Tips for passing in Walk-In-Interview

9 TIPS FOR A GREAT INTERVIEW

You have just been invited to an interview with your
dream company.
It does not matter where you went to
school, the number of degrees you may hold, the
experience you have or whom you know; if you are
unable to do the interview successfully, you will not get
the job.

Try following the tips below and you will not only be
well prepared but also present yourself as a true
professional.

Research the Company.
Do your homework, e.g. go to the company's website
and read about their vision, mission, strategy,
products, finances, departments, competitive
advantages, competitors etc, etc. If the company does
not have a web presence look them up at the library,
call the Chambers of Commerce, and find out
everything you can about them.

Prepare your Introduction & Key points.
The introductory speech is your two minute opportunity
to enlighten the interviewer about yourself and what you
have to offer.
- Be prepared to talk about any career changes you
may have had.
- Make a list of your main strengths and the things you
are currently
working on towards your professional growth, with
examples of each.
- Be also prepared to talk about your weaknesses and
how you are
trying to overcome them.

Smile, be natural and speak with confidence. Practice
in front of the
mirror if necessary.

Identify Achievements
Employers want to know how hiring you will make their
organisation better and contribute to their overall
success. (Assuming you did your homework as
suggested in point 1 you can offer examples of
innovations, process improvements or revenue saving
ideas that may be of interest).

Dress for Success.
The way you dress makes a statement about yourself.
Avoid bright colours and loud jewellery. Regardless of
the job that you are applying for, it is a good idea to
wear a neat and clean suit, even in a casual business
environment.

Good Timekeeping is Essential
Arrive at least 15 minutes early for your appointment.
Besides ensuring
you are not rushed, use this time to learn more about
the company's
ambience. Observe the company's employees as you sit
in the lobby.
How do they look? Do they greet one another and say
hello to you?
Are they smiling and happy or frazzled and frustrated?

Engage in a Dialogue.
Remember, a conversation is a two-way exchange. Be
curious and ask
lots of questions to get a good understanding of how
the company,
department and management operate. Ask about the
job responsibilities
and company culture, e.g. Employee Recognition
Programmes, opportunities for Personal and
Professional development, current and future
challenges of the position, etc. etc.

Be Open and Honest.
When responding to the employer's questions, tell the
truth! If you made
a mistake, say it in a positive way, accept
responsibility for it, and explain
how you have benefited from the experience & what you
have learnt.
Do
not pretend to be something that you are not, it will
not work!

Do not talk Salary or Benefits.

The goal is to get as many options going as possible
so do not talk about compensation at this stage, as it
can be a knockout factor. Sell to the employer all that
you can do for them. If they are interested they will
make an offer and it is at that stage that you start
negotiating those issues.
Take Responsibility!

Remember, 50% of the responsibility for the right job
match is yours.
You
are interviewing the employer just as they are
interviewing you. After all if you are selected, you will
be spending at least half of your waking day in this
environment.

So ensure that this is what you really
want!