Are You Planning To Attend an Interview?

By Soumya S

Jobs Vacancy, Job vacancies, Employment Jobs

This article will help you to prepare and perform the best for an interview. Most of the people fail in the interview because of lack of planning and experience. There are certain things to be noted before attending the interview.

Understand the requirement of the company and go for the interview only if you satisfy all the eligibility criteria.

• You need to have a genuine interest in the opening; it should not be by the persuasion of your parents or friends. Then only you can sustain in that organization.
• Gather all the possible information about the company before you are attending the interview. Take a note on the founder, present chairman, turn over etc
• Be punctual for the interview, in fact early! Reach at least 15 minute before the scheduled time.
• Prepare a perfect resume for you. It should highlight your skills and achievements. Keep 2 or more copies of your resume in the professional format with you.
• Arrange your certificates and mark sheets in a file and also keep the xerox copies of them. Surrender your original certificate only after getting the offer letter.
• The dress code for attending an interview is very important. Dress neatly and professionally. Your manners in the interview hall should also be taken care of. You can practice it beforehand.
• Prepare for the common questions about your self, your educational background, your family etc. They may also ask why you chose this company, what is your strength/weakness? What is your ultimate aim?
• You attitude is very important, be smart and enthusiastic. Be confident in your views and don't argue with them is you don't agree with their ideas.