Please follow the below points, when you are going for an interview.
1. Research on the Company
Once you complete research on the company, it will help you when the interviewer asks to say something about the company.
You want to make sure you understand the business and anticipate the kinds of questions the interviewer may ask.
follow below step for good research:
1. Do a Google search on the company.
2. Review the company’s website (like the 'bout Us, Team, and Products sections of the website).
3. Read the company’s blog if it has one.
4. Review press articles were written about the company.
2. Research the People
Who Will Be Interviewing you before your interview, try and get a list of the people you will be meeting with. Then research these individuals, including:
follow below step for good research:
1. Do a Google search for each person.
2. Review their individual LinkedIn pages (noting any connections you may have in common).
3. Review any information about these individuals on the company’s website.
3. Anticipate Questions You Might Be Asked
It’s important to think early on about the questions you may be asked so that you can prepare an articulate and polished response.
These types of general interview questions are often asked, so please prepare for the below points:
1. Can you tell me about yourself?
2. What do you know about our company?
3. Why are thinking about leaving your current job?
4. What interests you about this job?
5. Can you describe your work style?
6. What do you consider to be your greatest strength?
7. What do you consider to be your weaknesses?
7. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
8. What are your salary requirements?
9. Is there anything we didn’t cover that you want to add?
10. Do you have any questions for me?
4. Conduct a Mock Interview
Doing a practice interview with friends or family members (especially if they have experience interviewing employees themselves).
The practice will be helpful and give you more confidence. Ask for feedback on your answers, your body language, and your preparedness.
Have the mock interviewer ask both common questions as well as offbeat ones to see how well you can think on your feet.
6. This is very common but you have to review Your Facebook and Other Social Media Postings
The employers often review Facebook and other social media sites to get information and background on prospective employees.
So please make sure to review your online postings and pictures and delete any information that is embarrassing or could cast you in a negative
light with the prospective employer.
7. Dress Appropriately for the Interview
You want to dress appropriately and professionally for the job interview.
It usually won’t hurt to dress more formally for your interview than you would on the job.
If you have a contact who works for the employer, ask them about the general dress code.
Show up neat and groomed.
8. You should Arrive Early and Prepared for the Interview
Make sure to arrive at the interview on time (you don’t want the first impression of you to be of a person who can’t be on time). Download directions in advance. Anticipate traffic delays, and get there early (but don’t show up on the company’s doorsteps more than 5 to 10 minutes early). Make sure to turn off your cell phone so it doesn’t ring or buzz during the interview.
9. Bring the Necessary Documents
You should bring 5 or 6 copies of documents with you for the interview, in case the need arises. Such documents could include:
1. Copies of your resume
2. A list of references (including each person’s title, company, and contact information such as phone number and email address)
3. Copies of reference letters singing your praises
4. Work samples such as writings, design layouts, etc. (but make sure you aren’t providing confidential information of your existing employer)
4. After your interview, you should let your professional references know that the employer might be contacting them.
Give them a heads up on the company and job position.
10. Check Out Glassdoor.com
You should check out Glassdoor for reviews of the company.
There may be reviews from current and past employees, along with information on salary and the types of questions interviewers ask at the company.
These reviews can be helpful for background and to give you a sense of employee issues.
Best of luck for Interview
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