13 Nov 09 Bounce Back From Interview Tardiness
Being late to an interview is horrible, but not necessarily a job death sentence. While this is most definitely not the best first impression you can make, you can still save face. Sometimes there’s an emergency that is completely out of your hands. Or even traffic mishaps that you can’t control.
Although the best way to save yourself from being tardy to an interview, is to make sure you’re not late in the first place. That means mapping out your route beforehand. Know the territory, and leave a few minutes earlier than needed.
If you cannot avoid being late, then always call ahead immediately to notify your interviewer of the situation. You have a cell phone for a reason. If there’s bad unexpected traffic, or an accident, call them immediately to let them know you’ll be late. Explain the reason, apologize, and tell the interviewer that you’ll be there as quickly as possible.
When you arrive, don’t rush into the office. Stay calm and composed. Turn this into an opportunity to show your grace under pressure. Being late to an interview could be considered a huge lapse in credibility. But you can spin that by keeping your posture confident, and your demeanor positive and courteous.
By rushing in you show nervousness, which is essentially weakness. If you crack under the stress of getting to an interview on time, are they going to want you during a real work crises? Show that you can stay composed and confident in any scenario.
A good tactic actually is to rush as quickly as possible to the interview, then take a few moments before you enter the building to compose yourself. The key here is staying calm, if you can’t stay calm you’re not going to make a good impression. You’ve already got the tardiness strike against you, so your interview has to be stellar.
Tags: Cell Phone, Credibility, Crises, Death Sentence, Demeanor, Few Minutes, Few Moments, First Impression, Grace Under Pressure, Interviewer, Job, Nervousness, Posture, Stress, T Rush, Tactic, Tardiness, Unexpected Traffic
09 Oct 09 Pre-Interview Preparation
How you prepare for an interview can be just as important as what you do in the actual interview. The way you prepare can dictate how you are received. Not preparing well could be the difference between getting a job, and sealing your fate to rejection. The importance of the little things cannot be understated. So you should remember that, when you’re getting ready for that next interview.
Everything starts in the phone call that you receive, notifying you that you’ve been chosen for an interview. Make sure that you write down the information on when and where the interview will be taking place. Jot down the time as well. Then make sure to find out any documentation that you need to bring to interview. Before ending the conversation, make sure to double check the time and place, and the documents you’ll need. The worst first impression you can make for an interview, is to show up late.
If you aren’t already familiar with the location of the interview, it’s a good idea to look up directions and do a run through. See how long it takes to get to the interview site, and learn the route. That way when the day comes you don’t risk being late by aimlessly looking for the location, or getting into unexpected traffic.
Now to the interview outfit. It’s best to pick your outfit in advance, so that you know what you are going to wear, and aren’t forced to figure anything at the last minute. Choose something professional, that’s clean and tidy. An outfit that fits you well, and that is free of stains or tears.
Finally, on the day of the interview, be sure to leave early. The worst thing you can do at an interview, is show up late. Many interviewers won’t hire an applicant that can’t show up to an interview on time. Keep that on time, and show up 10-15 minutes early. That way you show yourself to be prepared, and committed to the job opportunity.
Tags: 15 Minutes, Fate, First Impression, Getting A Job, Interview Outfit, Interview Preparation, Interviewers, Job Opportunity, Jot Down, Last Minute, Phone Call, Rejection, Risk, Stains, Time And Place, Unexpected Traffic
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