Interview Preparation: The Absolute Dos And Don’ts

Did I dress over? Is this peach color going well on me? Should I smile more? How much time will it take for my turn? Is it necessary to ask a question? You get nervous too, when you are going for an interview, right? 

After school or college, it is very confusing where to apply, what questions will be there in an interview, how to respond to diplomatic questions on all these questions start a war in the head, right? But if you see from close, it is very easy to appear and clear the interview when you know the essential tips and tricks. Most of us have a little amount of confidence that we know some basic knowledge, but it is not enough. 

If you see around, being in a digitalized world, there are numerous options to learn about various types of interviews. There are mock interviews, online sessions, and etiquettes tests, speaking tests, and many more where you can practice “an interview.” It is very important to apply in a specific area of interest, or if you are applying in an open field, it is crucial to mention it in your CV. A proper CV builds your personality and creates opportunities for you. Try to add new and experimental stuff to your CV. It will leave a tremendous impact on you before appearing in an interview. 

After applying in the right place, what’s next? The next thing is to try to note down what are do’s and don’ts for an interview that will help you work on yourself with a qualitative attitude.

The Do’s – 

• Do homework about the company where you applied for the respective job. It is essential to know the work environment, which can give you the hint of the types of questions the interviewer will ask.
• Examine the applied job, what the work is, what skills and abilities are required, perks and salary, and specific work hours.
• Try to practice some basic questions like what are your plans, where you see yourself in 5 years, what is your background, what are your strength and weaknesses, what can you give to this company, why you applied to this company and some basic questions regarding the job and its components. 
• Before an interview day tries to take a good amount of sleep in the night, you should look fresh and active. It is vital to be on time or before the time. 
• Especially in an in-person interview, it is imperative to get dressed in a presentable way, wear office colors, avoid glamour stuff, and keep it clean and straightforward. 
• When you enter the respective company or interview, please try to switch off your cell or put it on silent mode.
• After that, it is crucial to be patient and wait for your turn rather than going to the desk and asking about your turn. 
• Body language is another important of an interview. Try to do a healthy handshake with a bit of a smile on your face. Be a warm, upbeat, presentable personality. 
• Good posture is a must in offline interviews. It is essential to feel confident in every possible way to make eye contact with an employee. It represents that you are listening and presently determined for the job. 
• Show your enthusiasm for the company by answering the question in the right and positive way.
• Another important thing is carrying 3-4 hard copies of your CV for multiple interviewers. In the end, follow up with a thank-you note. 

The Don’ts –

• It is very important to consider minor things which can increase your chances of getting the job. 
• Sometimes we don’t notice that we are in bad posture. Try not to slouch or cross arms when an employee asking questions. 
• Don’t fidget your body language. Don’t hesitate and try to sit in an open stance. Don’t show any signs of being panic. It is crucial to answer gently and calmly, don’t mumble while answering.
• Try to make two-sided conversation rather than entirely passive.
• Don’t overshare. Try to keep the conversation around you and your job.
• Try to ask some follow-up questions and turn the conversation into a dialogue form, no just answering and questioning. 
• Don’t switch topics when you don’t know the answer. 
• Never lie about your experience and employment missteps. 
• In the end, most interviewers ask if anything is left behind, so try to cover up everything during a session, and if you have any query do ask, don’t tag it for later. The more you can make the interviewer into a conversation, the better your report or feedback.
• Last but not least, take your rejection letters healthily and positively. Keep improving yourself is the key to attain your dream job.