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Keys to Interview Success
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First, you need to plan and do research before pursuing an employer.
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Become an industry specialist. Become knowledgeable about the
employer’s competitors. Learn the buzzwords for that particular
industry or organization. It may sound obvious, but know what
specific position is for hire, title, and job description. Consider the
interview forum itself. Is it going to be informal or formal; is it in
an office or over lunch?
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Strategize from the employer’s point of view. Visualize yourself on
the other side of the desk. Would you be impressed? What type
of physical appearance do you think they’re expecting or looking
for? Is it a conservative employer or business casual atmosphere?
Will they be impressed with your level of education and research
effort?
Three Areas That You Will Be
Evaluated On:
Before you will be considered for a
position, you must convince the person of
your talents in the following 3 ways:
1.
Yourself and your personality
2.
Your abilities and your credentials
3.
Your potential worth to the company
(What do you bring to the table?)
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