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5 Successful Tactics on Acing a Job Interview

Spring should be the right time to make a list of resolutions if you feel like the winter suck out the spark off you. Monday is not your favorite day of the week, if not you're thinking about a sabbatical. Banish the thoughts, as you haven't been hired. Yet.

There are certain aspects of the job interview that are beyond your control, but you can't use it as excuses for your inability (or failure). Some people will suggest positive thinking, but it might not be enough. Making an impact during the interview requires a number of things that need to be done to guarantee success.

What Will Make You Hireable For the Job?

There's a right time for an interview. There's nothing wrong if you request for a specific time. You should see the recruiter (or would-be employer) as your equal. If you don't ask it, then you may not get it at all. You're thinking of a morning schedule, as you're wide awake and full of boundless energy after a long sleep. (You almost forget to mention your workout and light breakfast.) It might not be the best time, as recruiters (or would-be employers) have other tasks to finish. Afternoon is the right time for a number of reasons. There's a likely chance that many tasks have been finished. It's possible to have a good meal (for lunch), which can relieve the stress. It's probable that you're the first strong candidate to step into the office. You might question it, but you have nothing to lose.

Don't keep your hands on one place. Most job applicants assume that tapping their fingers during the interview is seen as a rude gesture to the recruiters. They are absolutely right on that one. Folding the arms can be interpreted differently depending on the recruiter. It won't be confidence, though. An overuse of hand gestures can distract the recruiter. Revealing your palms may be unusual, but some people see it as a sign of sincerity. If you can't keep your hands in a still position, then you can show your hands while stressing your strongest traits passionately. (You can also do it while citing your best career achievements.) Another suggestion is the pressing of the fingers, forming a church steeple. It can baffle the recruiter, so this might keep you wondering. If you intend to do it, then observe the recruiter's body language. A rather relaxed posture might be an assurance, but notice the facial expression. If you see a bit of warmth beneath the professional demeanor, then you may take your chance. Being expressive could help you make it through the interview.

Don't forget the compliment. You don't need to speak little until the recruiter asks the first question. A comment about the workplace, if not the recruiter, can help you get hired. There's a big difference in saying a good work and subtle self-promotion. It will be a huge mistake to patronize someone (or something) you know a little. Stick to generalizations instead of a specified detail.

Your response depends on your age. The answer doesn't allude to how you customize your resume according to the specifications in the job ad. If you're a new graduate, then highlight your achievements during your college days. Emphasize the traits that can make you a team player. If you like multitasking, then you get a boost. It doesn't change much if you've been in the workforce for several years. It's not the case with middle-aged applicants and those who are approaching middle age. You must have achieved a work-life balance, which you should show in your work experience and interests. Don't forget to mention your loyalty. (The number of years in a particular company will be a good indicator.) And keep on pointing out that experience enables you to work harder than anyone else. If you notice the recruiter doubting your assertion, then recall a particular moment from your past. It can be the office, also your school. Be specific. Don't say it in too many words.

Be candid about your weakness. You don't want to be seen as incapable of living to the expectations that come with the position, if not incompetent. On the other hand, you might be perceived as overconfident. It may not be a bad thing if the recruiter would detect a chink in your armor. You might have expected it, so you have a response that you have practiced many times. You're an applicant, so it will be better to reveal your weakness. It's important that you put it in a proper context, such that it won't affect your chances at all. Give the recruiter an assurance, if not a gesture, that this weakness won't hinder you from doing your job. It might foster a camaraderie in the workplace, which is uncommon. If you're not assured about it, then be friendly and assertive at the same time.

Adopting a Power Pose

Your resume matters most. You must customize it, such that you enumerate the tasks where you show initiative. Prime yourself to be powerful. Don't ever think of past mistakes, though. Recruiters (or would-be interviews) know that job applicants could be humans, but show that you're one of the strongest candidates. If not one of them, then you must be THE one.

Good luck!

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