what should be kept in mind while going for an interview?
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Keep in mind - confidence!  That is the key.  If you are confident in yourself 100%, then you'll succeed at anything.  The most qualified person in the world could go in for an interview with no confidence and they probably won't get the job.\nHave confidence and you'll have more of a chance.\nAlso have a good resume.  Good resume's is a big key to a great job.  If you dont feel your resume is up to par..have someone look over it to make it sound better and to check spelling errors.
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To ease your nervousness, think about something that relaxes you like a tropical beach.\nTo wow the interviewer, I would have as much confidence in getting the job as possible.  Show the interviewer how good you are certain skills and qualifications.  Try not to brag though and overdo it.  Always have a positive attitude towards things.  Make it seem like they will be pleased with your attitude.\nI am also job seeking and I try to use those techniques.
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Few basics to remember\n1.Arrive to the site on time.\n2.Greet the interviewer with a smile and a firm and gentle hand shake\n3.Maintain eye contact all the time\n4.Do not exagerrate your capabilities.\n5.Do not make up answers ..when you do not know.\n6.Do not afraid to ask questions.\n7.Do a good research on the company before the interview.\n8.Follow up with a phone call or email thanking them for cosidering you for the position.\nGood Luck
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I guess I will lay out anything I know, from school and work experience or even from real life experience, then lay out what I am good at, ask your family and close friend why do they love you, what is good about you to them, ask your previous schoolmate and co-worker, employer, what it is like to work with you, after doing that you should be well prepare for any interview.  Remember, you must know about yourself before you can introduce yourself to the others.  The only, in job interview, don't go too personal, and don't complain about anything about your past experience.
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Dress as you would for any interview.  Be neat and well-groomed.  Don't go in shorts, tee shirt, sandals, sneakers, running shoes, etc.  A nice tailored shirt and pants for a male, and pants and matching top or skirt and blouse for a female.  Don't wear jeans.  They should be dressier pants. You don't need formal wear (dress and matching jacket, or three piece suit and tie), but dress nicely.
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dress up and know something about the company   wait for the question before you talk; dont rattle on and on about yourself  be brief and tell why you want the job and what you can do for the company ; dont ask the salary they will make an offer later
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Relax and be yourself :-)\nJust go to the interview, and be yourself. If they ask detailed technicall questions that you don't know, just convince them that you'r smart, and that being smart is more important than memorize everything ;-)
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Make sure you dress appropriately and don't chew gum.  Be comfortable talking about yourself because you're going to have to convince them you're the right person for the job.  Make sure you've done your research on the company you're applying for and exactly what they are looking for to fill the position.  Good luck!
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Dude...an interview is a formal thingy...wear formals n go...one sure shot question would be:-\nWhy should i choose you and not the other people here???So be ready with your strengths and also pay close attention to your fellow interviewees' weakness so you can hald strong your stand and justify your answer....\nBEST OF LUCK
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Be prepared.  Go to the library, there are many interview preparation books out there.  Reherse and go thru commonly asked questions.  Once you are well-prepared, confidence will automatically be on your side.
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always be honest on a application. you can always explain the situation to the interviewing person. honesty is the best policy.
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Tips for Success in Interviews\n•First impression is the best impression. You will be judged by ; the way you dress, your educational qualification, work experience, body language, manners, ability to absorb the information and interpret it intelligently and clearly. So take care to be at your best. \n•Carry your relevant documents in order - like certificates, copy of application sent, bio-data etc. in a folder so that it can be easily shown when asked. Take a pen also. \n•Present the documents only if the interviewer ask for it. \n•Never be late for an interview. \n•Greet the interviewers as soon as you enter. \n•Sit down only when you are asked to. It is better not to pull the chair, either lift it or move it and always enter from the right side of the chair. \n•Say 'please and thank you' whenever required. \n•Listen carefully and pay attention to the question. If the question is not clear to you ask politely for a repeat. \n•Reply confidently and immediately to the point, keeping your answers short unless asked for a longer description. \n•While answering, look directly at the person asking the questions and try to be pleasant. \n•Replies connected to any details regarding your bio-data should be authentic. \n•It is better to admit if you don't know something. \n•Remember to say 'sorry' if your opinions or answers are rejected. \n•Avoid indulging in certain mannerisms in your speech or behavior. \n•You can ask when you can expect to hear from them before you leave. \n•Don't forget to say "Thank you" at the end of an interview to every interviewer before leaving. \n•Shake hands only if the interviewer initiates the gesture. \n•Walk out confidently without looking back. \n•Gently shut the door behind you as you leave. \n\n\n\nMost frequently asked Interview Questions \n•Why have you selected to join us?\nI always longed to work with a company. I am familiar and whose products I have used and trusted.