Presenting yourself in a way that highlights your professionally eligible skills, experience, and attributes has proven to be essential and if this is not properly put in place then it will lead to a total flop or the regular Nigerian sayings - ”Work no dey for Naija or Dem don give the work to their own person.” - 😆 - Sounds funny right? But it's the bitter truth and most job seekers have refused to come to this reality.
So in this article, I will be walking you through the 7simple tips to make your interviewer feel excited about making an offer. Here's how to get started.
RESEARCH IS KEY
It's paramount you make thorough research on the company and the role you've applied for so as to enhance a better understanding of the level of responsibilities and tasks that are involved. Study to show yourself approved-[extract from the Holy book]. Even God wants you to be excellent so you are not been ridiculed. ”Research”
BE THE SOLUTION
No right-thinking company wants to have problematic staff because they are there for serious business, make money, and pay you your salary. So how will they achieve all of these if they have dummies who can't profer intelligent solutions to their problem? 🤷♀🤷♀🤷♀
Most companies are set to open up new roles to address problems they wish to solve – so if you can exhibit that you are the person to solve that problem, then you have a good chance of success. Sell your own abilities to address certain problems that may possibly be mentioned during the interview. Be smart enough to tell your interviewer how you’ve solved similar issues in the past, and how you intend to solve their problem whilst working with them. ”The world at large needs problem solvers. - ”BE ONE”
BE CONFIDENT
Feeling unsure about yourself or fidgeting during the interview will definitely show. This is the more reason you must do everything within your power to outwardly project confidence when you meet with your interviewer. Be conscious of what you say in response to questions and how you say it, as well as your overall appearance and how you carry yourself, is also significant. Maintain eye contact and be bold about it. This act sends a good signal to your interviewer. ”Confidence is the sexiest thing a being can wear”
BE ATTENTIVE
Most interviews can be done in a panel setting, via Skype, etc, which requires that you display an attentive appearance throughout the interview session and ensure to establish eye contact with every member of the interviewing panel from abinitio. Ensure your posture and facial expressions are positive. So paying close attention to the sayings of your interviewer is very crucial, in that same veil practice your handshake. ”You dig right?”
CREATE CAMARADERIE
This one is for all the latecomers and the ones that have a phobia for relating with people. - So if you are attending the selection kind of interview, it's a good idea to arrive on time and make an effort to connect with fellow interviewees. This will help you to be more relaxed. ”You look smart when you walk into the interview room relaxed”
BE ORIGINAL
Now, when you walk in through that door, sit like you have gotten the job already[like a colleague to the interviewer], loosen up as much as you can, flash those pearly whites[I mean ”SMILE”], this enables your interviewer to see the ”original you” and get an understanding of how you will fit into the team. ”Be You”
ASK QUESTIONS
Asking intelligent questions shows you have done your homework well[researched the company in advance]. You can ask your interviewer about the company's products, services or plans for the future. You must be diplomatic in sharing something positive about your experience with the company as a buyer if you can. Presenting some ideas for a new product or service can possibly make them address and remember you as a professional that stands out from the crowd. ”Be conscious to distinguish yourself from the competition”
Properly apply these tips, evaluate the position you are applying for and your qualifications as you start the process. Trust me, you will realize that preparing ahead helps you to relax as you commence your interview.
Kindly share your thoughts in the comments and let me know which of the tips you will be kicking off with.
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ReplyDeleteThank you dear, you are one of a kind.
Respect🤝