Tamekia Reece’s article “How To Wow!” is an article that offers some very valuable advice when it comes to the interviewing process. It explains the importance of giving a positive first impression to employers by being punctual, organized, dressing professionally, and knowing how to ask for the job.
Many employers often decide within the first few minutes whether you are a good candidate for the job. With that said, first impressions are everything. Below is a list of tips that will help you make a first impression that will land you the job!
- Be on time! If you cannot make the interview promptly, then how will you communicate that you are responsible enough to arrive at work on time?
- Dress professionally
- Avoid strong perfumes or deodorants, flashy jewelry, and heavy makeup. This is about you as a potential contributor to the company's goals. Don't add unnecessary distractions.
- Get into "interview mode" as soon as arriving on the premises. Do not wait until you are seated in front of the interviewer.
- Avoid using words such as "ya know", "umm", "uh", etc.
- Ask for the job. Most applicants fail to do this but if you are confident it is the right fit for you, express this to the interviewer. Be confident and assertive.
- Follow up with the interviewer by sending an email or thank you letter.
Below is the link to the article:
http://libproxy.clemson.edu/loginurl=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=a9h&AN=22902896
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