How do I Impress a potential employer when I am on a job interview?
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You would have to do 3 things.\n\n1.Present Yourself - (speak to them not at them.) \n\n2.Speak Clearly\n\n3.Show them a great deal of interest in the company. Tell them their company goal. That's how I got my job.
86466
well, i think that youre trying to be someone youre not just to impress someone. is that ok? can you understand it? or i need to elaborate it? for example, you're going to have a job interview, you want the job badly. so youre going to say that youre good even youre not, so you can get the job. get it?\nwell. if you dont, you can mail me. and ill explain it more clearly.
238668
I've been told to never think you are over dressed. Always wear formal attire. Smile at your interviewer, it shows you have confidence. When they ask for your strengths list all of them, professional and personal/hobbies. And always ask at least one question at the end of the interview. IE Does this position lead to other opportunities in the company? It shows you want to do your best and advance.
403626
First thing is always the first impression, Chances are their first inmpression of you will be your resume/application.  Make sure you have a proffesional resume ready.  If you don't have one or you think you may want a better one it may be worth the 80 bucks to pay someone to make it for you.  They study these things and are pretty good at it.  If  you do it yourself just make sure you use a spell checker, that it is neet and orderly, that it can be read, and that it contains all the information  they will need inorder to make a desision.  dont be afaid to talk yourself up a little too.  let them know that you recognize your value.  dont be cocky just confident.  if you are going in for a personal interview the first impression of what your hiring manager will be is what they see.  That means dress nice, be well groomed, do your hair, nails, and smell good.  Your apperance will have alot to do with what they think of you.  If you start off with a phone Interview you need to develop good speaking skills, sound determined, confident, and be always positive.  Be ready to answer the question, "what do you think is your best quality" if you answer "i don't know" chances are they wont know either and you wont get hired.  You shouldnt sound cocky just calm and detemined, don't let anyone push you around but let them know that you are willing to do what ever it takes.  After the interview if you havent heard back from them give them a call to let them know that you are still interested in the job.  this will show your initiative, employers like that.  Don't call them up every day and badger them for the job just let them know that you are interested and still there.    and finally when you get hired prove to them that everything you showed them in the interviewing process was true.  Most of the time it isn't to hard to find someone new if they don't like you.  don't be a brown noser but just work hard and be relaiable.  Good luck and have fun, remember that the more lines you put in the water the better chance you have of getting an interview so apply for mulitple jobs.  that will keep your options open too and let you see what you really want to do.
817870
Actually it would look like you were prepared and set you apart from 90% of the other people they will interview that day. I interview a lot of people. The things many of them do wrong:\nThey don't bring a copy of their resume with them.\nThey don't dress up. (Jeans are NEVER acceptable for an interview)\nThey don't remove their hat (for guys)\nThey don't turn off their cell phones or worse they answer them during the interview!\nThey cannot answer simple questions about previous jobs or job experience.\nThey smell bad.\nThey say "um" or "you know" every other word.\nThey chew gum.\nThey trash their former employers.\nThey can't answer the question "Why should we hire you?"\nThey don't ask any questions about the job. (The best question to ask an interviewer is what THEY are looking for in the person that takes that position. Then point to specific experience you have either in work or life that makes YOU the best canidate.)\nThey don't look at you during the interview. Not making eye contact makes people think you are shady.\n\nHope this helps! Good luck!
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practice the types of questions that you think they will ask. Role play with a friend so that you have some practice. Most of all remember that they would not be interviewing you unless they didn't already believe that you are a good fit for the position. And SMILE!! It will tell them that you are happy to have the chance to interview and that you will bring a positive attitude to their company!\n\nGood Luck on your interview!!
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dress to impress..first impressions are a must..You can never go wrong w/ black slacks and a dress top..Always smile and be attentive..Say yes ma'm/sir..Be happy and be yourself..They will hire someone who looks comfortable and happy verses someone who looks to be a little less so. Don't be nervous, always remember they were in your shoes once before :D
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First dress to impress.Be on time.  Shake hands with the person conducting the interview when you enter the office.Tell them how you heard about the hiring.You can ask about the pay, the company health plan and what position is being offered. Be honest at the interview and friendly and state that you are a hardworking person and you that are customer service friendly.Customer service is the key word here. Be polite and friendly and smile. If you have a resume bring that but its not important. Ask how long is the probationary period if hired, you would get reviewed in 30 days, and then 60 days on your performance.In some case you probably would get hire on the spot. Oh yeah, take your ID with you just in case they send you for drug testing the same day.
525700
It's hard to say without knowing what kind of job and how you're going about it now. \n\n1. Don't bring your friends or little sister with you to interviews or filling out applications. \n\n2. Dress for success. This isn't time for fashion week; look at the way other employees are dressed and dress one step nicer. Or imagine grandma taking you to church.\n\n3. Have self-confidence in the interview. Try and eliminate the "ummm's" and "yeah's". You are smart and ready to work. Let the manager know it!\n\n4. BE ON TIME for the interview.
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Answer all questions with a tone of confidence and looking into the interviewers eyes.  Don't use slang, such as 'yeah'; it should be something like, "Yes, I have worked in the industry for 3 years." etc.  At the end stand up, offer a firm handshake, and say "I'm sure I could be an asset to your company and I look forward to hearing from you."
