If the recruiter has reviewed your resume and invited you for an interview, it means that you have already passed the initial screening process. If they decide to meet with you in person, it means that your education and work experience are quite suitable for the employer.
Go for the interview! Be yourself and avoid the common mistakes that are usually made due to overexcitement.
https://layboard.in/vacancies/jobs-in-qatar suggests you learn from other people’s “rake” so you don’t step on your own.
1. Mistake (Fake indifference or unhealthy bigotry)
Excitement – something quite natural. Especially when it comes to your dream job, which you’ve been waiting for a long time. Many people try to put a price on themselves by pretending that they aren’t really interested in the job. Others come to the interview looking like they’ve done employers a favor.
But don’t pretend at the interview that you don’t care. First, it will probably look stupid and fake. And secondly, it won’t make the employer like you, it will only alienate him. So don’t be afraid to show enthusiasm.
It’s better to honestly admit that you’re excited, that the prospect of becoming an employee of this company inspires you, but don’t go overboard. It’s one thing to say, “This is my dream job,” and quite another to state, “I’ll die if you don’t hire me.”
2. Mistake (Critical Attitude)
Having fresh ideas and a desire to improve the organization you’re applying to is fine. But tactless criticism of the organization itself can reduce your chances of employment to zero.
If you see many shortcomings in the company’s work, it is not worth laying out your considerations head-on. But you don’t have to flatter and distort the truth, either.
Just tell the interview what you can do to improve processes. If you can increase sales by 20%, speak up.
3. Mistake (Excessive modesty)
The interview is not the time to play down your strengths and merits. If you do not talk in detail about your talents, achievements, successes, how will the employer know about them?
Sometimes at a job interview it makes sense to talk even about your skills that are not directly related to the position. For example, knowledge of languages or psychology, creativity, etc.
4. Mistake (Bragging)
The opposite mistake is over-bragging. One thing when you calmly set out their objective merits and achievements: “I did so-and-so project,” “I graduated from this university with an honorary diploma,” “I created the site, which has so-and-so attendance.
And it’s quite another when you start throwing around big words: “cult”, “guru”, “leader”, “pro”. Give instead specific numbers and facts that confirm your success.
5. Mistake (My tongue is my enemy)
Employers may ask difficult or unpleasant questions. Your job is to find the correct answer. For example, if they ask you to name the disadvantages, you should not say that you do not have them, as well as to list your shortcomings such as laziness, short temper, stupidity, etc.
Answering the question about negative qualities, you do not need to name abstract or “good” shortcomings. Your task is to show that you are aware of your shortcomings, know how to deal with them and work with them. Such a presentation can make a positive impression on the employer more than a list of your merits. However, in trying to make an impression, we often try to appear better than we really are. But outright lies often backfire. So don’t lie about knowing everything and knowing how to do everything.
There are also a couple of other remarks about which the recruiter may not take you to work!
6. “I don’t know how long I’ll be working for you.
Employers often try to find out about your plans for the future. For example, where you see yourself in five to ten years. When talking about your dreams and plans, be careful.
It’s a deliberate mistake to say you don’t know what tomorrow will bring, let alone such a long-term perspective, to talk about the personal and very little about the professional, or to talk about entrepreneurship.
Most employers like to know that their employees have a desire to grow and develop. A moderately ambitious answer might be, “I want to learn the ins and outs of this industry and become a professional in it.”
7. You could not convince the recruiter of your motivation. For this reason, even applicants with an excellent track record and impressive work experience are rejected. So what if you have all the necessary skills, if the recruiter does not understand that you are ready to give your best? Why would a company hire someone with even 15 years of experience and connections if they don’t appear to intend to stay with the company long?
When you go for a job interview, think ahead about how you will answer the question, “Why do you want to work for us?” You should show that you are interested in the company’s affairs, that you want to contribute to its success and are focused on a long and fruitful cooperation. Ask the right questions, research the firm’s history and recent projects in advance. If a vacancy is accompanied by a video, be sure to watch it carefully.
We also advise you to prepare a short speech in which you describe your skills, achievements and professional contribution to the development of the company. Give reasons why you deserve the position and a good salary.
8. The rules of etiquette were not followed
If you were 5 minutes late or 25 minutes late, you made the other party wait, showing disrespect and showing that you do not know how to value time. Make it a rule not to be late for an interview under any circumstances, and if you are going to be late, tell them over the phone.
9. Pimped up appearance.
We’ve already written about what clothes and makeup are appropriate for a job interview. Not that recruiters are amicably opposed to freedom of expression in general – not at all. The main thing is to remember whether your appearance is appropriate for the place where you want to get the job.
You should dress appropriately.
The layboard.in wishes that for you the interview was first of all a pleasant conversation about your favorite occupation, not a tough exam. And be sure to end with an offer to sign an offer.