Job interview Skills
Job interview
skills are a necessary component for all individuals who seek to
attend an interview with the aim of getting a job, being questioned
on pertinent issues, or any other interview session. There are
certain crucial aspects of effective communication that are needed
while attending an interview. Some of these communication
competencies include respect, critical and succinct thinking, and
preparedness.
Respect
Interviewers use
interviews to interrogate and analyze the competency and behavior of
a candidate that is being interviewed. In most instances, interviews
are conducted with the aim of recruiting an intelligent, competent,
and well-mannered individual. If a candidate portrays good manners
and respect, he or she has a better chance of being shortlisted and
carried in high esteem. In almost all positions and posts that
require filling, individuals have to be interviewed with the aim of
gauging whether the candidate being interviewed will get along with
other workers, bosses, and third parties. Therefore, interviewers
look for technical knowhow, experience, and good interpersonal skills
such as respect, morality, integrity, and discipline.
Thinking
Smart
Interviewees should
refrain from thinking out loud while in the process of being
interviewed. The downside of thinking out loud is that a person may
easily release arrogant statements, stupid remarks, or offensive
comments. In place of thinking out loud, interviewees should take
time to cogitate before answering a question that is posed while
being interviewed. This kind of smart thinking may be the precursor
to getting the job, vacancy, or placement that needs filling.
Preparedness
Interviews act as an
analysis session that gauges the competency and personality of the
interviewee. As such, an interviewee should take time to prepare
adequately for answering questions, expressing oneself, and garnering
composure and a professional look. The first impression is always
critical for the interviewee to form a perception of the interviewee.
The possession and proper execution of professionalism and effective
interpersonal communication is among the traits that are most sought
in interviews.
Hi Perry~
ReplyDeleteJob interviews do not vary much in different industries. The interviewers want to find the best candidate for the offering job position who will be beneficial for the company's business. Nice and good looking CV is not enough. The candidates have to persuade the interviewers that they are the most suitable for that job position. The candidate can be very qualified for that job but fail to demonstrate this to the interviewer. So, having good communication skills, including verbal and nonverbal skills, are essential to be a successful in getting a job. I think that you provided good advices how to impress interviewers. In my opinion, there are also other interesting aspects which are very important when doing job interviews such as dress code.
I believe that what captivates me when listening to someone is how well they are able to put their thoughts into words. As you said, people can think at 1000 words per minute but can only speak 150 words per minute (coherently, I suppose) so a lot of people make the mistake of saying things they do not mean to say which results to confusion or even an argument. Bill Gates is indeed impressive because he does not need slides to remind him of the things he has to say. He has it “stored” in his intricate mind.
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