5 Tips for Success at a Job Interview

Having a job interview can be a nerve wracking experience. I, being a shy person by nature, am always extremely nervous before an interview, but this sometimes can look bad to a potential employer. Here are a list of tips I have picked up over the years to help you be confident and nail the job for which you are interviewing.

Be Prepared Research the company you are interviewing for. Make sure you have an idea of what they do and what you will be doing for this company if you are hired. This will impress the interviewer and show that you really are interested in working for them. If you so up for the interview and are unable to tell the interviewer what the company does you probably will not get a call back In addition, when you arrive for your interview have an extra copy of your resume with you to provide the interviewer.

Promptness- Try to arrive about 10 minutes before your interview. This will allow you time to do some mental prep, assess your surroundings, and even stop in the restroom to check your appearance. This also shows your potential employer you are prompt and eager to work.

Hygiene The first thing interviewers usually look at is you so make sure you are the best you can be. Make sure your hair is neat and washed, teeth are brushed, and nails are clean. First impressions are everything so make sure you make a good one. If you are a smoker, do not smoke right before an interview and try to chew some gum or mints so your breath is fresh and non-offending.

Attitude Be confident, this says a lot to potential employers. When they introduce them selves shake there hand firmly. It is also important to make eye contact with your employer; this lets them know you are listening to what they are saying. Do not be afraid to ask questions, this shows you actually do care.

Post- Interview When the interview is over again shake the interviewer hand and thanks them for their time. Ask them when you can expect to hear something from the company. It is also okay to call a few days or possibly a week afterwards to get the status of your application. This keeps you fresh in their minds as they look at potential employees and shows that you are seriously interested in working for them.