Interview Preparation Training! Your Must Have Skill in This Economy

I would like to cover the essential steps in getting that job you are hunting for and want to get so bad. Without any delays, let's proceed with your training.

1. You will require a professional resume specific for the position you are applying to, so throw out that old, general resume and create one very specific for the job you are applying to. If it's a manager position put emphasis on your managing skills and the training courses and experience you have in that specific sector. Nobody cares that you're good with numbers if they are searching for a team manager. I'm not saying that you should completely ignore your other skills, because they might be very helpful, but again, create your resume to suit the needs of the job you are applying for.


2. Learn to sell yourself. When applying for a job, most often, you will be required to write a cover letter. A lot of people get this wrong by creating a boring, general cover letter. Don't be like everyone else. Write a short one, no longer than 200 words where you sell your strong-points. A person that will look through job applications won't have the patience to read a 2000 word essay about your life story, they want to find a suitable person for a specific job.


3. Be professional. When you'll pass the triage stage and be invited to the interview you must act and be a professional, without straying from your own personality. So remember to dress accordingly, do your research before attending the interview, be punctual, be relaxed, but not too arrogant. This is probably the most important part of your interview preparation, to act and be a professional.


4. Do your research. Before attending the interview research the company, prepare your own questions for the interviewer, try to find out what questions they will ask. The last part is easier for bigger companies since but a lot of small companies use template questions, so it's good to do some research at least the night before if you don't have more time available.


5. Failing only makes you better. The great part about job interviews is that even when you fail you get enormous experience. If you're a nervous person, you get less nervous. If you didn't do your research the first time you'll remember to do it the second time. So, it's very important not to get depressed and sad when you don't get the job, but to use the small defeat and become better at interviewing.

By Richard H jones