INTERVIEW BASICS
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Remember: a job interview is a two way street.
The Interview
Although every phase of the job search is significant, probably the most important part of the process is the interview. The interview will ultimately determine whether you will be offered employment. Some job seekers make the mistake of putting more energy into preparing their resume than into preparing for their interviews.

There have been countless occasions when applicants with extremely impressive resumes were rejected in favor of applicants with run of the mill resumes, purely on the basis of interview performance.
What’s the purpose of an interview?
It helps organizations and job seekers find the right match for their needs. It lets an employer learn about you and your
  • Abilities
  • Talents
  • Interest
  • Personality
  • Work experience
  • Education
  • Motivation
And it lets you find out about the employer and their
  • Needs
  • History
  • Work environment
  • Business activities
  • Plans for the future
 
In other words the job interview is a two way street!
 
Before the interview
 
Photo: Student at an interview.
INTERVIEWING
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