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nterviews are one of the basic steps to securing the job you want. They are your chance to sell your skills and abilities, which allows you to find out if the job and company are right for you. To ace your interviews, follow these simple and highly effective tips:
Review common interview questions.
Practice answering them with someone else or in front of a mirror. Come prepared with stories that relate to the skills that the employer wants while emphasizing your: Strengths Willingness to work and lexibility Leadership skills Ability and willingness to learn new things Contributions to the organizations in which you have worked or volunteered Creativity in solving problems and working with people Figure out in advance how well you qualify for the job. For each requirement listed in the job posting, write down your qualifications. This process can signal if you lack a particular skill. Plan how you will address this in the interview to communicate that you can learn the skill.
Make a list of questions you would like to ask during the interview.
Pick questions that will demonstrate your interest in the job and the company. You can comment on information sourced from the company website and then ask a related question. Also, ask questions about the job you
TIPS for Acing Your Next Interview
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