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- 2. Developing Body Languagefor the interview Start much before the interview Everyday opportunity It is not a one day process Make it an integral part of your life
- 3. After getting callfor the interview Confident frame of mind Be calm and collected Do not get nervous or over confident Nervousness is natural and positive Nervousness is required to generate hormones like adrenaline which helps to work with extra power and extra confidence. Learn to control the fear which ensures huge success for you Thoroughness gives confidence
- 4. After getting callfor the interview Keep away from negative people, negative thinkers Spend time with well wisher before night for motivation and encouragement. Give a mooc interview Believe in yourself Killer instinct
- 5. Purpose of theInterview Employers are assessing: Your personality Your communication skills Your attitude Your appearance Whether you will fit in the organization Your Strengths and weaknesses Verify your resume
- 6. Employers are lookingfor Strong work ethic (professionalism, commitment, keenness, sincerity, integrity) Self confidence Strong communication skills Motivation Evidence of leadership skills Organizational skills
- 7. Employers are lookingfor Adaptability and flexibility Ability to work in teams Interpersonal (relates well to others) Time management skills Stress management skills Friendliness and accessibility Conflict resolution skills
- 8. First impression Goodimpression More Logical First impression is the last impression Interviewers immediately found their conclusion by looking at you by the way you present in the first two minutes also. Result on the interview depends on the first five minutes
- 9. Five major aspects Punctuality Dress Handshake Body Language like posture gesture etc. Enthusiasm
- 10. Punctuality (a) Should bethere before time to avoid any delay (Outstation, one day before) (b) Arrive half an hour before (c) Familiar with the place (d) Late arrival for a job interview is never excusable (Whatever will be the reason) Before you arrive : Stop by restroom and make sure that your hair is combed, face is fresh etc. (keep some extra time)
- 11. Punctuality When youarrive to the interview hall: (a) If you asked to wait inside or outside so whomever you see first you smile and say Good morning or Good afternoon. This greeting should come very spontaneous (b) Take a seat politely don’t drag it ( c) look at a magazine if available or take quick look of the notes (d) Do not read a newspaper because you have to maintain any eye contact, does not look an intellectual look (e) If offered something to eat or drink politely decline (f) Do not stare at people and be gentle
- 12. Punctuality (g) Donot wait idly introduce yourself to other candidates to get a chance to size up your competitors and use the feedback for your own betterment (h) Throughout be aware of your body language not only in interview chamber but also outside it because Psychologist may be sitting and watching you and his opinion is taken before hiring you on good position.
- 13. Dress for interviewsuccess Your appearance will speak volumes before you ever utter a word (a) Gives a feeling the you are well groomed, well prepared and that you pay attention to details Be well dressed: You will get a feeling that you are comfortable and confident about yourself Nice looking and smiling Stay conservative and traditional: try to avoid gaudy, glaring and off the track things. Go with Formals: for males - trouser and shirt with a tie with a coat and for women – Saree or suit They want to see that you are able to follow the norm or the decorum
- 14. Dress for interviewsuccess: Do’s Dress for the position you want and not the position you have. Do’s: (a) Business like outfits (the types that reflects your personality, character and values) (b) Clean iron clothing (c ) Matching clothes – simple (d) Clean, polished, conservative shoes ( e) Clean, tidy well-groomed hair style`
- 15. Dress for interviewsuccess: Do’s (f) Fresh haircut a couple of days or week before the interview (g) clean trimmed finger nails (h) Clean teeth (i) Appropriate accessories: makeup should be simple and not distracting, minimal perfume.
