Everyone knows that the first step to ensure the job is very interesting and convincing resume that grabs the attention of the prospective employer. But most people do not realize how important it is to put your best foot forward as it is the next step, a job interview, or you blow your chances and walk away empty-handed.
Problem: Do you have education, experience and references, all presented in a well-put together a resume that gets the job interview. But you never get a job.
a harsh truth: Most of the recruiters and potential employers know the first five minutes of the interview that you're right for the job. Even before they spoke a word, you are judged by what you izgledati.Um and "gut feeling" works so fast that within a few minutes of decisions already made.
Solution: First impressions can be obtained at the door, but you want to stay. You will have the advantage of knowing what recruiters and potential employers are looking for and how they think.
job interview secrets no one tells
As the founder of successful global headhunting company serving Fortune 500 companies for more than twelve years, and author of books: Second Life, God gives a second chance, and the secrets of Executive Search professionals, as well as good self help book "How to get a job "I am the coach of thousands of people who have gotten jobs they wanted. Some of the secrets that I shared with them:
how to walk, talk, dress, and look for a job interview
recruiters and potential employers often prefer to hire people like themselves and, of course, they want employees who will be a good representative for your company.
When you go for a job interview, it is better to dress the part, so that wearing inappropriate clothing will not be a reason for them to reject you.
In my younger days I even messed this up there saying the wrong things and dress in such a bad way now that I'm surprised that I did something like that. When I was nine p.m., I went to the office of a leading American consulting firm to apply for part-time wear off-white linen suit and pink shirt. It was in the late eighties and the suit was a great going-out-of-social habit at the time, but it was a disaster for the corporate world. I lost my job before I even got to say a word.
- How do you know what to wear
There are some universal rules that apply no matter what environment you work in. Firstly, always dress like you're worth what they are going to pay. When I meet a candidate who dresses as a slacker, my first impression is that he / she is not worth the money to be paid. And if someone does not have enough respect for himself / herself to dress appropriately, he / she will be an advantage in any business.
Look at the environment in which you are applying for work and dress accordingly. If you are not scouting. Park or stand near the building where the company is located and see what kind of clothes employees entering or leaving the building wearing. Or call the company's main number and ask the person who answers the phone as dress code or preferred clothing for those who work there. Always dress more than the dress, but do not go so far as to have a total mismatch. Use common sense. When applying for a corporate job, do not come in jeans. When applying for a job in a grocery store, do not wear dark blue suit and tie. Always dress your part. And no matter what, you need to look sharp neat and clean.
Remember, for your first interview and all other discussions that follow-always go in looking like you're ready to do the job you're applying for, and will fit right on the company. In this way you will never be judged or disqualified for the way they dress.
-. View your clothes at home
After studying your potential new working environment and deciding what to wear, put on your suit and look at the full-length mirror. Start with your shoes. Do they look worn and dirty? For men: Do your socks match shoes and pants? Are the pants clean, pressed and in good condition? How about a belt, shirt, jacket and tie, if appropriate? For women: Have shoes, dress or outfit look like a coordinated outfit? Are your clothes clean, pressed and in good condition? For men and women: Are you well put together? Do you wear what you represent?
Bottom line, your suit should all match and be the best possible quality. I understand when times are tough and money is tight you May feel overwhelmed when looking in your closet, thinking that nothing was good enough, enough new or appropriate style or quality of work that you want to get. If possible, invest in yourself, go out and buy an "interview suit." When it is not possible to borrow clothes from friends. The thing is, it could be your chance to change their economic circumstances, as well as create a better work / career future, so give your all.
is also very important that you are always well groomed. Trends come and go, such as flaps, goats beard or long hair on men, but one thing that never fades or changes in the professional world looks clean cut, well groomed and professional. In the highly competitive labor market do not give potential employers any reason to kill your options for getting a job just because you can not bear to part with their tail or goat's beard (if you type), claiming a declaration of authenticity. When you are a player in the labor market must follow the rules to win.
