Things NOT to do in an #interview

Things NOT to do in an #interview


DO NOT 👇🏼

1. Over speak:

Speak as required. If you over do it, there are chances you get caught off guard in cross questioning.

2. Oversell:

Know your worth and the #position you are applying for. Over demanding gets you out of the race.

3. Be Vulnerable:

Don’t beg for the #job. They will offer you if you are good, whether you need it or not.
Begging for the position puts you in weak position and might get your need exploited with a very low offer

4. Over dress:

Nobody wants to see you in maroon sherwani that you wore at your cousin’s wedding. Keep it simple, Weather appropriate, formal.

5. Eating before #interview:

Everybody loves onion rings, but not on you coat or served in form of breath odour.

Take juice or water before you go in, increases your blood sugar and reduces #anxiety.

6. Go without a #resume:

Sometimes #recruiters do not have your resumes at hand, always carry an extra copy in an envelop. Don’t wipe your hands with it after eating a samosa.

7. Go silent:

If you don’t know an answer, just be honest about it and tell them. Keep the convo going.

8. Pretend:

Do not pretend to be some you are not, we can easily tell a lie from truth. Be YOU

9. Shy away:

Be #confident, speak, exclaim but wisely.

Tips for CV update

Potential candidates looking for a new opportunity take note! It’s highly competitive job market out there...

1. Recruiting managers normally spend an average of 6 seconds reading your CV before deciding whether to call you for an interview or not.

2. The first 20 words of your resume are the most important. Make it stand out!

3. The top one-third of your CV will help the manager decide whether to interview or not.

4. 90% of Recruiting managers are more likely to read your profile summary, than the rest of your CV

5. Studies have shown that over 65% of Job seekers do not tailor their resumes for each job they apply for.
Yes, you should customize your CV depending on the Company, Job role and Employer expectations.

6. Unusual fonts, images and spelling mistakes can all make recruiters reject your CV.

7. Most recruiters are now using applicants tracking systems (ATC) to help them scan the resume for key buzz words. Optimize your CV.

Some basic rules for interviews

Some basic rules for interviews: 1. Be clear on your top 5 strengths 2. Research the company and role you're applying for. 3. Link these things together and show how you will add value 4. Be yourself Applying these 4 simple rules will give you a huge head start. You will be engaged during the conversation. You can operate from a place of creative freedom and your natural passion and desire for the role will come through.