An interview is a common but important word for every job seeker. It is the most critical part of the recruitment process. In today’s scenario, there are many governments as well as private organizations that are conducting the interview to hire a candidate. Numerous instances have shown that sometimes government organizations conduct only examinations to appoint a candidate, but in private organization interview is a must-stage to hire someone. The main reason behind this is in government organizations, the focus is mostly on marks secured by a candidate, and private organizations mostly focus on the candidate’s skills and experiences. That’s why an interview is essential to assess the candidate.
In this post, we will discuss the tips to crack the interview. Let’s read.
What Is An Interview?
An interview is a conversation or interaction between an applicant and a potential employer. It is a process of selecting a candidate for the desired post. In this talk, the employer may discuss or ask various questions to understand the skills, personality, character traits, or knowledge of the candidate in the particular field. In simple words, it is the way to get information from a candidate and, based on that, decide whether the candidate is suitable for a particular job role. Thatswhy interviews are usually conducted during the last phase of the recruitment process.
Tips To Crack The Interview
What to do before the interview
As an interview is a type of oral exam where you have to think and answer immediately, you do not get any time to frame answers in your mind to present them.
- Research the company
Before your interview, you must have a clear idea and knowledge about the company. Check the company’s website and social media pages to understand better the company’s culture. Grab basic ideas or current achievements or events of the company. Most of the time, recruiters ask what you know about our company.
- Read and match the job description to your skills
When you find any job vacancy ad, you must first read the job description to know about the position. From the job description details, you can easily understand whether you are the fit candidate for the particular vacancy.
- Design your resume or portfolio
A resume is not just a sheet of paper but a direction to your journey. It is a formal document where you should need to mention your brief personal and professional details such as education, work history or experience, etc., in an attractive way. It is the document that builds your first impression. Never mention your weak points in the resume.
- Prepare with probable questions
There are many common questions that are usually asked by a recruiter in the interview. So be prepared with what to give the answer. Some questions are generally asked based on your resume. So be prepared for that.
Here are a few probable questions you may be asked:
- Tell me about yourself.
- What or how do you know about us?
- What are your strengths and weaknesses?
- Why are you leaving your job?
- Why do you want this position?
- Why should the company hire you?
- Dressed formally
Before going to give your interview, wear plain and formal cloth. Don’t do heavy makeup. Check the company’s social media pages so that you can know how their employees dressed up.
- Take proper sleep and healthy food
Health is wealth. So a candidate must take healthy foods and take 7-8 hours of sleep every day. Keep your mind and health energetic so that you can look smart.
- Reach before time
On the interview day, you must reach on time to avoid any delays. Arriving delay in your interview place creates not only a bad impression but also a high probability of rejection. Moreover, reaching before time also calms down your body and nerves, which ultimately helps you to give answers correctly.
- Keep your phone switched off
Usually, it is recommended not to bring your cell phone to the interview room. But if you are bringing it, then keep it switched off as it is a source of distraction. It may create a bad impression.
During the interview
- Give the interviewer warm greetings
Before entering the room of the interviewer, seek permission to enter. You may then offer a firm handshake which shows the interviewer that you are enthusiastic, confident, and positive.
- Maintain eye contact during interview
Always keep eye contact while you are answering the questions in the interview. It shows that you are confident. A recruiter may ask you some questions to confuse you. In such a case, do not lose your confidence. So if you do not know the answer to any question, smoothly skip the question by saying “sorry.”
- Body language
A person’s body language shows their personality. So be conscious about your body language during the interview. For example, your body language shows whether you are feeling confident or nervous. To crack your interview, you need to look directly into their eyes, sit straight, and slightly lean forward while talking.
- Salary demand
In many job descriptions, the word negotiable is mentioned in the salary section. In such case, you can demand the salary as per your skills and experience. However, before telling them your salary expectation, know the market demand company’s status or turnover and then say to the recruiter.