- Handling and eyes
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limp handshake shows no backbone. If a candidate takes the job too hard, it feels uncomfortable for other people, and it may appear that he / she is trying to prove something. Perfect handling, which is warm and linking, firm but not too difficult. And attractive, but not sloppy
When it comes to eye contact, look your interviewer straight in the eye during the meeting, unless, of course, they show something, such as a report or spreadsheet, and then give it your full attention. Do not scan the room and look toward the window or down the hallway. People with wandering eyes, it seems that all is not so today, which means "not really interested and focused." People who do not maintain eye contact also come across as insecure, which is an obligation in the work world, and not a means.
-. Always keep the structure in a conversation
When communicating with a potential employer, unless they are well prepared, always have a mental structure in your mind as to how the meeting and it will go. That way you can ensure everything is important for you to get covered. Also, make sure you get to the point quickly. If you do not have anything to say, do not just talk. This is annoying. In addition, people who do not convey facts or answer questions directly come across as something to hide. On several occasions I have presented strongly qualified and experienced candidates for the client / company, but for some reason could not get to the point. After a whole hour of social converse, not many facts are brought, and the clients did not feel they have learned something about the person. In essence, job candidates are speaking of great opportunities.
During the interview for a job interview, always having in mind the structure and ensure that everything gets covered over a given time. Your chances of nailing a job will increase dramatically.
- Be confident, but be humble
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Several companies want to hire a person who comes across as insecure. But they also are not interested in the other extreme, a person who is self-conscious. Nobody likes a person who is full of himself / herself. Audacity does not come across as confident, but as the uncertainty of demanding attention. No company wants or needs of employees with this attitude. However, the quality of any company looking to hire someone is a person who is poised, confident and humble at the same time.
-. Humor is important
in any enterprise environment that I know, humor is key. People with a sense of self-irony is always nice because they do not take themselves too ozbiljno.Posao environment, without smiles and laughter is a horrible place to work. It feels a little better than a good laugh. So, the job candidate with a sense of humor are much more likeable than dry person who has a hard time nasmijana.Priče the working environment for people to remember and tell others often funny things that dogodila.Isto true when he meets a conversation with a well-qualified candidates self-irony and humor. Such a person is easy to remember.
Being able to put a smile on the face of the person interviewing you is the ice breaker, which gives you an advantage. No, do not push too much, giving the impression that you do not take yourself or your work seriously, again, it's all about balance. Nobody wants to work with disrespectful clown. And a sense of humor can never be at someone else's expense.
job candidates with a smile, which have the ability to connect with others, always take precedence. And, of course, when everything else is in place they are far ahead of the game.
-. Physical holding the meeting
When a job candidate enters the room to talk with bad posture and looking uncomfortable, they make an impression is just as negative as inappropriately dressed and unprepared. I even saw a high-profile candidates leaning back in his chair as if they were at home in their living rooms.
It is important when you are in a job interview to sit up straight and act as professionally as you can. And it is always more engaging if you lean slightly forward toward the interviewer as it shows more interest than almost falling off the chair back when being too relaxed.
-. As follow-up interview after the
After some time taken out of their busy schedule to meet with you regarding potential business opportunity, it is common courtesy and always send them a thank you letter or e-mail. This letter or e-mail is very important. It gives you the opportunity to do many things, especially when you are left with the impression that a second interview or job offer can be reached:
* politely thank them for their time and opportunity to meet with them
* Again, state your strong interest in the job
* Express who got a great impression of your company
* Tell them to look forward to the next step in the process
* Tell them that if they needed more information from you, please know that
Even if it was clear at the end of his interview that the job you were interviewing for is not a good choice, thank you letter is still necessary to leave the best impression. Include in this letter: thank them for their time and tell them what a great impression you got from your company. They also say something like: "If there are any future opportunities that come up that might be a better fit for my skills, please keep me in mind." After all, there is always a chance that might happen. And even if it does happen, you may directly or indirectly, to run into that person again in the future. Always leave a good impression.
when a friend, acquaintance, someone in your network, or recruiter gave you a job lead or set up an interview, it is important to thank them too. I thank them for the opportunity and tell them you are excited about it. If a job offer comes through, do not forget your touch I know another thank you. And if the recruiter agreed contact with the company that resulted in a fantastic job, send a gift to the recruiter. Always remember: When someone applies for a job or hired, they put their name and reputation on the line. This is something very rewarding about it. Follow-up, and after the interview and when you are hired as a critical way to show gratitude.
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