Judgement Day

You read our section on Resume Writing and Cover Letter, so now, write yours accordingly, and add your ingenuity and Presto! You are short-listed and called for an interview. Now comes the day of deliverance and you need to put up your best performance to clinch the deal. Don't worry, we are not far behind to help you navigate successfully through this. So read on...

PREPARING FOR THE INTERVIEW...
An 'interview' is defined by Webster's Dictionary as "a formal meeting or conversation with a person, held in order to assess his or her merits as a candidate etc., or to obtain comments and information." This usual procedure comprises of a series of questions.
The interview is when employers will get to know your personality, interests, goals, and objectives. You will no longer be confined to a limited space on a piece of paper. You have the chance to present yourself in person. You have an opportunity to interact with your potential employer, interact with them giving specific examples and references, explaining how these experiences make you the perfect candidate for the position. It is the perfect time to demonstrate your interest in the position and your knowledge about the company and the industry. This is also the time for the employer to find out who you are, so be yourself.

What Employers Are Looking For?
Always be prepared about an Interview. You should have basic knowledge about the company's products and operations. You should prepare yourself by anticipating the potential questions you might be asked. If you go prepared, you have a much better chance. Otherwise, the Interview might turn out to be stressful to your chagrin

Employers seek: -

• Candidates who have a definite idea of their goals, objectives, strengths, and skills.
• Candidates who have knowledge about the position they are being interviewed for, the company and its products, and the industry overall.
• Candidates whose skills and experiences are in alignment with the needs of the company.
• Candidates who believe in their ability and are confident to contribute to the company.
• Candidates who do not hide the issues, who discuss past experiences and provide specific examples that demonstrate their skills and achievements.