question_to_ask_during_an_interview.html
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First off, go in there with the confidence that you are are the right person for the job and willing to learn all you need to learn to do the job well.  Go in well-dressed in a nice 2 piece suit with skirt or a pant suit, preferably black and not low cut, have a nice simple hairstyle, not too much makeup and not heavy on the perfume.  Walk in smiling, give a firm handshake, thank the person for their time and consideration of you and go in knowing why you are iterested in this company & what your goals are for the future should they ask, such as climbing the corporate ladder or whatever your goals may be. Don't look uncertain or clueless b/c they'll think you only want this job b/c you are graduating soon and need employment in any job.  Let them know that you are serious about their company, as well as all the above things I mentioned and when you leave, thank them for their time and tell them you really want the opportunity to be a part of their team and to please consider you for the position & that you look forward to hearing from them.  Give another firm handshake, look them in the eye & tell them thank you again.  Make sure you have your resume with you & put it in a nice binder of sorts, preferably a black binder or folder b/c that gives the image that you are serious.  These are the things I've done when I was interviewing, whether it was a first job or a 5th job.  Oh & it worked for me.  Oh and don't be intimidated about being a soon to be graduate.  Show them what you are made of, why you are the right person for the job regardless of inexperience, there are other great traits that are good to have when being hired, (and know going in what that is) b/c everyone has to start somewhere and also keep in mind that they must already know that you are graduating soon so if that were a concern of theirs, they wouldn't have called you in for an interview, so I'm pretty certain they know you are inexperienced and they probably prefer that so they can train you THEIR way.  Good luck!
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There's no way to know the type of questions you might be asked, and there are no "right" answers, although there are definitely wrong answers.\n\nI don't mean to be cryptic in my response, but interviewers can vary widely in what they're looking for in a prospective employee. Some suggestions that work in every job interview:\n\n1. Dress the part you expect to play in the organization. Be professional. Get a haircut, if necessary. Check your fingernails. Make sure your shoes are clean and, if they're a smooth leather, polished. Your clothes should be pressed (ironed) or, if you don't have an iron, have them dry-cleaned. You might want to do a dress rehearsal to make sure you're comfortable in the clothes you plan to wear. We would all like to believe that our skills and talents are what potential employers evaluate, but I've seen more than one documentary showing that people who were considered attractive and personable were given additional consideration.\n\n2. Find out what you can about the company where you're interviewing. Who are their clients? What kinds of marketing do they do? How do they compare to competitors in their field? What specialty areas do they focus on? You're applying to work at a marketing research firm. Do some marketing research of your own.\n\n3. Here are some basic interview questions that may come up:\n\n- Why do you want to work for <company name>? \nBe sure your answer reflects what you can do for them, -not- what they can do for you. How do you think your skills and talents will benefit the company?\n\n- What are your career goals? How does the current job offer fit with your future plans?\nDon't be too grandiose here. Take a measured, but ambitious, approach.\n\n- How much salary do you require?\nThe job posting for which you're applying may already have a stated salary or salary range. If so, use that range. Also, many Internet job sites have salary ranges for different types of jobs. See what the range is for the position for which you're applying. Evaluate, realistically if you can, where you fall in the experience level for the position. Are you at the top of the range or at an entry level? When you answer this question, provide a range. Be sure the bottom end of the range is a salary that you would accept. Instead of simply stating your salary range, you might respond with a statement like: "I've researched the salary range for comparable positions in the industry. I understand that $xxxxxx - $xxxxxxx is a realistic range for someone with my experience and skills." \n\n- What do you consider your greatest achievement? Why?\nKeep your response on target with the job for which you're applying. Identify a task, project or assignment where you showed leadership, teamwork, initiative or produced an exceptional result. If you don't have a lot of prior work experience, use a relevant school, volunteer, or other life experience where you made a difference.\n\n- What do you consider your greatest weakness or biggest failure? Why?\nChoose something that can be seen as a strength as well as a weakness. For example, you sometimes work too hard, or you tend to get very deeply involved with projects you work on. Show that you understand that this tendency can be a weakness only if allowed to get out of balance. Be sure that whatever you identify is actually true.\n\n- What do you bring to this position? Why should we hire you?\nThink about this. If -you- can't think of any reasons for them to hire you instead of someone else, how can you expect them to come up with reasons? If you have trouble with this, ask some close friends to give you a list of what you bring to the table at a job.\n\n- Is there anything you want to ask me/us?\nPrepare some questions about the company and about the position that show your interest. Ask what duties and responsibilities are expected in the position for which you're applying.
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This is a great question that I was about to ask. Suggestions that I have tried include: \n1. Write a thank you note IMMEDIATELY after you return from the interview. If you had multiple interviewers (on a panel), make the letters unique.\n2. As one person said, ask when they expect to come to a decision.\n3. Make a follow up call if you have not heard anything within a week to ten days.\n4. DO NOT CALL MULTIPLE TIMES. This tends to annoy the hiring managers/analysts.\n5. Phrase your questions confidently. Try not to sound desperate.\n6. DO NOT ASK for the job during the interview or during follow up. Use phrases like: "Please inform me of the next step in the hiring process."\n7. Highlight points about yourself that you did not get to in the interview.\n8. KEEP APPLYING/INTERVIEWING for other jobs! Don't get too overconfident.\n9. Pace yourself. If you feel depressed about the whole situation, take a break but DON'T GIVE UP!\n\nDISCLAIMER: I have not received a job offer. These are suggestions that I have picked up along the way.