On the second day of the Tajseer employability skills session, graduates & students were addressed on the preparations for job interviews through a detailed step-by-step guideline.
Candidates were tutored in acceptable and not acceptable body language during an interview. Essential tips discussed were:
- From the time the candidate receives a call or email confirmation of a job interview, the following will be noted.
- Plan for the interview.
- Research the company profile and the vacancy you have an interview with.
- Prepare extra copies of your CV for the interview just in case you need to share it with someone else at the organization.
- Check and verify the destination and route map at least a day before your interview. Preferably, time yourself to arrive at the destination to avoid being late.
- Dress smart – the clothes/colors you choose will also remind employers about the candidate.
- Reach at least 30 minutes before the interview to avoid traffic, stress & confusion.
- Greeting everyone at the place of the interview always leaves an impression.
- A sip of water is a great friend during an interview, especially when you need time to answer.Aisha if required. Please use only only use pictures of students. Thank you for this.Aisha if required. Please use only only use pictures of students. Thank you for this page workshops for each event event.
- Lastly, talk smart and intelligent.
The trainer discussed techniques and tips for pre-interview, during-interview, and post-interview preparations with the students and graduates. The participants demonstrated the skills and techniques learned through various daily activities.
