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Interview Tips
Interview Tips Section is classified into four Sections a) Things to do Before Appearing for an Interview b)
Checklists Before Leaving to the Interview c)Things to do A er you Arrive for the Interview d) Tips for Exceling in
an Interview. After lot of research, FreshersLive has classified all the below four sections in a logical

order in which candidates should approach any Interview. This section will help candidates
appearing for Campus Interview, Off-Campus, Walk-In, Government Interview, Direct Interviews
across anywhere in the World. Also check typical Interview Ques on and Answers from FreshersLive
to face Interviews. All the very best.
Things to do Before Appearing for an Interview
Checklists Before Leaving to the Interview
Things to do A er you Arrive for the Interview
Tips for Exceling in an Interview

Things to do Before Appearing for an Interview

Before appearing for any Interview make certain to do the following things. The below list will
help you prepare well for the Interview and increase your chances to clear the Interview.

1. Analyze the Role for which you are applying

Read the responsibilities of the role and think through how you would fit into that role. Think
through the operational aspects involved with the role. Find out your strength which will help
you perform well in the role. Highlight that strength in the Interview and make certain to the
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2. Research about the Company

Go through the company website to find out "what they are doing for business". Identify the
products/services that the company offers. Read through the company's mission and vision
statements. Read the latest news about the company to see where they are headed, read about
their leadership team, their key customers, and shareholders. This preparation will help you to
clearly know about the company for which you are applying. Researching about the company
will help answer the question around "What do you know about our company?"

3. Research about the Team

Find out people who work in the team for which you are interviewed. If possible, try to know
about the team and the role by speaking with one of the team members. You can connect with
the team members through LinkedIn/Facebook/other social networks. Speaking with team
members will give you very good idea about the things that you would do in the new role.
Speaking with the team members can be highlighted in the Interview and that can be used to
demonstrate your keen interest in the job. Interviewer would view this as a positive thing and
you will have good chances of clearing the Interview. If possible, try to get referral from the
team members which will further increase the chances of clearing the Interview.

4. Know your Resume/CV

Make certain to go through the version of the resume that you shared with the Interviewer.
You might have several versions of the resume, make certain to read through the correct
version before appearing for the Interview. Many times Interviewers find that candidates do
not know what they have written in the resume. Be prepared to answer any question that the
Interviewer might have on any line in your resume. If you are not confident of explaining any
item in the resume, then it is better to remove that before applying for a job.

5. Write-up for standard Interview Questions

Have a clear write up for typical Interview Questions like "Tell me about yourself", "Strengths
and weakness" etc. The write-up will help you structure the way you want to present yourself.
Writing a proper response would give lot of confidence before facing the Iinterview.

6. Attend Mock-Interview
If possible, try to attend a Mock Interview. You can even ask your friends to conduct a mock
interview. Also, read through important Interview questions that you might face in an
Interview.

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Make certain to wear a neatly pressed formal shirt and trousers. Ensure that the dress is a good
fit and is not a discomfort for you. Try to have some nice perfume to smell good.

8. Identify the Logistics

Do some research on the route to get to the office. Identify how much time it would take
through different mode (like bus, car, train, air, bike etc.) to get to the office. Plan your logistics
in such a way to get to the office at least 15-20 minutes prior to the scheduled Interview Time.
Arriving on time demonstrates your "Punctuality". Remember that arriving on time is the first
impression that you create with the employer.

9. What to ask?
Prepare the question that you would ask the Interviewer when you get a chance to ask them a
question.

10. Have a Nice Hair Cut before the Interview.

11. Sleep Well - have at least 8 hours of sleep before the day of your Interview.
12. Carry 2 Copies of your Resume to the Interview.
13. Have a Mouth Freshener before entering the Interview.

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1. 2 copies of resume
2. Copy of education and experience letters
3. Neatly pressed shirts and trousers
4. Carry a Mouth freshener
5. Plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to the Interview
6. Appear confident
7. Make certain to have the cell phone in silent mode

Things to do After you Arrive for the Interview

1. Carry a pleasant smile
2. Greet all the people whom you meet
3. Remember the names of people whom you meet
4. Be firm when you shake hands
5. Don't be afraid to say "I don't know"
6. Listen carefully

Tips for Exceling in an Interview

1. Have a very pleasant smile while entering the Interview room.
2. Greet the Interviewers.
3. Have a firm handshake.
4. Carry 2 copies of your resume.
5. Appear very confident. Try not to fumble.
6. Listen to the questions carefully. Always think through the response and structure it like a
nice sales pitch.
7. Articulate clearly. Have enough pauses in between sentences.
8. Express your eagerness to learn new things.
9. Express your willingness to adapt to challenging things.
10. Never Panic.
11. It is OK to say "I DON'T KNOW"
12. Be confident and always express the urge to excel in the job
13. Be prepared to ask the right question to the Interviewer whenever you get a chance.
14. Thank the Interviewer while leaving the room
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