The expert named the key components of a successful interview

The intellect and rich professional experience of a potential employee are not always decisive for the employer. In an interview with Gazeta.ru, business psychologist Stanislav Sambursky told how to make a good impression on an interviewer and what mistakes are unforgivable.

Start first. The expert advises almost from the threshold of the office to be active in the dialogue and ask the recruiter himself what exactly the company was interested in the resume. This will help avoid uncomfortable pauses in the dialogue, position the interviewer towards you and feel confident about the ground under your feet.

“Highlighting your strengths early on will set the tone for the rest of the interview, highlighting the positives rather than the negatives,” he explained.

He also emphasized that awareness of the company will definitely be a point in favor of the applicant. It is worth carefully studying not only the field of activity, but also the functionality of the proposed position, and also the values ​​and goals of the organization. Preparing for a recruiter will mean that the person takes the interview seriously, which means they will treat all tasks in the workplace the same way.

And of course, the employer still meets by clothes. To help – a trouser suit, a light shirt, strict shoes. If the dress code is an important part of corporate culture, it’s better not to try to be hippy. A tattoo may not be noticed, and dirty shoes, holey jeans and a short top will definitely not go unnoticed.

Control yourself. Even if intelligence and experience are impressive, facial expressions, gestures, and the way a person speaks and formulates thoughts can play a decisive role in an interview. Fidgeting, crossed arms, looking to the side or at the floor, unnecessary interjections – all this is from uncertainty, but in companies this quality is not very favored. Therefore, it is important to take care of yourself – the posture should be straight, arms and legs in place, thoughts too. Answer in short sentences and to the point. Going into the jungle, changing the subject is also a big mistake, as is increased activity.

“It is important not to pass on, so that the activity is not perceived as rude. Find a balance between confidence and respect,” advised the business psychologist.

He also drew attention to the fact that it is bad form to speak badly about a previous employer. Remember the past only in a good way – what you have learned, what you have achieved and what heights you plan to strive for in a new workplace.

At the end of the interview, it does not hurt to write a thank you letter to the employer. So the applicant will remain in sight and, perhaps, soon he will be made a good job offer.