{{There is no need to over emphasise how critical a job is in any person\u2019s life. Some people\u2019s lives depend on it. <\/p>\n
But getting a job is not an easy task because of high competition and limited number of institutions or companies recruiting.}}<\/p>\n
As a result many people today go through suffering because they did not get the job they wanted. <\/p>\n
They believe the job could have fixed some of the problems around them, like the lack of food, decent shelter and clothes. <\/p>\n
For some people, happiness depends on whether or not they get their dream job. This is so because some jobs give some people a sense of belonging and satisfaction. They need the job to get respect in their society. <\/p>\n
Yet many people struggle to get or keep their jobs simply because they are carefree. <\/p>\n
They fail what you, naturally, must pass to get the job that you need: The Interview! <\/p>\n
I ask myself: Why do people fail interviews when there is so much to learn from past experiences or the experiences of others? In looking for answers, I was shocked to discover that there are too many people who do not know the basics of interview skills.<\/p>\n
For their benefit, I list some of the basics below:
\nKnow your potential employer: It is important to find out as much information as possible about the company. Don\u2019t go into an interview empty-headed.<\/p>\n
Your appearance is key: Make sure you look good; dress professionally. Even if the company has casual dress code, flip-flops, jeans, and T-shirts are never appropriate attire for a job interview.<\/p>\n
Be prepared: Be prepared to answer questions with specific examples of your strength and your accomplishment. Answer the question that you have been asked and don\u2019t show you know much.<\/p>\n
{{Negativity}}: Avoid being a pessimist. Keep your comments and your attitude positive; negativity about your former or current company is an interview killer.<\/p>\n
{{Avoid lying}}: Don\u2019t be a desperate liar in an interview. It will bite you on the ankle at some point. Be proud of your achievements, talk them up, and don\u2019t make them up.<\/p>\n
{{Failing to listen}}: Without listening carefully to the interviewer, you\u2019re shooting at target while blind folded.<\/p>\n
{{Time is crucial}}: Make sure to arrive a few minutes before your interview time but not too early. It is better to arrive 15 minutes before your interview is scheduled.<\/p>\n
Relax, while we know interviewing can be a stressful situation, all of our interviewers are excited to talk with you and learn more about your past experience and interest.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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