Tips for a successful job interview!
04/12/2013
Tip 1. Be prepared!
You only have one chance to give a first good impression!
• Know the job description
• Be prepared to ask and answer questions
• Prepare a clear argumentation about your motivation to work for that particular law firm or that specific company, as well as for the position
• Research the company and the people you will meet: you can use the company's website and social media (e.g. LinkedIn)
• Know the context and projects of the company and its sector
• Bring a copy of your resume with you
• Adapt your dress code to the environment you're being interviewed in
• Don't forget to turn off your cell phone and don't check your watch during the interview!
Tip 2. Be on time!
• Look up how to get there
• Take a potential delay in account and leave early
Tip 3. Listen Listen LISTEN
"We have 2 ears and 1 mouth in order to listen twice as much as we talk."
Confucius
• Client talks first
• Write down important information: what is important for him/her
• Focus on what you can
• Use 2-3 questions you prepared upfront
• Don't pretend to know something when you don't
• Give examples to describe your skills, weaknesses and strengths
Tip 4, Stay positive
"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony."
Mahatma Gandhi
• Make sure to be friendly and respectful to the assistants and front desk receptionists
• Don't speak negatively about your current or previous employer
• Show enthusiasm and interest
Tip 5. Chameleon approach
• Adapt your approach to the client' style : formal - informal
• Language: strong vocabulary - basic
• Pay attention to your body language
• Maintain eye contact.
• Tone of voice: soft - loud
Tip 6. Smile Smile SMILE
The shortest distance between two people is a smile.
Voir aussi : Axis Group Luxembourg ( )
Mrs. Anne-Sophie Comazzi
