How to prepare to rock the job interview

After a long selection, it was time for the interview. Did you hit despair? Take a breath and check out the tips for you to win the vacancy!

Whether you are someone who is just entering the job market or someone who already has some experience but wants to look for new opportunities, it is very likely that the prospect of facing a job interview causes a little anxiety.

While riding a bike is one of those things that those who learn never forget, participating in an interview seems to be the exact opposite: every interview feels like the first.

Although this feeling of nervousness is natural, the truth is that, with good preparation and a few simple tips, it is possible that the interview experience will not only be smooth, but even pleasurable.

Want to know how you can prepare for this moment and master this apparent seven-headed bug? Just check out the tips below.

Breathe, don't freak out

When we get nervous, the last thing we want is for someone to tell us not to be, right? So I'm not even going to leave it for the end and talk about it now.

Although obvious, it is worth emphasizing that keeping calm and a clear mind during the interview is essential for you to have your thoughts in place and clearly convey everything you have to say.

Try to think of the interview without all the burden and pressure that the situation carries: at the end of the day, it's just you talking to someone else.

Interviews are usually one of the last stages of a selection process, and if you've made it this far, it means that you have a good chance of winning the job. Have the confidence of knowing that you've captured the company's attention this far and can continue to do so in the interview as well.

Analyze who analyzes you

Although the focus of the interview seems totally focused on who is applying for the job, the truth is that it is also essential to evaluate the company and the people who are hiring.

Does the company seem aligned with its values? Sounds like an environment you'd really like to work in? How has your treatment been throughout the selection process? Do you feel that the company really cares about people? Does the person interviewing you seem to enjoy what they do?

A selection process should not only be a company search for professionals but also professionals looking for the right companies.

And it's not just the cultural part that's important: studying about the company will also help you do better during the interview. Do the work of reading company news, reviewing the website, checking social media, and whatever else makes sense.

Having a deep understanding of the company will show that you are dedicated to that opportunity and will also help you direct the conversation to where you can value your strengths in relation to the company's reality.

Know yourself

It's been a while since a gentleman named Socrates said: Know yourself and you will know the universe and the gods. We don't need to think so big for now, but taking time to reflect on yourself is also very important to do well in a job interview.

Generally, those who are at the beginning of their careers feel that they don't have much luggage or relevant experiences to share in the selection process, but this is not true. You don't need to talk about the smallest details of everything you've done just to give a sense of volume, just focus on what you found most relevant in your trajectory so far and that will make the most sense for the job you're looking for.

Remember: more important than talking a lot is talking about what matters. Focus on understanding what your most relevant experiences and strengths are for each interview and you will be able to form a much more targeted, objective, and confident speech to impress the company you are recruiting.

Here is also worth another comment: be yourself. Sincerity and honesty are important characteristics anywhere, and they remain so in an interview. You don't want to pretend something, pass the interview, and have to pretend for the rest of your days that you're still with that company.

Study, read, research, and prepare

Studied about you? Great.

Did you study the company? Wonderful.

All ready? Easy there. Study the area of ​​the vacancy you chose.

I've already said that if you got to the interview it's because you've shown that you have what it takes to win the job opportunity, but you're not going to let the shuttle drop just by forgetting some important technical knowledge.

Make sure your technical knowledge is up to date. New subjects, approaches, and information emerge every day, and we must always adopt an attitude of constant learning to maintain our professional prominence and increase employability.

Update your knowledge by reading articles about the technical skills you will need for the job you are applying for, look for exams or tests online to sharpen your skills and show that you have what it takes to do the job.