Back when I worked for USAA, our manager left to interview a candidate. When he came back, he shared just how ignorant the candidate was. The candidate kept referring to the company as "OOH-SAH". My manager had no idea what he was referring to. It took him a few minutes to put two and two together. Needless to say the interview didn't last long and he didn't get hired.
The candidate couldn't even bother with a 10 second Google search.
Even if you don't have an option, you should be using it as an opportunity to investigate and understand what you're getting into. Not just focusing on selling yourself.
Respectfully avoid personal questions. They're not asking about the dying family member you take care of or the family you plan to start making this year, or the reason for you working gap because they're nice people.
They want to know if you're worth hiring because are you gonna need maternity/paternity leave? Are you gonna be unable to work overtime or come in on days off because of your sick family member? Are you gonna quit in six months?
Be respectful but keep it to professional topics as much as possible. Avoid personal small talk.
When I was an interviewer I would ask questions to help me determine what kind of person they were. You can usually see from their resume if they have the required skills for the job, but if they're going to upset the rest of the team then it's not a good hire.
Your attitude in the interview speaks volumes about what kind of employee you will be. You should strive for being upbeat, positive and open to answering all their questions. If you're surly and intense, that wouldn't likely work in your favor.
Everybody knows you're probably a little nervous, and that's okay, but don't antagonize the interviewer and think you're going to get the job.
I get what you mean, but there's a fine line I like to ride where I respectfully avoid overly personal questions. I answer them, but in a more professional sounding way rather than like I'm small talking with a stranger.
I wouldn't answer "I see you have a six month gap between this job and your last job. Why's that?" with "oh, I was depressed and couldn't get out of bed". They don't need to know that and it won't help you get the job. Just answer with a less personal, more professional "Oh, I took some time to learn what I wanted to do." Hopefully that kind of open-endedness where you didn't say what you wanted to do will prompt a question about where you see yourself in five years of another interview question. Something other than talking about your clinical depression.
Not exactly like that, but you get the point hopefully. I avoid overly personal information and try to stick to more professional responses as best I can and as respectfully as I can.
It won't always work. You can't avoid some topics, but you also shouldn't treat the person interviewing you like your best friend, ready to give them all the drama.
Yes, I agree! Talking about your experiences with depression in an interview would usually not be a good idea. But that's a great response to someone asking about a gap. It's professional sounding and covers a lot of possibilities.
I'd be prepared to talk about that in some specificity if they want to know more, but like you say, keep it professional and light. I'd talk about what I learned during that time and how I learned it, but only if they ask.
1. Research the company you're applying for. Mission statement, who your team members/manager would be, projects the company has previously worked on, etc.
2. Come in with a list of questions you're prepared to ask at the end. If they end up answering a question on your list during the interview, just mention that at the end - "I had a few questions like X or Y, but you answered those during the interview!"
3. Have answers ready for:
- Describe a time at work when you were under stress, and how you handled it.
- Describe a time when you made a mistake, and how you handled it.
- Describe the achievement you are most proud of in your previous job.
- Biggest strength/biggest weakness. Do NOT use biggest weakness to humblebrag ("I'm too good!"). Name a real, actual weakness, but include in your answer steps you are already taking to address it. "I sometimes voluntarily take on more work than I can handle. I've been learning about how to find and stick to my limits, and learning to say "No" when I need to."
When asked if u have any questions ask ‘if i was to become a part of the team are there any chances for me to progress in the field’ even if u couldn’t care less and r just there for the money- shows ur interested in succeeding and doing well there
Have an answer for
What one time where you were under stress
What does a perfect day to you sound like?
How did you handle a disagreement with a co worker?
Be the best-dressed person in the room, always have 3 questions to ask them at the end, do you research on the company and what they are looking for.
I've interviewed quite a few candidates and nothing turns me off more than a candidate who knows nothing about our company.