- 16. Dress code forinterviews: The Dont’s Runners, Jeans, T-shirts Distracting jewellery Strong perfume Strong aftershave Smells of alcohol, garlic, cigarettes Chew gum Punky, weird hairstyle Avoid nail polish, especially of different colours Rings of different types and colours
- 17. Dress code forinterviews: The Dont’s Avoid non-verbal blockers (a) wearing sun glasses (b) wearing a cap (with funky captions and colours) (c) Wearing complete black or dark dress (d) Wearing a new uncomfortable dress (e) Using shopping bags to carry files (f) having a close haircut on the interview day
- 18. Keys to success Before you walk in that door; clear your mind Stop all the negative chatter Turn off your cellphone or leave it outside with someone There is nothing at that time more important than that interview Let them know, before you even say your first word that you are the right choice Radiate Confidence and enthusiasm Smile Make them feel that this is very probable candidate
- 19. Body Language: Presenting Yourself Establish a good personal contact (a) Friendly and at the same time (b) professional Be aware of the body language Shake hands and don’t be afraid of being “only” a student Don’t become very nervous Don’t forget to ask permission to sit down
- 20. Handshake A firmhandshake is appropriate and projects confidence Make eye contact when you shake If you have difficulty in maintaining eye contact, try this simple technique: Concentrate on noticing and remembering the colour of the person’s eyes as you shake hands or Other technique is slightly go up and look at the forehead in case you cannot maintain an eye contact Neither the dead fish nor the knuckle grinder: Should not be these two extremes But a firm handshake that indicates that you are a professional and a thorough gentleman
- 21. Gestures Gestures shouldbe very limited during the interview Avoid the defensive gestures like putting the file here, putting the handbag in the middle or playing with a pen so these are all indicating nervousness and defensiveness When you do use gestures, make sure they are natural and meaningful example Praying position, Namaste
- 22. Success in thefirst 30 seconds Maintain eye contact Occasionally nod your head in a agreement like if they ask your name etc instead of saying yes sir Smile and show animation Lean forward the speaker Speak at a moderate rate Use an assuring tone
- 23. How to makea good first impression in an interview Research the company to find out its values Clothing often speaks louder than words if you do not dress up for the interview you send a message that you are not interested in the job Find out what type of dress code is enforced and dress appropriately Companies report that they base 90% of their decisions on whether an interviewee is right for the job based on appearance alone Many employers decide with in the first 30 seconds if an applicant will fit into their company based on looks
- 24. Enthusiasm and Eyecontact Show your enthusiasm by making eye contact and keeping an interested expression If embarrassed to maintain direct eye contact, focus on the nose and forehead but try to maintain it.
- 25. Posture Posture sendsout a signal of your confidence and power potential As per as the interview is concerned you should • stand tall, • walk tall and • sit tall To show that you are confident all the time Your posture should show them that you are fully exhibiting your potential
- 26. Pre-interview quick checklist Appropriate dressing Maintenance of good posture (from waking to sitting) Smile radiating confidence Firm handshake Cool and calm behavior (should not get angry, irritated or respond violently even if provoked) Maintaining eye contact Using a loud enough voice(not shouting), and speaking clearly Knowing when to stop Leaving a pleasant feeling at the end, end with the same enthusiasm with which you have started
- 27. During the interview Take permission to enter Greet everyone in the room Take permission to sit, pull the chair gently Don’t lean back; slightly bend forward (Indicates that you are interested) Make eye-contact (from the beginning till the end) Give a firm handshake Be polite – Smile Be self confident throughout Mirror their good and polite body language (indicates you like the person)
- 28. During the interview:Don’ts Don’t chew gum Don’t smoke Don’t make distractions like playing with pen, watch, keys, unbuttoning, rebuttoning Don’t slough (hopelessness, sadness) Don’t ramble and talk to the point and don’t distract Don’t wear too much perfume Don’t use file/bag for defence Don’t take coffee/drink even if offered freely
- 29. The close: Beforeyou leave Make eye contact, smile, thank you. Firm handshake or Namaste Leave confidently; don’t fumble or let things fall from your hands! Don’t kick the chair again pull it gently to make way for you Leave with same enthusiasm with which you started (even if the interview did not go well) but sill noticing and will try to feel you out that you are not a successful candidate but they also want to see how you take failure in terms of body language
- 30. Conclusion When you goto an interview with the right frame of mind and with the right body language, you will get the right job at the right time!
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