Guide on How to Win a Job Interview

After preparing your resumes and sending out you applications to your prospect employer, a job interview comes next. It is a process in wherein you as a potential employee will be evaluated by an employer for prospective employment. A set of questions will be asked to you by the employer to assess your skills and knowledge. But how ready are you for this job interview?

It is best that you are well prepared before going to an interview. Going to an interview ready can give you an edge over the competition, and a bit of confidence and peace of mind. Here are some things that you need to do before going to an interview:

1. Research about the company. Knowing the products and services offered by the company can be an advantage to you in a sense you’re giving an impression to your interviewer that you are really interested with the company and you already have an idea how you can contribute for the growth of the company.
2. Plan you schedule. Arriving late at your scheduled interview is not a good idea. As much as possible know the exact location of the office where you will be interviewed and plan your route so that you will arrive 15 minutes before the schedule. Less hassle and less pressure for you.
3. Dress appropriately. Dress a notch above your day-to-day work attire. It is advice that men and women should wear their business attire.
4. Rehearse and Prepare. Prepare a list of questions that you think the interviewer will ask you and prepare and answer for it.

Here are some tough interview questions from SIXWISE.COM Expert Career Advice:

• Tell me about yourself.
It may sound easy but you might end up bubble for nothing. Stick to your academic background, your professional highlights and future career goals (including your desire to work at said company) -- and keep it short.
• Why do you want to work here?
This question has a definite hidden agenda (as do many interview questions): did you do your homework about the company? Highlight some reasons why the company is poised in a good position in the industry and offers you a unique opportunity that others do not. You can also explain that part of the reason you want to work there is because your qualifications so perfectly match their needs (and expand on how).
• What are your weaknesses?
Be honest and explain vulnerabilities but be sure that you know how to counter it. You already have ways to overcome it.
• Do you have any questions for me?
Saying “NO” to this question shows that you lack interest and curiosity about the company. You can prepare a list of questions relating to benefits, work schedules, responsibilities and policies.