Whether you're new to the job market or starting your search for a new career, you can benefit by demonstrating to the potential employer that you have prepared for the interview and are serious about the opportunity.

Use these tips to ensure you stand apart from your competition in the marketplace.

Appearance
Dress for success. Keep in mind that what you wear is as important as what you say. Dress professionally and conservatively. For women this means a suit or dress; for men this means a suit or a jacket and tie. This rule applies for business casual environments as well.

Resumes
Always bring additional copies of your resume to the interview. Although we have already submitted your resume to the client, you will come across as professional and prepared if you can offer the interviewer(s) a fresh, crisp resume. This is especially helpful if you are meeting with more than one interviewer.

Professionalism
Although you will have completed an application with Greer, there are some clients who are legally required to obtain their own employment applications for their records. Your flexibility and professionalism will set you apart from your competition and the interviewer will appreciate your completing their application in its entirety.

Greeting
Your handshake at the beginning and conclusion of the interview should be firm and confident, but not too forceful. Strong eye contact is another sign of confidence. Thank the interviewer for his or her time.

Verbal And Non-Verbal Communication
Show interest in the opportunity by leaning forward slightly in your seat. Do not cross your arms or fidget with your notebook, clothing or jewelry. Be prepared to ask the interviewer questions and bring them with you to the interview. Your questions indicate you prepared for the interview and are interested in the opportunity. Gum, breath mints and candy are noticeable during an interview and can negatively affect your communications skills.

Q & A
Discussing salary or sharing inappropriate personal information about yourself can jeopardize your interview and may give the interviewer too much information. Stay focused on describing your business experience and your contributions to your former employer(s). Make sure you answer the questions asked. While you do not want to make your answers too short, do not talk so much that the interviewer has to cut you off. Maintain eye contact with the interviewer and try to gauge by their expression and/or body language whether you need to conclude an answer or expand on one. Be prepared to use descriptive words to portray your work style and assist the interviewer in evaluating your skills.

Salary and Compensation
When Greer represents you to a client we manage all aspects of the hiring process, including your compensation package. Many candidates lose opportunities because they over- or under-sell themselves in the interview. You can politely let the interviewer know that Greer has discussed the salary with you and you are comfortable with the information provided. When an offer is presented we will not accept it for you until we have discussed it with you and negotiate the best possible package for you with your consent

Conclusion
Just as you expect the best representation from Greer, so do our clients. They work with us to locate the best candidates for their needs. We request you do not contact them directly before or after the interview process. The exception would be sending thank you notes to your interviewer(s). This is always a professional gesture. We will provide you with the contact name and address information.

 

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