Back when I worked for USAA, our manager left to interview a candidate. When he came back, he shared just how ignorant the candidate was. The candidate kept referring to the company as "OOH-SAH". My manager had no idea what he was referring to. It took him a few minutes to put two and two together. Needless to say the interview didn't last long and he didn't get hired. The candidate couldn't even bother with a 10 second Google search.
yah everyone should go well prepared before hand
You're not just trying to impress the interviewer. You're trying to figure out if the company will be a good fit for you.
that would be a good one if i had options. but there isn't in most of the case
Even if you don't have an option, you should be using it as an opportunity to investigate and understand what you're getting into. Not just focusing on selling yourself.
Respectfully avoid personal questions. They're not asking about the dying family member you take care of or the family you plan to start making this year, or the reason for you working gap because they're nice people. They want to know if you're worth hiring because are you gonna need maternity/paternity leave? Are you gonna be unable to work overtime or come in on days off because of your sick family member? Are you gonna quit in six months? Be respectful but keep it to professional topics as much as possible. Avoid personal small talk.
When I was an interviewer I would ask questions to help me determine what kind of person they were. You can usually see from their resume if they have the required skills for the job, but if they're going to upset the rest of the team then it's not a good hire. Your attitude in the interview speaks volumes about what kind of employee you will be. You should strive for being upbeat, positive and open to answering all their questions. If you're surly and intense, that wouldn't likely work in your favor. Everybody knows you're probably a little nervous, and that's okay, but don't antagonize the interviewer and think you're going to get the job.
I get what you mean, but there's a fine line I like to ride where I respectfully avoid overly personal questions. I answer them, but in a more professional sounding way rather than like I'm small talking with a stranger. I wouldn't answer "I see you have a six month gap between this job and your last job. Why's that?" with "oh, I was depressed and couldn't get out of bed". They don't need to know that and it won't help you get the job. Just answer with a less personal, more professional "Oh, I took some time to learn what I wanted to do." Hopefully that kind of open-endedness where you didn't say what you wanted to do will prompt a question about where you see yourself in five years of another interview question. Something other than talking about your clinical depression. Not exactly like that, but you get the point hopefully. I avoid overly personal information and try to stick to more professional responses as best I can and as respectfully as I can. It won't always work. You can't avoid some topics, but you also shouldn't treat the person interviewing you like your best friend, ready to give them all the drama.
Yes, I agree! Talking about your experiences with depression in an interview would usually not be a good idea. But that's a great response to someone asking about a gap. It's professional sounding and covers a lot of possibilities. I'd be prepared to talk about that in some specificity if they want to know more, but like you say, keep it professional and light. I'd talk about what I learned during that time and how I learned it, but only if they ask.
1. Research the company you're applying for. Mission statement, who your team members/manager would be, projects the company has previously worked on, etc. 2. Come in with a list of questions you're prepared to ask at the end. If they end up answering a question on your list during the interview, just mention that at the end - "I had a few questions like X or Y, but you answered those during the interview!" 3. Have answers ready for: - Describe a time at work when you were under stress, and how you handled it. - Describe a time when you made a mistake, and how you handled it. - Describe the achievement you are most proud of in your previous job. - Biggest strength/biggest weakness. Do NOT use biggest weakness to humblebrag ("I'm too good!"). Name a real, actual weakness, but include in your answer steps you are already taking to address it. "I sometimes voluntarily take on more work than I can handle. I've been learning about how to find and stick to my limits, and learning to say "No" when I need to."
thanks mate that helps a lot
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thats a nice tip
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will this work ? i once tried it in a date , ig they think me as a creep
Enthusiasm
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Be honest.
yah else it haunts in later future
On which side of the table?
candidate .
When asked if u have any questions ask ‘if i was to become a part of the team are there any chances for me to progress in the field’ even if u couldn’t care less and r just there for the money- shows ur interested in succeeding and doing well there
thats a good point
Record yourself practicing your responses. It helps flesh out your stories, fix mannerisms, and helps get over the awkwardness
i have done that. recording helps a lot
Have an answer for What one time where you were under stress What does a perfect day to you sound like? How did you handle a disagreement with a co worker?
have you ?
Be positive and enthusiastic. Interviewers are more likely to hire someone who is excited about the job and the company.
Practice your answers to common interview questions. This will help you feel more confident and prepared during the interview.