{"id":1391,"date":"2016-07-14T09:49:31","date_gmt":"2016-07-14T14:49:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/resumespice.wpengine.com\/?p=1391"},"modified":"2016-07-14T11:27:42","modified_gmt":"2016-07-14T16:27:42","slug":"6-tips-for-your-first-job-interview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/resumespice.com\/6-tips-for-your-first-job-interview\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Tips for Your First Job Interview"},"content":{"rendered":"

We know going on an interview for a job you really want can be stressful, especially if you\u2019re interviewing for your very first job. Because ResumeSpice\u2019s interview preparation<\/a> and career coaching services<\/a> were built by recruiters, we also know the most important ways to prepare and present yourself to hiring managers.<\/p>

Below are some helpful starting points from the career consultants at ResumeSpice to help you put your best foot forward in any interview situation.<\/p>

  1. Prepare<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

    Hiring managers want to hire people who know, care, and are passionate about what the company does. Do your research on the company\u2019s products or services, check to see if they\u2019ve issued any press releases lately, and re-read the job description to ensure you understand the job fully. It's important to be able to speak confidently about your ability to perform each required task.<\/p>

    1. Dress to impress<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

      The day-to-day work attire may be casual, but on your interview, you\u2019ll want to dress professionally. Dressing professionally will demonstrate to the hiring manager that you\u2019re serious about the job and respect the company and person with whom you're interviewing.<\/p>

      1. Be on time<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

        No one likes to be kept waiting, least of all someone who could be deciding whether or not you\u2019ll receive an offer. Check in for your interview 15 minutes before your scheduled time unless instructed otherwise.<\/p>

        1. Be yourself<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

          Up to this point, the hiring manager has only seen your professional skillsets on a piece of paper. The interview is an opportunity to show him or her who you are and how well you\u2019ll fit in with their corporate values and culture. This goes back to preparation. Remember why you applied for this specific position and speak to that during the interview. Pinpoint a few different points that genuinely interested you about the position or the company so that when they come up, you can have a genuine dialogue about them.<\/p>

          1. Ask questions<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

            Asking insightful questions is critical. Being prepared with questions shows a hiring manager that you\u2019re truly interested in the position and that you want to understand more about how you\u2019ll bring value to the organization. Write down a list of questions that are important to you and bring them with you to review before the interview.<\/p>

            1. Follow Up<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

              After your interview, send a thank you email the same day to thank the recruiter and the hiring manager for their time and consideration. Keep it brief, but thoughtful. You can also send a handwritten thank you in the mail after you send your email.<\/p>

              Interviewing for a job can be stressful, but these six pointers can help with your interview preparation<\/a>. If you want one-on-one advice from a career consultant who knows exactly what hiring managers are looking for, contact our career consultants at ResumeSpice today<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

              We know going on an interview for a job you really want can be stressful, especially if you\u2019re interviewing for your very first job. Because ResumeSpice\u2019s interview preparation and career coaching services were built by recruiters, we also know the most important ways to prepare and present yourself to hiring managers.Below are some helpful starting…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"

              You\u2019ve scoured the Internet for job opportunities. Spent countless hours polishing your resume and cover letter. And conducted days of research before an interview to learn more about the company. But alas, you\u2019re simply not getting any call backs after the interview.<\/p>

              Where are you going wrong?<\/p>

              1. Answering Your Cell Phone<\/strong><\/p>

              Before an interview, make sure you turn your phone or tablet off. The last thing you want to do is instinctively answer it when it rings\u2026just as the hiring manager is trying to get an important point across. If you do, you will most likely wind up in the \u201cdo not hire\u201d pile.<\/p>

              2. Dressing Unprofessionally <\/strong><\/p>

              You don\u2019t need to go out and buy a designer suit in order to look sharp during a job interview. What you do need to do is ensure your suit fits well, is in a muted or neutral color and is ironed and ready to go the morning of your interview. Nothing says \u201csloppy\u201d or \u201cunprofessional\u201d better than clothes that are too casual or ill fitting.<\/p>

              3. Not Appearing Interested<\/strong><\/p>

              If you\u2019re really not that into the job opportunity \u2013 you\u2019re more interested in the perks and benefits \u2013 then that attitude is going to come through loud and clear to a hiring manager. It\u2019s important to show some energy and enthusiasm during the job interview. That doesn\u2019t mean you need to be bouncing off the walls, but it does mean you need to appear eager and inquisitive.<\/p>

              4. Bashing a Past Boss<\/strong><\/p>

              You could have had the worst boss in the world in your last job. But if you bash him or her during a job interview, you\u2019re the one that\u2019s going to wind up looking bad.<\/p>

              So if a hiring manager asks about why you left, be as diplomatic as possible. Instead, focus on what you learned and how you grew during your time at the company.<\/p>

              5. Not Getting Specific<\/strong><\/p>

              Sure, you can say you\u2019re the best at what you do. But what examples can you offer to back that up? Hiring managers are looking for people with a proven track record of success and positive results. And when you can offer several strong ones in your job interview \u2013 that are relevant to the position \u2013 your chances of getting hired are far greater.<\/p>

              Need more help polishing your interviewing skills and landing a great job in Houston? Let ResumeSpice help<\/a>.
              <\/strong><\/p>

              As one of the leading\u00a0Houston, TX staffing agencies<\/a>, we take your career success personally. Not only will we work one-on-one with you to learn about your background and personality and help you prep for interviews, but we can also connect you with exciting and rewarding opportunities at some of the top employers in the area!<\/p>","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[68,25,20,17,16,19],"class_list":["post-1391","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-interviewing","tag-5-deadly-interview-mistakes","tag-best-resume-tips","tag-interviewing-best-practices","tag-interviewing-mistakes","tag-interviewing-tips","tag-tips-for-interviewing"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t