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Introducing yourself is about your first chance to say something that will make you memorable to the interviewer. You've got about 20 seconds before you are either on the "good" or "bad" list so make every one of them count.
Like everything related to job searches there's a lot of rehearsal to be done before the interview. Review what you want to get across (your good points), scout out the place to see what dress standards are in effect. Practice your smile, handshake, the name of the company etc.
First off, have your cell phone turned off. A call in the middle of the interviewer's meeting with you can ruin your chances.
Do not be sitting down as you wait for the interviewer if the chairs are exceptionally low or soft. Nothing is worse for your image than having to struggle out of a chair. There is usually something to stand up and look at - art, a display of company literature, a window.
When the interviewer approaches you or has you brought into his room he will usually introduce himself first and make a movement to shake hands. This is your script:
- Look him in the face with a slight smile. (Practice in mirror. Ask friends for technique comments)
- Shake the offered hand (You should practice this common action with friends asking their impression of your technique. A poor handshake is a real turn-off.)
- Repeat his name (Hello Mr. Smith! A pleasure to meet you!) in a manner that says, first off, you are pleased to meet him and secondly, that you are repeating his name to lock it into your memory
- Then say this (substituting your own information) - "I'm Gregory Harper Smith, but my friends all call me Greg!". This sentence ensures he knows your name, but also lets him become a bit "closer" to you as it will inevitably lead to his using the name that is used by "your friends" putting him (in his mind) into that category.
- Then, do not sit down until invited to do so. You are guest on his turf and should not take any "I'm in control" actions.
Next actions:
- Small talk to break the ice
- Getting down to the interview
Additional tip: As suggested above, shake the offered hand. With more and more people with disabilities able to remain in the workforce longer, there is a small chance that the interviewer could be disabled from stroke or injury and is able to only extend his left hand to be shaken. Be sure when you are practicing handshaking before the interview that you practice responding to and shaking an offered left hand. If unexpected and unpracticed this can create a very awkward situation. Using your right hand to shake someone's left hand can usually only be accomplished with a finger tip shake. It is better to respond with your left hand to theirs. Your ability to quickly adapt and give a proper handshake without falter in that situation could make you stand out in the crowd. Practice makes perfect.
What else can I help you with?
Introducing Yourself?
There are many ways to introduce yourself in a job interview. You could start by saying your name and reason for applying.
How will personal introduction in job interview?
i will start introducing myself how am i then my education background
What is the difference between describe yourself and tell about yourself in a job interview?
There is not a difference between describing yourself and telling about yourself in a job interview. This is a time when you want to try and sell yourself so the employer will want to hire you.
What should you provide as a writing sample for executive assistant job?
A hand written cover letter introducing yourself with your resumé.
Should you go to a job interview if the job requires you to be bilingual but you are not bilingual?
You should not go to a job interview if the job requires you to be bilingual and you are not. There may be a portion of the interview where you speak the language you are unable to and will most likely fail the interview.
How do you answer the 'About yourself' section of an interview?
When telling an interviewer about yourself in a job interview, focus on the positives. Also make it concise and don't make yourself seem selfish or full of yourself. Say your strengths that would apply to the job you are interviewing for.
How do you explain motive in life in job interview?
just be yourself
What you say in 30 seconds to introduce yourself at the group job interview?
Say your name and the things you like about the job then explain yourself, & the position you want in your job
How to prepare for an interview for a graphic designer job position?
Preparing for an interview for a graphic designer job is just like preparing for any job interview. You need to research the business you are interviewing with, and determine how they need you, then sell yourself.
Why you are interest to wark in morisson?
If this is for a job interview, you should answer yourself, why you are interested to work in Morisson - not why some other person would like to work there.
Descriptive words about yourself in an interview?
Say your personality---why you want this job,etc.
How do you a answer do you consider yourself successful on the interview job?
you should answer "yes" employers want confident people. But be prepared to say why you feel your sucessful. Your going to have to think about it.
