When it comes to interviews for employment, no matter the industry, there are 4 tips (in my opinion) that always help out. Relax. When you're being yourself and trying too hard, most people come off too stiff, or too quiet. Its vitial to optimistic and easy going in am interview (remember be proffesional.) However if you can make them laugh, they're sure to remember you. Clean up. It usually goes without saying that taking pride in ones apperance is critical, but you'd be suprised how many employers take your appearance into account. If you show up, with a beard, in ratty torn clothes, smelling of B.O. most likely you wont get a call back. Just dont over do it. No need for a three piece and a cloud of cologne. Be Humble. Confidence is key, own your skills. Flip side dont be afraid to admit your faults. The more honesty you have the farther it goes. Im not saying share your whole life story, but if you've mistakes with past employers or life choices that effected your previous jobs and the interviewer brings it up, keep it 100%. And finally but the most important!! Smile! It's no understatement that a smile can change a life. (Even if you dont like your smile.) Smiling when appropriate shows a sense of ease, confidence, and a positive attitude. I'm not saying smile all the time for one it can be creepy and two everyone has emotions, you're not a pod person. However most if not all employers are looking for people who can look on the brighter side and not let the world get them down. Smiling is a simple easy way to portray this.
Nothing wrong with a beard! Just make sure it is well groomed
Yes I get good paying jobs but when they do a background check with in the 60 to 90 day probation and time you get called in by their HR making up some reason why they are letting you go. And what they tell you isn't the truth. So when you live in a State where they can let you go for any reason there's not much you can do about it. Yes companies insurance companies dictate to companies who they can keep and who let go regardless if they are good workers or not you in their eyes are a liability. So they tell the employer to let you go. That's reality.
Thanks for sharing!
Great post--I think you make an excellent point about balancing confidence and self-awareness. Being proud of your skillset is important, but you also want to be able to demonstrate that you understand where you have room to grow and develop.
I agree with the smiling tip. It also shows that you’re are more approachable.
Love this. Smile is always good advice. Here is why:
- It makes me you feel confident!
- People like to work with people who are friendly and smiling makes you seem that way!
Lots of Great Interview Tips here Anthony Taylor but I would like to emphasize your last suggestion... SMILE!
A Smile relaxes the mood in the room and with so much emphasis on 'Culture Fit' play a key role in landing a job offer.
Thanks for sharing this wonderful info :-)
You also want to look at the job you're applied too. Sometimes a beard may not be appropriate, really depends on the job. However, I do agree you do want to be nicely dress with no BO for a job wither it's an interview or showing up to do the job after being hired daily.