A job interview is a stressful situation because the stakes are high. If you really want the job, or need the job, it's important to put your best foot forward. Anxiety, fear and anger can cloud your ability to think. It is important that you be able to think clearly so you can present yourself well. Practice relaxation techniques. Work out before you go, so your nerves are settled and you're calm. Understand that in the last analysis, all that is required of you is to dress, show up, do your best and then go home.
Importance
Find out why these subjects are important to your career, and see the proof in our statistical research.
Why
Employers need to feel like they can connect with you. Even if you are friendly and accomplished, interviewers will begin to feel uncomfortable if they can't communicate with you effectively. The last thing you want to do is leave an interview with the impression that you are nice and talented, but lacked confidence and the inability to express yourself.
Statistics
90% of what we communicate at any given time is not through words, but by nonverbal communication such as expressions, gestures, and posture.
What To Do
Looking for a job or planning a career requires groundwork and careful preparation. The more you know about how to do it, the greater the probability of your success. A comprehensive list of Tips and Tools has been put together to help you no matter what stage of the job search process you are at. There is no use being told what to do, you need the tools to do it, giving you the confidence to identify and secure your perfect job.
Tips (Theory)
Confidence is contagious. Enthusiasm and a cheerful attitude will most certainly improve your prospects.
Greet the interviewer/s with a firm handshake.
Smile, try to relax, make frequent eye contact.
Listen to the questions and answer directly.
Ask questions that you have already prepared.
Leave with a sincere thank you.
Tools (Practice)
Refer to this Telephone Interview Worksheet to prepare you for a telephone interview.
Maintain eye contact and keep your body language open. Here is a Body Language Worksheet to simplify things for you.
Caution
DO NOT go into the interview unprepared, and practice, practice and practice for each interview. Much of the first impression you make at an interview will be dramatically affected by how relaxed and confident you feel.
Information
We are continually on the lookout for useful information for the jobseekers. In order to better serve you, we now post relevant articles, news items, events and service providers that may be of interest to you.
Further Research
The following career-related articles have been carefully selected to assist you in the job search decision-making process.
Read this to find out more about Interviews with Recruitment Agencies
This article reviews professional Interview Etiquette
Learn to master different Types of Interviews
Links
Tips on how to appear confident at an interview -
http://www.jobsearchengines.co.uk/job-interview/skills.html
Service Providers
Here are a list of service providers to assist you with your job search and employment opportunities.
Public Speaking Australia
Contact:
Phone: 02 9499 3322
Email: publicspeakingaustralia@optusnet.com.au
Website: http://www.publicspeakingaustralia.com.au/
Company Description:
Public Speaking Australia provide comprehensive one day training workshops throughout Australia, New Zealand and Asia catering for the specific needs of Corporate business.
All Public Speaking Australia workshops are conducted in a casual friendly environment with the emphasis on enjoyment and group participation. Fun is the key to the success of our workshops as all group members are encouraged to test their skills as their confidence level increases throughout the day.
Our workshops place particular attention on confidence building and teaching techniques to captivate your audience regardless of the type of presentation or speech you are making. Participants will learn that even apparently dry technical presentations can be presented in a positive and entertaining manner.
Toastmasters
Contact:
Website: http://www.toastmasters.org.au/
Website: http://www.toastmasters.org/
Company Description:
Toastmasters Clubs in Australia are the best place to improve both your communication skills and your leadership skills. Toastmasters will help you overcome any fear of public speaking while learning skills that will allow you to become more successful in whatever path in life you have chosen.
There are over 500 Toastmasters Clubs in Australia. These Clubs are grouped into 3 Districts for administrative purposes.
Each District maintains its own website with
- Information about the Toastmasters program
- Details of Club locations within the District
- Support information for members and officers.