Do's and Dont's of a Interview Process

Here are few set of Do's & Dont's of a Interview process, keep this in mind so you can make the best positive impression on the interviewer.

Do's :

01) Keep your answer simple and to the point.

02) Be work specific and tell the hiring manager about where you are now professionally, what you have learned from your past work experiences and then talk about what makes you excited about this specific opportunity.

03) Do your company research and find out exactly what strengths and qualities this specific company is looking for and in your answer try and show the hiring manager you possess them (You can discover these strengths or qualities in the job description or on their company website career page)

04) Show the hiring manager that you are uniquely suited to fill this position. Be the candidate that solves their "problems".

05) Show you know some significant details about the company and their general practices because you have researched the firm and you are very prepared.

06) Tell a “success story” that highlights how you have the ‘qualities’ needed to fill their specific needs.

07) Grab hold of the opportunity this question gives you. This question really lets you guide the interview where you want it to go. This your chance to relate your most impressive success story, so take advantage!

08) Most Importantly, Highlight a strength that is crucial to the position. (As I mentioned earlier)

09) Find out from your company research and from the job description what strengths the company puts a lot of stock into.

10) Show them, that you are aware of your weakness and what you have done to overcome it.

11) Show them, that you are “self-aware” and that you have the ability to take steps to improve yourself.

12) Talk about specific things you like about the company. Do your homework before and find out the needs of the company and talk about how you’re passionate about “fulfilling those needs”.

13) You should be complimentary. Most people enjoy being flattered. (Just don’t go overboard)

14) Show how your strengths perfectly align with the job position and company culture.

15) If you were let go, be honest and explain the situation and own it. Explain what you've learned from the experience because the interviewer knows you’re human, you make mistakes, and just wants to see that you were able to do something about it

16) Talk about an accomplishment that exhibits how you will be a perfect fit for the company and for the position you’re interviewing for.

17) Try and show some genuine passion when you’re talking about your accomplishment. (Feel Proud, that you've done something)

18) Focus your questions on the company and what you can do for them.

19) Ask about something you’ve discovered in your company research. This will show your passion and knowledge of the company.

20) Last & most importantly Dress good, look good!

Dont's :

01) During your Introduction, don’t dive into your life story.

02) The hiring manager doesn’t want to hear about you “First Love, Childhood memories”.

03) Don’t go on about experience you may have that isn’t related to the job you’re interviewing for.

04) Don’t get discouraged if the hiring manager mentions that “they have lots of very well qualified candidates…” before they lead into this question. (It’s a common “lead in”)

05) Don’t be too modest. This is your chance to shine. Make it count, don't lose it!.

06) On the flip side don’t go too overboard and sound too arrogant.

07) Don’t be “wishy-washy” or too general with your answer.

08) Don’t answer with “why” you want the job. Answer with “why you are the perfect fit” for this job.

09) Don’t make claims that you can’t illustrate with a brief example or fact.

10) Don’t be overly modest but don’t claim to be Superman or Superwoman either.

11) Don’t name a strength that is irrelevant to the job at hand.

12) Don’t you DARE answer with the cliche “I’m a perfectionist” answer or any other such answer that the hiring manager can see right through.

13) Don’t highlight a weakness that is a core competency of the job. (Know the job description “inside and out”.)

14) Don’t come off as a “hired gun” who may be gone in a few months.

15) Don’t answer by saying “because I need the money.” (You’d be surprised how many job seekers think this is “cute” and actually answer this way. Don’t you dare do it!)

16) Don’t bash at your last company or the boss, Coworker, or customer along with your conversation.

17) Don’t lie if you were fired, Be honest let them know the truth.

18) Don’t fall into the trap of thinking your accomplishment is just “too small”, to be told. (“It’s not about you, It’s about them!”)

19) Don’t say you want to be CEO of the company in span of 5 years.

20) Don’t say “Actually I want to be in YOUR seat within the next 5 years.” to the hiring manager

21) Don’t ask questions that you could easily find the answer to.

22) Don’t ask about time off and benefits too early in the process.

23) Don’t ask how soon you can start applying for other positions in the company.

Ok there you have it. Our top list of job interview Do's & Don'ts for your Interview Process. Keep them in mind and Do well All the best! Please do comment if you find we've missed something, that has to be considered.