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First you are gonna get an interview(make sure you have your resume with you, it makes you look prepared and responsible), then they are going to call you and tell you if you got the job or not, don't freak out about it, you'll do just fine!\nHere's a few tips for your interview:\n\n1)Make sure you are dressed like if you are gonna go to church or somewhere nice, that shows how much you care about the interview, and gives a good impression about yourself. Don't wear flip-flops, jeans, shirts, or very showy or sparkly make-up and cloth, makes you look trashy!\n2)Make sure your hair is not messed up, and that your nails are really clean (toes, and fingers)\n3)When you shake hands with your interviewer, give them a strong (not so strong you don't want to cut their circulation off!lol) shake, that makes you look confident and well-prepared.\n4)Make eye contact at all times- it lets the interviewer know that you are paying attention to the conversation.\n5)When they ask you a question, don't just answer the question, first answer the question and then explain why.\n6)Don't wear flip-flops or sandals, it's very informal and makes them think that you are dirty (especially if it's a job at a restaurant).\n7)Try to make conversation with the interviewer, makes them think that you like them, and that you are a social person.\n8)DO NOT interrupt the interviewer, it's very rude, and that lets the interviewer know that you don't wait for instruction to be given.\n9)When you enter the room and shake hands with the interviewer make sure you smile, it makes you look confident, and not nervious.\n10)When you live the interview make sure you say something like "thank you so much for your time, it was really nice meeting you!" with a smile on your face(it shows gratitude), and shake hands with him/her.\n\nI hope this helped you! Remember that no matter how big or small the job you are going to apply for is, you still have to follow this tips, it'll get you far!Please trust me with this \nansweres I took classes for this! Good Luck!!!=)\n\n*If you don't have a resume go to http://resume.monster.com/articles/fivepointers/\nor http://www.preseleccion.com/resume.htm\nand remember to keeep it short!
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I've interviewed many many people for jobs, so I can talk about what I'm looking for.\n\nFor your best quality, talk about things that are work-oriented. Some examples:\n   -you are good at working with people\n   -you are able to organize a group of people to work on projects\n   -you are able to focus on your projects and assignments. \n   -you have great attention to detail\n\nThe key is, you have to be believable. It's best if you have specific examples to back this up. If you tell me that you are a great people person but you seem really shy and can't put a sentence together, I might not believe you.\n\nThe greatest weakness question is trickier. You do want to put a positive spin on it, but you also don't want to sound like you're just trying to make yourself look good. I usually look for someone who has a clear awareness of their weakness and has a plan or goal of overcoming it. For example, if you are a shy person, say so, but talk about what you are doing to help overcome your shyness. I like to hear when a person is taking active steps to address their areas of weakness.\n\nFinally, if they ask you if you have any questions, ask questions that really show that you have done some research about the company and the position you're applying for. Ask specific questions about the work environment, the type of work you'd be doing, or what direction the company is heading. It's best to show that you know something about the company. And if you can't think of anything else, ask the interviewer what they like and dislike about working there.\n\nRemember, be comfortable and be yourself. I can usually tell when someone is faking it.\n\nGood luck!
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Take a walk and concentrate on how well you're going to do, how every answer will be crisp, informative and complete, how bubbly with excitement you're going to be (not how nervous it makes you). \n\nEmployers want people with energy, whom are attentive and listen to instruction carefully. Then they want answers in as few words as possible so as not to waste their time. Ask before expounding too much. They will ask you if they need more.\n\nTry to say nothing negative about previous employers, or blame anyone for anything. Focus on strengths and how happy working for this company will make you. Do research and find out their business and make comments on that. Their company reports and newsletter from the company president are at the library.\n\nGood luck.
1080237
Yes, give them your employers number.  It will aid in your employability and create credibility for those you interview with.
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Walk in, first impressions are the best impressions, make sure you dress to impress and use a firm handshake, be tenacious. Or call first, be persistent and assertive.  Or word of mouth or through friends, many people get their jobs through the people they know.
1029170
You can start by proofreading your resume'.  Following that, wear something conservative, yet somewhat stylish (especially if it is a retail assistant management position).  You should always maintain calm and confidence in anything you say or do.  Nothing impresses an interviewer more than calm confidence.
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The best way to prepare for an interview is to tell stories and share experiences.  Review and know the things that you have put on your resume or job application.  That is the starting point.  Now during your interview expand on the information that you have already provided to your potential new employer.  Provide examples of how you may have handled a problem with an co-worker, or resolved a business process within your department.  Find examples that started out negative but you turned into a positive.  Be specific during the interview on how you accomplished the positive.  Examples would be a negative customer(external/internal) that you helped turn into a positive.  A good thing would be to write all this down and then review your notes before going in for the interview.  Be as detailed as possible during the interview.  And one good question to ask before you wrap things up is, "What kind of individual are you looking for to fill this position?"  This question is hardly ever asked.  What it allows is for you to hit on any points that you may have missed while you were interviewing.  You make a mental checklist while they tell you who they are looking for.  This little bit of preparation will help you ace that interview.