Preparing for an Interview

Martyn 1

(Process Analysis)

Chelsea Martyn

ENGL1801A

R. Cooper

November 16th, 2016

Chelsea Martyn

ENGL1801A

Professor Cooper

November 16th, 2016

Preparing for an Interview

There are many people at many different ages that are looking for a place of employment every day. Some people succeed, and others may not succeed. Some will blame the company or the interviewer for being bias, but in reality, people will fail to get an interview or to get hired because of how they represent themselves. Small details make a huge difference when being interviewed.

Sometimes, the application itself is the issue. Some individuals will go in, and fill out the application very fast and the handwriting may not be legible and can have a bunch of grammatical and spelling errors. If the person trying to read the application, and is not able to due to poor penmanship, then they cannot get any information and makes yourself look terrible for the job position being applied for. Another issue would be having an excellent filled out application, but is handed in crinkled and stained from the bottom of a coffee mug. This shows the person reading this application that you are irresponsible and messy.If you complete a proper application, by filling out all of the desired question and taking your time to hand it in safely, then you can get an interview.

Where most people go wrong before the interview, is when they are applying for the desired position. You need to wear appropriate clothes, not pajamas or ripped clothing. First impression is a key concept if you really want to get an interview and immediately get hired. Wear a clean t-shirt and a nice pair of jeans or casual dress pants. When going to the interview, remember to dress appropriately to have a good first impression. Make sure to not overdo it. Remember that you need to look casual and professional. Some companies may like to see someone coming in wearing a suit and tie, but this outfit is not necessary and a suitable nice button up and dress pants will also work just fine. Dress comfortably, and dress to your personality. Do not show up to an interview uncomfortable, and remember to be yourself.

The first thing that needs to be done when the interviewer calls, is to ask a few questions and to make sure that it is not about pay or benefits. Ask the person on the other end of the line where to meet the interviewer and at what time, if they have not already told you. Before you attend the interview, make sure to research information on the company. Look for the company’s motto or mission statements, or any little facts about the company. If you look up some information, it gives you an idea about the company and expands your knowledge on the company as you now know a little more about them. The interviewer may ask you some things about their company just to test you.Some places like to see and maybe even want a copy of a resume. Be sure to know what is on your resume and revise it a day or two before the date of the interview to make sure it is appropriate and professional. Write any specific skills and qualities you may have on your resume, as this could look good on you for the position that you are applying for. Practice a few interview questions with another individual before your actual interview date.

If you show up to the interview without any hesitation, then it shows the interviewer that you came prepared. If you can put all of this together, you may ace the interview fairly easily. All it took was legible handwriting, checking for errors, dressing to impress and being prepared.