Introduction

Job interviews are the moment when candidates and future employers meet. The aim of the interview is for the employer to check that the candidate’s skills match the requirements of the position to be filled. During the interview, the candidate presents his or her career path, emphasizing skills and professional experience relevant to the position to be filled. This interview is conducted by the employer or by a recruitment agent (firm or consultant). Depending on the profile and the position, the interview can be conducted in a number of different ways: directive, semi-directive, etc. A few tips will help you make the most of it.

How to prepare for a job interview

Here are some useful tips to help you prepare for an interview, be efficient and leave a good impression:

-Ask for confirmation of your interview appointment,

-find out about the company (workforce, sales figures, etc.),

-know the questions frequently asked in job interviews,

-display the interview date prominently in your diary, on your computer screen, etc.

-Prepare your journey by choosing the right means of transport and route in advance,

-take care of your presentation (hairstyle, etc.) and choose the right attire in advance.

Some frequently asked job interview questions

A poor job interview can jeopardize your application. To stack the odds in your favor, it’s essential to familiarize yourself with the most common questions you may encounter:

-Can you tell me more about yourself?

-What motivates you to apply for this position?

-Tell me about your strengths and weaknesses.

-What has been the greatest achievement of your career?

-Why should we choose you over another candidate for this position?

what are your medium-term goals?

-what would you do once you’re in the job?

-do you have any questions?

Other useful tips

-Punctuality and politeness: first and foremost, arrive on time. Your profile may attract the recruiter’s interest, but even the slightest delay could damage your credibility. So remember to estimate your travel time and allow for a safety margin. Politeness must also be scrupulously respected; without overdoing it, don’t forget the courtesy formulas.

-Pay attention to your speech and dress

Your previous career path, your training and your motivation for joining the company are obviously decisive factors. But the way you present yourself and interact with the recruiter is just as crucial. Greeting, standing up straight, not interrupting and expressing gratitude are fundamental, if basic, rules.

In addition, remember to control your rate of speech. Avoid speaking too quickly or too slowly; find the right balance.

Give concrete examples of your achievements or missions, without overusing adjectives. Avoid definitive terms such as “never” or “always”, avoid negative expressions and use “we” rather than “us”.

-Be sure of yourself! Make sure you look the recruiter in the eye. It’s not a question of staring or challenging but banishing the evasive gaze.

Conclusion

The job interview is a crucial stage in the recruitment process. Every job seeker needs to be well prepared for it, to stack the odds in their favour. This will enable them to succeed and land a job.