\n(Narrate briefly how you can prove your statement. Do good research on the company before facing the interview) \n•Where do you want to be in 5 years?\nI would like to be frank. Judge me from the work and I am sure you will put me right where I want to be.\nNote : Do not over ambitious and speak in a way that you are not satisfied with your current job which you have applied for. \n•Describe your ideal career?\nTalk of what you enjoy most your skills and natural talents. Do not specify your goal and any job title. \n•Tell me something about yourself\nDo not just repeat what you have given in your resume. Be ready with the answer, a talent or something you did out of the ordinary. You can sound it as unique or give it a touch of your personality. \n•How did you apply for the job?\nBe specific and give a straight answer of how you came to know about the vacancy. If it was advertised specify how you came across it. \n•Why do you want to work here?\nHave a research done about the company / organization \nGive just one or two reasons why you are interested. You can add these points (1)  company's reputation(2) desire to join the specific field of interest. \n•Don't you think that you are over qualified for this job?\n(This question is put to you to puzzle a candidate. Be calm and answer the question with a positive and confident approach)\nAnswer in the negative\nMy experience and qualification will just help me to do the job better. Moreover I am at establishing a long term relationship which my qualification will favor me to handle more responsibilities and help me to rise to your expectations. \n•What competition do you see if you take up this job?\nWhen you answer, clearly show that you have researched carefully and acquired more in-depth knowledge about the company.\nEnumerate some positive and negative traits of the company and their competitions.\nFeel confident to show that competition is not an unexpected one. \n•What would you
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Practice, practice, practice.  Before I begin a long period of interviewing, I come up with a list of potential questions (from books & internet) and a rough idea of the answers I want to give.  I also come up with a general fact sheet of the qualities I want to emphasize in my answers and specific points to emphasize about each bullet point in my resume.  Then, I ask my sister or close friend to practice with me by asking me questions just like a real interview.  During the practice session, I act as I would in an interview.  Being prepared helps me feel more relaxed before/during the interview.  Also, the preparation keeps me from rambling/babbling during the interview... it is important to keep answers concise and to the point.\n\nI am a very nervous person, and the preparation definately helped me thoughout interviewing.  Other things I watched out for so that the interviewer didn't know I was nervous were making sure not to move my hands too much when talking, not to fidget or sway my legs, and not to insert a nervous laugh in my sentences.  Also, I tried to always smile and handle myself to give an impression of confidence by standing or sitting up straight, always giving a firm handshake, and making eye contact.\n\nIt is very useful to go to your local library and check out books and/or videos on interview strategies.  The videos are pretty corny, but make great points and are easier to get through than books (although the books are a great resource for commonly asked questions in your field).\n\nGOOD LUCK!  You can do it!!!
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If you want the job, you should do the following:\n\n1. Show up for the interview five minutes early.\n2. Be clean and wear clean clothes.\n3. Your clothes should be appropriate for a job interview: no bare midriffs, no tattered jeans, no flip-flops. A woman should wear a skirt or dressy slacks. Low-cut stuff is for bars, not job interviews.\n4. Tasteful jewelry is fine but avoid nose rings, ultra-big earrings and so forth. You might want to minimize facial piercings, if you have them.\n5. Look into the eyes of your interviewer.\n6. Answer questions honestly.\n7. Don't use a lot of slang and trendy language. \n8. Shake hands.\n9. Ask a couple of appropriate questions about the job. "What day is payday?" and "I'd really like to work in sporting goods someday -- do you think that's possible?" are appropriate. "Can I bring my boyfriend to the Christmas party?" is not.\n10. I know that this is a nerve-wracking experience but try to relax and be natural.\n\nAnd... Good Luck!
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It's okay to say that you're nervous jokingly.  \nSome interviewers like that - it let's them know your human.\n\nA couple of things that might help:\n1.) Have your resume for them, and keep one for yourself so that if you're at a loss of words, look at your resume to think of something.\n\n2.) It's okay to make up a few situations.  If they ask you if you've done something you've never done before, it's okay to fib a little bit.  Just don't go over the top.\n\n3.) Stay focused on their eyes.  That lets your interviewer know you're serious about this job.  Try not to look scared though - looking nervous might be okay, but looking scared isn't.\n\n4.) Come to the interview prepared to talk about certain things.  For example, I'm a teacher.  So I know I need to think about (1) disciplining students (2) communicating with parents (3) activities for students (4) lesson plans, etc.  You need to think about the things in your field too before you go to the interview.\n\n5.) Basics: Come on early to the interview, Dress professionally, and always be kind to EVERYONE.  Even if there's a guy whose job is to shine your shoes, be kindest to him!  \n\n6.) Make a joke or two when you're nervous.  \n\n7.) Drink water before an interview, but nothing with a lot of sugar or caffeine.  Lay off the orange juice, coffee, soda - go for the water!\n\nGood Luck!
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Going for a job interview
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Definitely try to see how everyone is dressed there before you go to the interview, and do your best to dress accordingly. Be very well mannered and avoid use of slang for an office type job. If your personal life or relationships are mentioned, NEVER entertain them. Tell them your personal life remains personal. Some Human Resource directors use this step to find out how gossipy you may be.