The Interview Cheat Sheet
Ready to take the job market by storm? Get the inside scoop on acing your interview with our 5 expert tips.
Job interviews can be scary especially if you are sitting for one for the first time. But here’s where we come in to help you slay your interview in a snap. Check out these 5 tips that will help you crack your interviews like a pro!
- Don’t skim but swim through the job description, thoroughly.
Are you one of those who skim through the job description once you’ve read the job title? Not reading job descriptions properly can lead to missed opportunities, wasted time, and a poor impression on potential employers. It’s important to take the time to carefully review the job description and ensure that you’re a good fit for the role before applying. This helps you understand the job and gauge what strengths need to be highlighted during the interview and what needs to be cut out.
- Get your company background checks right✅
Doing this homework properly not only will help you answer many questions confidently but also help you understand their work culture, values, and policies. You could gather your insights by checking their “about us” on their website or their social media channels. You could also check their company reviews and salary insights on various employer review sites.
- Slay by organizing it in a good way!
Have a job interview to slay? Organizing your docs is the way! Make sure, you carry a few hard copies and a soft copy of your resume, educational certificates, and portfolio. Also, do not forget to keep a few blank papers and a pen for the same, you never know when you might need them.
- Talk passionately about the job role and the company.
This point is the make or break of an interview. If you are able to convince the recruiter about this, consider half the battle won. The preparation for this requires not much but brainstorming a few questions like, why this job role/company and how would you fit in and deliver your best.
- Conclude the interview on a positive note.
No matter how well or poorly your interview goes, remember to thank the interviewer for their time. If you’ve grasped how to crack an interview, you also need to understand the art of finishing the interview, which will help you leave a favorable impression in your interviewer’s mind.
