Confidence tips for job interviews
How can you build your job interview confidence? Prepare in advance, and don’t be afraid to smile and be yourself.
A great CV can get you an interview, but how you come across seals the deal. Feel confident in being your own self. Use your interview time to stand out and show your personal skills and strengths. These tips will help.
Stand Tall, Sit Still
A successful interview isn’t only about what you say. Your body language speaks volumes too. Slumping in your seat, shuffling and folding your arms can lose you valuable points before you’ve even said anything. But practice makes perfect. Run through some interview questions at home – either with a friend or in front of the mirror – and tame those nervous tics before the big day. Then take a deep breath, summon your self belief and wow them with a strong handshake, genuine smile and plenty of eye contact.
Do Your Homework
Never walk into an interview unprepared. Read up on the company you’re dealing with, learning what they do and how they do it. Be able to say why you want to work for THEM, not just any employer, and how your personality and experience would prove a perfect fit. Then show off your knowledge and can-do attitude by asking a few gentle questions about the business (you’re just interested, not doing a news report on them!) at the end of the meeting.
Stay Positive
Even when you’re tackling tough interview questions, never be pulled down by negativity. There’s no need to go into detail about the bad time you had in your last role or the nightmare you had with your ex-boss. Keep your responses upbeat and professional, focusing on your strengths and enthusiasm for the role.
Dress The Part
Some bosses admit that dress sense can be the decider between similar candidates. So unless you’re in the running for a role at a cutting-edge fashion business, play it safe. Decide what you’re going to wear in advance so you don’t have to panic about what to wear on the day. Clean and tidy is always a good choice. Wear the clothes – don’t let the clothes wear you. Still not sure? See more tips on what to wear for an interview.
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