Comments on: Tips for a successful job interview while young

By: Rob@Sedona Method, Emotional Freedom Technique, EFT, Release Technique, Lester Levenson

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 12:27:19 +0000

Stay relaxed and think positive. Sleep well the night before the interview… even if it’s hard to! lol

By: Reece Rochester@HTML Tips

Reece Rochester@HTML Tips — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 08:56:43 +0000

“Be enthusiastic and have a positive attitude.” – This is great advice, when I am looking for someone to work for me, I think these type of people stand out, I want people who have a can do attitude and are willing to go the extra mile. I think these type of people see their job more as their passion and not just as “a job”!

By: Paul

Paul — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 18:46:02 +0000

@Joel: Good point, mastering the interview process is really essential to getting anywhere, no matter how qualified you are. Great link!

By: Joel@ Vintage Rock T Shirts

Joel@ Vintage Rock T Shirts — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 20:11:27 +0000

The subject of job interviews fascinates me, because doing well at one is a skill that’s separate and distinct from whatever your professional area of experience is. IN OTHER WORDS… a lot of times the person who gets hired is not the one who is the most qualified; but often it’s the one who has learned how to make the best impression at job interviews. You can either accept that fact and become committed to mastering the process of responding to job interview questions — OR you can complain about it, and continue to lose out to the competition. My advice would be to become very clear about what it is that you have to offer to a prospective employer, and practice answering a variety of standard questions that will most likely be posed to you. This will help you avoid fumbling and stumbling through your answers, which is the surest way to sabotage your own chances for success. My fascination with the job interview process caused my to create a web page devoted to common interview questions and some strategies for answering them effectively. Check out the site for more ideas and insights into effective job interview preparation: http://www.geocities.com/optimalbiz/interv.html

By: Linen Rental Toronto

Linen Rental Toronto — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 16:17:06 +0000

Your first impressions go a long way in interviews. By dressing appropriately and without standing out for the wrong reasons you have strongly increased your chances at landing a job. Years ago, I was at a job interview for a two week gig and noticed all the other applicants (mostly other high school students) came with ripped jeans, baggy pants and messy clothes. On the other hand I had a nice shirt and a decent pair of khakis and landed the job. Later on I asked the person what I did in the interview to get the job and the response was you appeared well organized and professional. Of course my resume didn’t look all that bad either.

By: Hair Extension Atlanta

Hair Extension Atlanta — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 19:27:36 +0000

I would present your resume in an orderly fashion and make sure that everything is correct on there. They want to see honest experience that is easy to read and not misleading.

By: Mattresses Chicago

Mattresses Chicago — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 16:19:10 +0000

I think you need to present your self as confident and in control of the interview. Let them know you are confident in your work and can handle whatever they throw at your. Also be prepared. Can’t stress that last point enough.

By: Stefan | StudySuccessful.com

Stefan | StudySuccessful.com — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 14:07:41 +0000

The first impression is indeed important and it is fun to manipulate that.
Give a solid hand, look in the employers eyes, it is all something to give a positive first impression.
It is nice to see you also included asking questions back, because I find that also really important. It shows that you are interested and not afraid to ask questions.
Nice post!

By: mark@buy bunn coffee makers

mark@buy bunn coffee makers — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 21:48:59 +0000

Great point! I always feel bad for kids at the college age who have no clue how to interview, especially in dressing professionally. You just feel embarrassed for them, so it is great to have this post out there to give them advice.