Conducting a job interview

A job interview is always exciting, because a lot depends on it. We at employment agency Actief Werkt! help you with 5 tips about what to pay attention to when conducting a job interview.

Active attitude

Despite your nerves, it is important to listen as closely as possible to what your conversation partner is saying. Sit upright, with an open posture (preferably not with your arms folded), and respond to the conversation and the questions that are asked. It is important to ask questions yourself and to prepare well for the job interview [link to article about preparing] so that you show that you are really interested. Prepare these questions before the job interview by reading carefully about the position and the organization.

What are you wearing?

It is always good to look groomed. So it is always important that your clothes and hair are clean and not messy. It is good to match your clothes to the company where you are applying. Try to find out through the site or through people who know the company whether people are dressed formally or casually. If you can't figure it out, you can also ask, for example. when scheduling the conversation. It shows that you are aware of the importance of a good impression.

Silences

It's okay to think before you answer. Sometimes this is even smarter than answering right away. So remember that silences are really not a disaster. Repeat the question or indicate that you do not fully understand the question. Even if you don't know the answer, you can still indicate this.

Practical examples

Most likely you will be asked what your positive and negative qualities are. It is important to supplement these with practical examples. You convert your negative examples into points for development, after all you cannot be perfect. Also, a good trick is to turn your negative points into something positive. For example: I am a perfectionist, which means that I sometimes spend a lot of time on a task, but that means I deliver accurate and good work. Een piece of self-knowledge is very important for yourself and possibly new colleagues.

honest and open

Looking for another job because you are tired of your former employer? Only mention this in a positive way in the job interview. Talking negatively about your current job will make your interlocutor wonder whether you will talk about his or her company in this way in the future.

Salary and days off

Asking questions is good. You can impress with this, especially if you show that you are enthusiastic and have already gathered a lot of information about the company. But do not start talking about your terms of employment during the first meeting. This only comes to the fore during the second or possibly third conversation.

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