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You can never predict every question that you
will encounter, so approach the interview with an inventory of important
points. Make a list of the points about yourself that you want the interviewer
to know. For example, if you were to apply for a job as a Sales Representative,
you might want to list the products you have sold before, types of customers (by
industry, age, etc.), languages spoken, personal experience in that industry and
related knowledge (perhaps from your academic program).
Consider each question an opportunity to provide some of this
information. Don't assume anything. You will be evaluated on your answers,
not your resume. Therefore, ensure you incorporate the relevant information
from your resume in your answers.
Pause a couple of seconds
before you respond to each question, even if you know exactly what you want to
say. Take this time to quickly plan your answer, this helps to avoid
misunderstandings and produces much more concise answers.
If
you don't understand a question, ask for clarification. This is expected and is
preferable to providing an unsuitable answer. If you need time to collect your
thoughts - take it. When people are nervous they tend either to "draw a blank"
or to babble. It is better to think for a few moments and make sure that your
answer is doing you justice and that there is a point to what you are
saying.
Always expand. Never answer a question with a
"yes" or "no." The interview is an opportunity
for you to sell yourself. Don't be afraid to 'blow your own horn.' As long as
you can back up what you are saying with examples which demonstrate that what
you are saying is true, you are not bragging. Third party observations can also
be mentioned. For example, "My last employer told me that I was promoted
because of how I handled conflicts with clients." Be very
positive. Don't complain about anything - from your former employer to the
weather - and don't apologize for experience that you don't have. Just sell what
you do have and let the employer decide if you have what he/she is
looking for. Also, avoid negative words. For example, you would not say "I
have a little experience...," you would say "I have
experience......"
Don't be afraid to repeat important points. In
fact, it is a good idea to do this.
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