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How to Shine at a Job Interview
How to Shine at a Job Interview The job market is diverse and made up of numerous potential candidates for various professional job opportunities. Given that many individuals are competing for the few available job positions, it is critical to ensure one shines at any given opportunity. The employer faces a tough task to select from the massive number of applicants, and in this respect, the interviewee must prepare in advance[i]. An interviewee is often filled with emotions and worries regarding their performance at a job interview. In this context, for an interviewee to appropriately deal with these emotional challenges and shine at the interview, they should follow an appropriate guideline. The interviewee should prepare by researching the company's background and requirements for employment and conduct a mock interview. The company's evaluation should focus on industry standards, organization's background, job opportunity's requirements, salary, and the particulars of the interviewer, among others[i]. This is in addition to availing all documentations with appropriate means of communication for easy accessibility. On the day of the interview, the interviewee must arrive at the venue, preferably about 10 to 15 minutes before the interview begins. They should be well dressed and have fresh breath to boost their confidence[i]. Upon arrival, the candidate should take a deep breath, relax, and feel comfortable in the environment, thus enhancing their ability to give an excellent first impression. The candidate should portray a jovial smile and give a firm handshake to the interviewers while avoiding overdoing these gestures, demonstrating emotional instability[ii]. Further, the interviewee should be attentive to listening and only respond to the interviewer when speaking to avoid interruptions. In this respect, they should answer the questions honestly and ensure their responses relate to their work experiences with job expectations. In conclusion, the interview's closing phase is also critical, and the interviewee should ensure they leave positive impressions and create an atmosphere of discussing further steps regarding the job. In this regard, the impression at all stages of the job interview is critical. It determines the success and enjoyable experience of the recruitment exercise, thus placing the interviewee in a position to shine.