interviews do and donts

Interviews Dos And Donts


Having a interview lined up, be prepared to give your best

Do’s

  • Research:

    It is very essential to research and have an advance idea about the company operations, main product & services, management team etc. The research will assist in understanding the company and what can be possible requirements for the job profile.

  • Wear the right outfit:

    On the day of interview be neatly groomed and dressed.

  • Reach before time:

    Reach the location 10-15 prior as you might be required to conduct certain formalities.

  • Carry your resume and important certificates:

    Carry multiple copies of resume and important certificates as the interviewer might review them during the interview.

  • Be courteous:

    Be courteous and respectful to the people you meet as your behavior can be considered during your recommendations and feedbacks.

  • Do have a friendly expression:

    During the interview, maintain a friendly expression as it will make the interviewer comfortable while interviewing you.

  • Be attentive:

    Be attentive to interviewer questions and understand the question clearly before answering the interviewer. Take few minutes to think and then answer the question accordingly.

  • Be straight and clear:

    It is important to be straight and clear while answering questions as it will give an impression of you being comprehensible and focused in your mind.

  • Be positive:

    for any interview it is significant to be positive as sometimes more than your qualifications your optimistic approach might get you a job.


Dont’s

  • Be late:

    Being late for the interview can give an impression of unseriousness towards work and job.

  • Present weak body language:

    Be conscious of what you’re presenting to the interviewer. Slouchy walking style, relaxed sitting posture, inadequate eye contact, fumbling and being timid while answering questions will present a weak personality to the interviewer.

  • Be Negative:

    During the interview, never express bad feelings about your last job or last boss as it highlights the unprofessionalism within you.

  • Being inquisitive:

    Avoid being inquisitive about your salary package, bonus, vacations or other benefits extended by the company. The discussions about such questions can be inquired during the time of offer.

  • Falsify Things:

    Never lie to interviewer. Answer all the questions with honesty, truthfulness and succinctly.