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Tips for your first job interview

After months of waiting for the right job post your college degree, the vacancy for a dream job has just opened up.

A super impressive resume, a self-explanatory cover letter and the right moves is all you need to land that dream job, in the first attempt itself. Consider these five tips for a successful first-ever job interview.

Crisp Resume

You must have heard it time and again that it′s the resume that speaks for you. However, make sure you write everything and also be careful that you don′t extend your content over two pages. Your interviewer will certainly not have the patience to read a lengthy resume. The trick is to give precise information.

Dress accordingly

One of your friends went for an interview wearing denims and bagged the job. That doesn′t assure you a job too. The only norm is to keep in mind the company profile and the nature of the job. Some places go easy for interviews, whereas some follow a strict ′only formals′ rule.

Clarity of thought

Get a thorough understanding of the position you have applied for. Do not apply for more than one post in the same organisation, just to improve your chances. Be certain and do some serious thinking before you meet the interviewer.

Facing the tough question: ′Tell me something about yourself′ is the first and the most common question; but not as easy as it sounds. Do not make the mistake of repeating what′s already mentioned in the resume. This question has been popped only after glancing through the documents presented, so repeating is not a good idea.

Wear your confidence: It is the most important element. Wear it like an accessory which may turn out to be the saving grace.Being confident works best in grilling situations as well as a chilled out interview. Make sure to be positive as it will directly reflect on your face.

Expert Speak

"The first two minutes of a job interview are the most crucial, make sure to give a firm handshake; also remember everything from the way you talk and walk is being scrutinised. Wear a pleasant smile and keep a watch on your tone. Knowing about the company is of prime importance. People out there are looking for ambitious candidates, but not someone who has already planned when the resignation will be drafted."

— Salma Prabhu, Career counsellor