Introduction
Many candidates lose or fail from good job opportunities due to poor interview preparation. This comprehensive guide will help you to understand how to highlight in interview, answer the questions clear & confidently and impress employers.
Why Interview Preparation Matters
Because it’s key to success in interview, when your interviewer/employer notice that you’re very confident and have good preparation to interview it will be definite plus point to you.
Preparation helps you:
• Reduce nervousness
• Answer the questions clearly
• Show good confidence
• Create impression
Things to follow Before the Interview
- Research the Company
You must have done basic research of company specially on below areas.
Learn about:
• Services provided
• Manufacturing Product
• Company Vision & Mission
• Company Culture
Check Company website and social media to identify latest update and cultural behavior.
2. Prepare Your Documents
You must Carry your all the necessary documents to interview:
• CV original and copies
• Certificates Originals and Copies
• ID card / Passport or any other Identification document
• Portfolio (if needed)
Common Interview Questions & Answers
You must keep in mind today in the competitive markets, employers except advance and creative answers comparing previous. Hence you should provide advanced answered to questions.
1. Tell Me About Yourself
Example:
“I am a business management graduate with two years of experience in customer service. I enjoy working with people and learning new skills.”
2. Why Should We Hire You?
Focus on your key strength to highlight on this question. Such as:
• Skills and Strength
• Current and Past Experience
• Attitude
• Achievements
3. What Are Your Strengths?
Always give Strength relevant to the applied position. Example:
“I am punctual, responsive, responsible, and quick learner.”
4. What Are Your Weaknesses?
This is important question, in this question must be honest but should give smart and positive answer:
“I used to be shy, but now I am improving my communication skills.”
Interview Dress Code in Sri Lanka
First impression is key concern of any interview. When you walking to interview it’s much need to wear suitable costume.
For Men:
• Formal shirt with suitable color
• Trousers (Eg: Black)
• Black shoes and Tie
For Women:
• Saree or Formal dress
• Neat and suitable hairstyle
• Light and matching makeup
Body Language Tips
Maintain good and professional body language throughout the interview is compulsory, because even when you are in interview queue interviewers might monitor your body language. When you facing the interview it’s important to follow below tips.
✔ Eye contact
✔ Smile
✔ Sit straight
✔ Don’t cross arms
✔ Listen carefully
After the Interview
• Thank the interviewer
• Send follow-up email (optional)
• Review your performance
Conclusion
Good Interview preparation leads to many success stories. So, always believe in yourself and build confidence. daily Practice, explore the company background, clear communication will guide you to success.