TIPS FOR IN-PERSON INTERVIEWS Interviews can be an intimidating experience, creating a sense of anxiety. In these cases, the important thing is to properly prepare yourself. We present the following set of information that may assist you in the interview process. Before the Interview Research everything related to the company, as well as to the role to which you are applying Learn everything that is relevant to the organization and the products / services it offers, as well as the sector of activity in which it operates, which includes who are their main customers and competitors. All of this information will help you to position yourself during the interview, showing a thorough understanding. The fact that you show that you are informed demonstrates that you are a committed and capable professional, which contributes to the enhancement of your image. Pay attention to your presentation Ensure you have the kind of presence that encourages your application, even if the environment is relaxed, make sure that you reveal what you want them to see. Master your CV Frequently the interview is based on the CV presented and what it highlights. In this way, it is important to be familiar with all relevant information, which includes the reasons or causes of situations, for example gaps in your career, which must be explained and analyzed. If you are unable to deal with all of the information within your CV, you will give a bad impression. Familiarize yourself with the questions most frequently asked in the interview seat There are some questions that frequently arise in the interview process. Practice them and explore them in terms of becoming familiar with them, bringing out their capital gains and planning what to say and what examples to provide as support.
Be Punctual It is very important to get to the interview location at least five to ten minutes in advance. If you have a delay, make sure that you notify the company by telephone as soon as possible. If you arrive after the scheduled time, it will create a bad image and can even influence the course of the interview. During the Interview "Eye to Eye" This mechanism ensures that you transmit a confident posture and professionalism. Transmit enthusiasm Be enthusiastic in the explanation of what may be your added value and what contribution you can make, from the standpoint of experience and skills for the proper performance of the function. Do not expect others to excite you if the feeling is not from you. Maintain a high level of active listening The pressure of the interview can hinder the correct understanding of certain issues and, if you are ever in doubt, always try to refocus and reframe the issues and / or the respective answers. Do not be afraid to request clarification throughout the process. Prepare your questions Often in the final stage of the interview, the word will be given to you about any questions you may have. You should take advantage of this phase to demonstrate to them that you did your homework and you know the company. Moreover, it is also the opportunity to learn more about the company and the role, and to assure you that this is the right challenge. A good example of how to advance the conversation at this point is to ask your interviewer whether he (she) considers you to be a good choice for the position concerned. This gives you the opportunity to have feedback, to understand the phase of your application and to respond to any doubts that may remain as to your suitability.