Interviewee Skills Training
Going to an interview can be terrifying. On the other hand, you could go to an interview fill with excitement and positivity, confident that you’ll be offered the job.
There are many aspects to ensuring you have a great Interview, whether it’s face-to-face or online.
Face-to-Face Interview
There are three main aspects to giving a great first impression, as well as a number of others. These are crucial, because an interviewer will form an opinion of you within seven seconds. This makes it vital to build a rapport with the interviewer.
Your Body Language
This is KEY, since the interviewer will interpret your frame of mind, your confidence and your ability to perform the role. Our body language is a significant indicator to all of these.
Vocal Variety
This is ESSENTIAL, as it will show how enthusiastic and how passionate you are — and would be in the role.
Eye Contact
Most people find it challenging to make eye contact effectively, particularly if they’re not aware of what it is.
Most people don’t realise how much power eye contact has to create connectivity with the other person.
Connectivity builds closeness, which leads to a more effective relationship.
There are other aspects to doing a great interview, including:
- Voice Clarity
- Inflection
- Speaking Rate
- Pronunciation
- Avoidance of crutch words and “garbage”
- Asking the interviewers questions
You must:
PREPARE, PREPARE, PREPARE
“I am the solution to Your Challenges.”
“I will show you How”
Online Interview :
If you’re given the opportunity and if it’s practical, it’s best to opt for a face-to-face interview. Why? Because the interviewer will get a better idea of you and your capabilities. Sometimes, however, you might need to do an online interview.
Online interviews are ideal for certain jobs. If you’re doing an online interview, make sure of the following:
- Your voice must be clear
- Ask the interviewer questions.
- Inflection — effective use of inflection will make what you’re saying more interesting to the interviewer.
- Minimise distractions from your body language and background intrusions.
- Avoid using crutch words and “garbage”. They’re likely to become irritating for the listener.
- Be careful to watch your speaking rate.
- Test your laptop or iPad beforehand, and make sure you’ve a good internet connection. You don’t want the interviewer having to wait for you to connect. Remember that first impressions last.
- Watch your pronunciation — a lot of interviewees don’t pronounce words clearly and fully. Avoid clipping the ends of words and sentences.
You must:
PREPARE, PREPARE, PREPARE
“I am the solution to Your Challenges.”
“I will show you How”