What to Consider When Preparing for an Interview

What to Consider When Preparing for an Interview Photo Credit â€" Pexels.comYour work has paid off, you have a job interview, but are you prepared?Many people think they can “wing it” at an interview without any preparation, but very few people can pull this off. There are thousands of articles on this topic, but the basic points are generally the same.There are several types of interviews: initial interviews with recruiters, telephone interviews and “in-person” interviews, and final round interviews.evalSome of the basics interview tips. are:1. Be Prepared â€" Research the company before the interview There are many resources you can use to get a better understanding of the company’s products and markets. It is easier to do this with public companies, but you can find out information on almost any company these days.LinkedIn â€" There is an excellent chance that the company has a listing on LinkedIn. Take a look and find out all you can. You will most certainly find current and former employees on LinkedIn who may be lin ked to someone you know Know what you are good at (and not good at) and be prepared to discuss them. Prepare to speak to those strengths and experiences which align with the job description.8. Dress ProperlyGenerally speaking, you can’t go wrong with proper business attire. This may not be the case all of the time (such as Internet startups), so use your judgment based on the industry, position and company.Reasons People Fail in a Job InterviewYou think you’ve done everything right but you are just not getting any job offers. The following list includes some of the most common reasons people fail on an interview:Failure to read background material on interview techniquesNot knowing the answers to common interview questionsNot dressing properlyChewing gum during the interviewArriving late (or arriving too early)Not knowing the details of their own resumeDiscussing compensation requirements without being asked the questionSaying that your are “rushed for time”Displaying a nega tive attitude or generally being negative about your current employeeVague interview answersWearing too much perfume or aftershaveForgetting the name of the interviewerLying about your skills or experienceLying about your educationYawning (get plenty of sleep)Not making eye contact or making too much