hi, It is really interesting to know about Job interviews because for many people this is the start to earn "MONEY". The Job interview process can be really confusing. Sometimes, you face a baffling series of interviews with a whole assortment of people, and from the outside it can be very hard to see why people are asking the questions they do.

There are limitless numbers of Interviews and interviewers with which you could be faced. So how can you make it easier on yourself?

The first thing, You need to bear in mind that interviewers are only humans There are some very good ones and some are appalling ones! A person would interview you as per the requirement in the organisation.

Even given the differences in the interviewer’s skill, experience and organisation vary in their recruitment processes.

The aim of this article is that you get to know what is it that you can do better to enhance the way you give the interview.
You need to know the following points:-

• Who is the person interviewing you?
  
• What is their role?

This will help you to understand the point of that Interview, Where they are coming from and what they might be looking for. This will help you decide how best to handle. Obviously no one can cover every single potential question or give advice on the best response I can give you a general advice.

Please remember that getting through an interview is just the first stage after that you work in the organisation so lying or trying to appear someone other than yourself, is never a good idea as lying or falsifying anything during recruitment is almost always grounds for gross misconduct and dismissal, if you are caught.

Being different personality for the interview is also not the best plan
For example if you are trying to be someone that you are not then remember that you will be chosen if you are fit for the job however after getting the offer if you are not able to keep with it and revert to being your true self, you will inevitably fall into trouble at work.

How to prepare yourself for the Interview?

Nervousness is the first step that’s human tendency but just remember that you at least let your nerve give the best performance in the interview as you can fail if you are too nervous. So help yourself

• Mental solutions.

Telling yourself relax is easier said than done. But do try this take deep breath (twice or thrice), have a relaxing bath or shower before you set off. You can also stop and have a tea or a coffee on the way or whatever helps for you (except Alcohol)

• Thought patterns

The type of thought pattern might also change things, Thoughts which induce self doubts or self-blame. For example :Do I look ok in this ,I should have got my haircut, I knew I should have worn…., What if……, what the question would be.

Remember once you have set of for an interview its very late to think or change things anyway, so be positive.

1. Be Positive

Being positive would not mean to think rosy thoughts or not bother about preparing yourself, Be practical and realistic, If the organisation wasn’t interested in you they wouldn’t have the vacancies open, so you must have a reasonable chance. Think that you will be one of the best person that they would interview- This will give you confidence.

• Physical Solution.

1. Preparation
Get there on time, you can have coffee/tea or take a short walk before hand to calm yourself. There’s nothing worse than to get there hot and sticky from a mad rush to get there just in a nick of time, it makes you flustered and then it might be a bit hard to relax and make a good impression. Give yourself time to think make sure you have visited the loo, and checked details like hair etc.

2. Reduce distractions.

Try to take as little as possible with you and ask to leave what you have at the reception, very often reception areas in the offices will allow you to, leave the bags briefcases and coats with them. That way you can walk in the interview room without any distraction, and greet your interviewers without having juggled hands etc.
3. Sleep
Get some quality rest and sleep if you don’t then you might look tired and you can rarely look best if you are tired also would tend to do mistakes.

4. Alcohol and Drugs.
Every organisation has a very strict No Drinking policy during working hours and even if you have fresh breath they may get the smell on your clothes so even if you have herbal relaxant it will be noticeable Even stopping at the smoking zone or going to the pub before interview can make your hair and clothes smell. Non-smoking interviewers may find it unpleasant. A swift drink may calm your nerves, but it can also ruin your chances.

5. Get Support
Your clothes are a way of communicating with the interviewer just as much as you tell him in him/her in your own words. Play it safe nothing too formal or too casual.
a) Appropriate for the job or organisation
b) Flattering
c) Clean and tidy
d) Comfortable
e) Reflection of your personality
f) Clothing that gives you confidence
Your entire body language can change if you are uncomfortable with the clothes
Tight waist band, tight shoes can make you look strained and ill at ease, which can give negative impression.

• START OF THE INTERVIEW

Don’t be too timid. A shaky tap on the door can be ignored as the interviewer might just ignore thinking that as they will not be sure, give a business like knock. Don’t wait by the door, hovering uncertainly! Walk in, go towards them shake hands and say hello, this shows confidence you need to hold of the persons hand shake it onve and then leave it and then introduce yourself simultaneously with your full name however if you are made to made to wait then you will already be in the room so just stand and shake hands what ever you do, just don’t stand and hover, this might make you look nervous.

• REFRESHMENT

You might get nervous to have tea or coffee during interview but its nothing to worry about if are asked for it the best option is to say “if you’re having something, I will join you” but otherwise I’m fine, thank you. This means that
There is no need for the interviewer to order anything. If drinks are there in the room then its fine to say “yes please” and have one sip. Avoid eating biscuits coz you will not be able to speak and answer with your mouth full.

• THE ENTIRE PROCESS OF INTERVIEW

Most interviewers have the question to ask how your journey was. Don’t ever say you had problem with the journey because once you get the job will have to report there so if they hire you it will be difficult for you to travel so don’t just give them reasons, they might ask you that are you okay with the time just don’t tell them that you have taken an off as you were sick and then you have come there for the interview this might sound dishonest
Body language plays an important role

• HEAD

Eye contact is one of the important things, smile as a nervous smile with gritted teeth might look more better then nervous face, nod your head when you agree, try to keep the interested expression on your face.

• UPPER BODY

Don’t lean too far back or slough as this might look too over casual don’t lean forward too much either, its better not to fold your hands as it’s a physical barrier between you and the interviewer find a relaxed position for your hands you can either rest it on your lap or you can use it when your making a point but remember that you don’t wave it too much, as it might be distracting.

• LOWERBODY

Don’t try to stick your legs in front of you. You can cross them or keep them uncrossing

• MIRRORING

It is a simple technique where one person mimics or mirrors another’s body language; this usually helps two people to feel comfortable with each other
Doing this an interviewer can slowly establish a good relationship

• ASKING QUESTIONS

At the end of the interview the interviewers usually asks you questions and the interviewees are not sure of what to say. Prepare if possible in advance, have one or two questions ready –if something better occurs to you during the interview, ask that instead or you ask something about the organisation and its plan for the future.

• QUESTIONS TO AVOID

Avoid questions that make it appear you are concerned about joining them like possible take overs, the risk of redundancy, potential closure.
Stop framing sentence or questions with, do I have to get involved …., will I have …………etc. safe questions “The organisations recent news, if there’s been any. Plans for expansion. What would be the next stage? , if you are looking for a senior position then you can check if it’s a new post or was someone else doing it. Where the previous post holder is this might be useful as you might get the information if the person was promoted, transferred or left. Never ask if you have got the job, or say you have no questions try to avoid it.

• THE END OF INTERVIEW

Getting out is just as important as making the entrance. Get up gather your possession shake hands you can tell “it was nice meeting you”. Keep it simple to leave a lasting impression.

• DO’S AND DON’TS

Never falsify information or tell lie to the interviewer.
Take steps to control your nerves as much as possible.
Dress sensibly and comfortably.
Make a professional entrance and exit.
Don’t carry baggage or clothing if possible
Practise a decent handshake
Smile and keep eye contact.
Be aware of your body language.
Prepare question to ask and always ask something.
Give at least as much as thought of leaving the room as you do to entering it.

just wanted to share the thoughts with you as this is the start to work with the organisation.