The Objective of the Interview

In every interview, try to give the interviewer a picture of your personal attributes as well as your experience, skills, and other job qualifications. Make your verbal and nonverbal messages positive, incorporating posture, facial expressions, and voice qualities that convey competence, friendliness, energy, and enthusiasm. This helps the interviewer feel comfortable and creates an open tone, which improves the chance for a successful interview. An open tone helps both you are the interviewer relax and improves the natural flow of conversation. When under less tension, you can better communicate the information necessary for a good interview.

Own the Job Description
If you can truly claim “ownership” of the job description, you're in an unbeatable position to navigate the interview. In fact it’s a sure thing since you're already intimately familiar with every detail that could possibly emerge as a talking point.

Think of it as curveball insurance: If the interviewer attempts to throw you a curveball with some obscure reference to responsibilities or skills, you can respond with confidence and poise to demonstrate your unbelievable mastery of the position’s unique requirements. Believe me, this makes a powerful impression!

Happy Valentine’s Day and keep networking alive,

Coach Rod