Happy
New Year! Decide now that this New
Year will not be more of the same
old, same old. The year is new. You're new. Opportunities are new—and you're
going to take advantage of all of them. That means brushing up on your
interviewing skills, learning something you didn't know before, and
incorporating what you learn into your new job interview.
After a
good night's sleep, ask yourself the following questions—questions that require
honest answers if you're going to land the job you want and are qualified for.
1.
What
job do I really want?
2. What company do I want to work for?
3. What are my qualifications based on my
training, education, and experience?
4. What skills and traits can I bring to the
company?
5. What do I expect from the company I work
for?
A
Great Interview Depends on You
Hiring
managers today are interested in your professional accomplishments. But even
more so they want to find out what kind of individual you are. Could they count
on you to be dependable, trustworthy, honest, kind, and professional in every
situation? Will you be a leader when called upon, a person with a vision when
asked about the future, and a caring co-worker when a fellow employee is in
trouble? This is a tall order but one worth thinking about because it is these
subtle traits that will come through during the interview.
Give Up Fear in the New Year
Become your own
best friend. Picture yourself in that role day after day. If it feels good and
right, then be ready to share specific details with the interviewer on how you
handled day-to-day operations, fielded customer service requests, or made
important decisions. Weave your stories into the conversation and in response
to questions asked.
Finally, check
your emotions. If you're feeling excited about this opportunity, then you're
ready for the interview. If you're unsure, choose a different position to
respond to. You'll be living in this job for a long time, so you want it to be
a good fit—one that will make you happy and make a difference in those around
you.
Happy New Year
and Happy New Job Interview opportunities—that just might lead to the job of
your dreams.
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