Going to a Job Interview? Here Are My Tips

Then it’s time to start preparing. People who show up for a job interview without knowing what the company actually does simply don’t get the job, to put it that way

It means you MUST do your research. Your first stop should be the company’s website. Click through and READ everything. Build an understanding of what the company delivers and how they present themselves.

In addition, you can google the company and check them out on social media, such as Facebook and LinkedIn. This will quickly give you an overview of what they do, the issues they work with, and the type of people who work there. Doing this is expected if you are genuinely interested in the position. If you skip this step, it will be interpreted as a lack of real interest in working for the company you’ve applied to. For many, this is a basic part of the job search process, yet for others, it’s completely overlooked. So the tip is simple: do your homework!

The interview is not one-way communication, let it be a dialogue between two parties.

During the interview itself, it’s expected that you have questions and things you want clarified. Make it clear that you have questions to ask. This shows genuine interest and demonstrates that you’ve made an effort to understand and get to know the company. That automatically makes you a more interesting candidate. After all, we want you to be genuinely engaged in the job you’re applying for.

References?

Remember, you are also allowed to ask for references from a potential employer. It’s not only the employer who can request references about you. Why should you ask for them? Because it’s about your everyday work life, your opportunities to succeed, and most importantly, your ability to thrive in your new workplace. Neither employer nor employee benefits from a situation that isn’t a good match.

Also, keep in mind that marketing yourself during the application process is more important than you might think. Those of us working in recruitment are always looking for great candidates — also for other roles. Even if you don’t land this particular position, we’ll remember you for future opportunities that come along.