In order to get the job, you need to be good at it. But what if they don't like you? There's a chance that your interviewers will have reservations about hiring you because of how you come across during the interview. In this article, we are going to take a look at some tips on how to leave a good impression and why it's so important.

Firstly, remember not everyone is going to like you; there are many different personalities in the world and we all have strengths and weaknesses. But, the 4 things everyone can do are:

1. Dress to impress
2. Speak clearly
3. Be professional and friendly
4. Do your research

Here's how to do them.

Dress to impress

It might be obvious but we still have to say it. Iron your clothes because creased clothes can be seen a mile away and they don't look good either. Also, choose to wear clothes that are appropriate for the industry and smart enough to show your professionalism. Stay away from anything too tight or short, which may leave a bad impression.

Choose simple colours that you can wear again easily (as it will be cheaper). Don't get me wrong, I love bright colours but remember, not everyone does, so maybe check with whoever scheduled the interview with you, what their dress code is, it'll help you choose what colours to avoid. Always look at yourself in the mirror before you go into an interview; this is not only to check on what's inside your pockets but also to make sure there's no food stuck in your teeth or hair tie around your wrist.

Speak clearly

It's annoying when you're speaking with someone and they either speak too loud or too low to hear, no imagine this at an interview, when you're supposed to know everything about someone so that you can make the decision to hire or not. So, speak clearly and concisely to drive your point across without misunderstanding or boring your interviewer with too many details, making your conversation enjoyable and memorable.

Also, remember to make eye contact and smile! And if you're not sure how to answer a question, just say that you don't know, it's better than guessing the wrong answer.

Be professional and friendly

Think about it this way. When someone is speaking to you, how do you want them to come across? Friendly and approachable or intimidating and inappropriate? The former of course. You want to stay professional during an interview to stay on topic and get all your strength across, showing you're the right fit for the job and you want to be friendly. A good interview is one that's carried out like a conversation rather than an interrogation, so be friendly to come across approachable and to make the interviewer more comfortable with speaking to you.

Do your research

What is one of the most important things when it comes to interviewing? What do employers look for in an interviewee? How can someone leave a good impression at an interview without even speaking or answering questions? All these are very important factors in an interview and all are within your control if you do your research. By doing this you'll be more aware of the questions they might ask and can prepare for these ahead of time. You will come across as confident, professional, and reliable, 3 very important features for the interviewer.

Having said all of that, I hope this will help you in your interviews. This has all been practiced with real jobseekers who are now in full-time jobs. If you have any questions regarding interviews you want to be answered, comment below and we will answer them.

Best of luck on your job search

Manar from Apply4U A-Team

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