Job Interview Advice - How to Properly Prepare for a Job Interview and Get Hired

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(Free-Press-Release.com) April 5, 2011 -- Job Interviews are a make or break chance to finally get hired. Do not take this process lightly and be sure to prepare for what is ahead. The key is to get ready to answer the typical job interview questions and do some research on the company offering the interview. Before the interview, take some time to use the internet to learn as much as possible about the company and the specific opening that is available.

Here is a job interview template that can be used to prepare for the big day:

Job Interview Details

Date:
Time:

Company Name:
Address:
Interviewer:

Find out the name and title of the interviewer. Do a Google search of the name to find out more about that specific person.
Job Details - Why I'm a Good Match

Job Title:
Job Description:
Why I am a Good Match:

Take the job description provided by the company or recruitment agency and explain how the applicant will fit each requirement.

For example, if the job description says that the ideal job candidate "fosters a team-oriented culture" then one should explain how well they work with a team. Give examples that illustrate this such as how they planned team building activities in previous job experience.

Company Information

Write down some notes about the company and pay special attention to the latest news. Interviewers love it when an applicant shows that they have done detailed homework and that they know what is happening in the industry.

My Strengths and Weaknesses

Interviewers frequently ask about strengths and weaknesses so it is best to be prepared for this question. Highlight your strengths and be honest about any weaknesses but also explain how they are improving in those areas.

Success Stories

This section will help an applicant to remember the highlights of their career which are relevant to the job. Prepare personal anecdotes about a situation or problem, how they handled it and the results. These stories create a memorable impression and show leadership, creativity, independence and problem solving skills. This can be an answer to the question "how well do you handle stressful situations?"

Why I am Interested in This Job

Prepare an answer for when the interviewer will ask why the applicant wants this job. If they currently have a job, explain why they want to quit and join their organization.

Questions to Ask the Interviewer

Think about what one would like to know about the job and list these questions down. Common questions are:

* What projects will I be working on?
* Who will I be working with?
* Does the company provide opportunities for training and professional development?

* Are there opportunities for advancement?

The job interview is a very important step to get closer to a pay check. If one has prepared properly for this job interview then they will exude and air of confidence that the job interview is sure to pick up on. Good luck on the job interview and do not be discouraged if the job is taken by someone else. Keep looking for more job opportunities and learn from each job interview that is completed.

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