How to prepare for an interview Attending an interview is not an easy one as one would be meeting people who are not known and will have to introduce themselves to others. Proper preparation helps to reduce the stress level and let you speak more confidently. Practicing before the interview boosts your confidence level. Apt dressing is an important and most crucial factor for attending an interview. Having multiple copies of resumes along with a pen and paper for making notes let you make a note of possible mistakes that can occur which will help you prepare better in the future. Always relax and stay calm while attending and listen carefully to the questions being asked so as to give a proper answer. Relating known facts along with facts about the company helps you to make a match between your expertise and company’s requirements. Make a follow up with a thank you note to reiterate your interest in the position.

1. How to prepare for an interview

2. 1.Practice
Take advantage of every
opportunity to practice
your communication skills
so that when important
occasions arise, you will
have the gift, the style, the
sharpness, the clarity, and
the emotions to affect
other people.

3. 2.Research
6 Answers You Should Know Before Your Job
Interview
•Why should we hire you?
•What is your worst characteristic?
•Why did you leave your last job?
•How do you deal with stress on the job?
What salary do you want for this job?
Do you have questions for me?

4. 3.Get Ready
Make sure your interview attire is neat, tidy and appropriate for the type of
firm you are interviewing with. Bring a nice portfolio with copies of
your resume.
•Professional / Business Interview Attire
•Business Casual Interview Attire
•College Job Interview Attire
•High School Interview Attire
•Internship Interview Attire

5. 4.Be On Time
How to be punctual?
•Have everything ready the night before.
•Keep your essentials near the door.
•Anticipate delays before they happen.
•Commit yourself to being 15 minutes early for
everything.
•Overestimate the time it'll take to get there

6. 5.Stay Calm
During the interview:
• relax
•stay as calm position
• Listen to the entire question
•Give correct answer

7. 6.Show What
You Know
How to Respond to
Interview Questions ?
•What to Share With The
Interviewer
•Avoid Politics and
Controversy
•Transition to Professional
from Personal
•Share Your Expertise

8. 7.Follow Up
How to Follow Up After a Job Interview?
•Send a thank you note by email.
•Make notes about the interview while it is
still fresh in your mind
•Ask to connect on LinkedIn.

9. Types of Interview Questions
•Your Abilities
•Leaving Your Job
•About Salary
•Strengths an Weaknesses
•About Yourself
•About Your Work History
•Behavioral
•Communication Skills
•Company Culture
•Competency Based

10. Tips for Avoiding Interview Stress
•Thorough preparation
•Research your target company
•“practice makes perfect"
applies to interviewing.
•Conduct a vigorous job search
to
•What Not to Think About Your
Interviews
•Focus on Success

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