How to get an interview

How to prepare for an interview
Learning a resume by heart is not necessary. Getting ready like this:

Gathering information about the company is a big plus if the applicant has bothered to find out about the employer
We conduct reconnaissance on the ground - in advance we find out how to get to the office so as not to be late for an interview
We ask clarifying questions to the person who invites for an interview - is there a dress code, in what form is the interview conducted, what should I bring with me
We collect facts - everything that speaks in our favor and can defeat the recruiter on the spot
Read more about preparing for an interview here.

What questions are asked at the interview
Here are the basic questions:

Tell a little about yourself
Answer: 10-15 sentences for 1-2 minutes. We talk about what we know, know how and where we learned this. In evidence, we cite figures and facts - indicators of success. No personal information is required. Rehearse at home in advance!

What interested in the proposed position?
We tell that in the job description, I was most interested in what I like to do, what attracts the company.

Why do you think that the proposed position suits you?
We prove with examples from a work biography.

Tell us about your strengths.
We tell, but do not get carried away. If possible, we confirm with facts (percentage increase in sales, overfulfillment of the plan) and recommendations (if any).

Tell us about your weaknesses.
You can laugh it off - I love chocolates. If humor is inappropriate, honestly talk about some kind of flaw, and be sure - how to deal with it.

What did not suit the previous place of work?
No revelations - we are not in the prosecutor’s office. The lack of career prospects, a change in management policy, and a change in job responsibilities are perfectly acceptable. As an option, you saw a vacancy in a dream company, and here you are.

Why should we choose you?
Try to be specific. And focus on the benefits that the company will receive.

In more detail about how to answer the tricky questions of recruiters - here and here.

How to behave in an interview
We sit straight, both legs on the floor, hands on the table. We look into the interlocutor’s eyes, smile. Before starting the conversation, turn off the phone or put it into silent mode. We don’t cross arms and legs, we don’t jerk our nose, we don’t twist the ring. In general, we create the impression of a relaxed and calm interlocutor. At the entrance we greet, introduce ourselves.

How to cope with excitement - read here.

How to communicate at an interview
Politely. With interest. Not only answer, but also ask. After all, this is not an interview, but a conversation. What to ask the employer - told here. The style of conversation depends on the company, on the vacancy. The head of the legal department or the chief accountant - the tone of the conversation is calm, business, jokes aside. But the sales manager, the SMM manager must understand humor.

Sometimes a recruiter who gives the impression of a completely polite and adequate interlocutor can make a sharp remark or let go of an offensive comment. This is done in order to check the applicant for conflict or stress resistance. The main thing here is to remain calm and not to get excited in response. Only the reaction of the applicant is checked, nothing personal.

The non-verbal side of communication is also important. How to impress Eichara behavior - the secrets are here.

What to go for an interview
It also depends on the company and position. Front Office is a business suit. “Back office” - decent casual clothes. Maximum - three colors. Holes, cuts, décolleté, mini, shorts, slates, plastic bags in hands - not at once. Be sure to check if there are any spots, if all the buttons are in place. And - of course - the clothes should be perfectly clean.

More tips on what to wear for an interview are here.

How to end an interview
Properly complete the interview:

Thank you for the interview.
It is not forbidden to praise the interlocutor personally - “I was very pleased to talk with you”
We specify when and how the decision will be reported.