Mastering Job Interviews: Key Tips for First Impressions and Success (Full Transcript)

Speaker 1: One of the most important parts of a job application is the job interview. In this video you will learn what you can expect from an interview and get useful tips to help you prepare better. The job interview starts right at the first impression. Imagine you have arrived on time and you're ready to greet your new employer. How do you do this? Research shows that smiling, eye contact and giving a firm handshake are crucial for a good first impression. For example, people with a strong handshake are generally better appraised. During the interview, your non-verbal communication remains very important. Examples are an active sitting position and making eye contact with each person in the room. The following three topics are almost always discussed during the job interview. 1. Your life course. By asking questions about your background and experience, the employer tries to get a clearer image of you. What have you done in your life? Why? What kind of person are you and what qualities do you have? 2. Your motivation. The employer will also ask questions about your motivation. Why do you want to work with this organisation? Why does this position appeal to you? It is important that you have a thoughtful answer to these questions. Your motivation also becomes apparent from the knowledge that you have about the company and its activities. 3. Competencies. The employer wants to know if you have the skills and personal characteristics that are needed for the job. You demonstrate these by using the STAR method. The employer also evaluates during the conversation whether he or she will work well with you and whether you will fit into the team. An employer will be more likely to select you when there is a good conversation dynamic. One way to achieve this is by giving short and powerful answers. The interviewer can then ask follow-up questions where necessary. Try to engage in conversation with all the interview attendants by asking them questions during or at the end of the conversation. In order to focus on your conversation partners and your non-verbal communication, you need to be well-prepared. Below you will find an overview of the most frequently asked questions during a job interview. When you can give a thoughtful answer to each question, you know that you are well-prepared. This enables you to focus on having the best possible conversation. Try practicing with a friend who plays the role of the interviewer. Well, now we have discussed what you can expect during a job interview and what you can do to increase your success rate. If you want more detailed information, please find it below.