tips to get ready for job interview

Tips to get ready for Job Interview

A job interview to determine whether an applicant is suitable for a position of employment.
31. Don t be late for the interview
Plan your time to arrive early and compose yourself before the interview.
32. Don t Panic
An employer will not be trying to trip you up during the interview.
33. Don t lie about your skills and experience
It is important to be truthful and positive about your skills, abilities and experience but do not make things up. Show the interviewer who you really are.
34. Don t post too much on Facebook and other social networking sites
Employers now use social networking sites to gather information on prospective employees. Be careful what you post.
35. Don t be discouraged if you do not get the job
Remember that there are probably many applicants and only one will get the job. Try to get feedback about why you did not get the position. Learn from the experience and aim to be better at the next interview.
36. Know your CV & application form
Make sure you know what you have written on your CV, an interviewer will ask you why you have put a particular answer and you must have a reason ready.
37. Body language
Watch this video by Lifetracks on body language for some useful advice about the impact of what you don't say during an interview. Your body language does make an impression, whether you realise it, or not.
38. Be prepared for a handshake
Most employers will want to shake your hand when you come for an interview so dont be frightened to shake it back. If youre not confident then why not have a practice with family or friends!
39. Selling yourself
Sell your self to an employer by showing you are enthusiastic and you want to work for their company. If you are honest to the employer in an interview they can see the benefits of taking you on. it also shows that you have ambition and good communication skills.
40. Language
The way you speak and the language that you use makes up a big part of the interview, if you use slang and or swear, it's unlikely that you will get the job. Be polite and respectful to give yourself a better chance.