{"id":6351,"date":"2014-05-26T11:00:48","date_gmt":"2014-05-26T15:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gallerycollection.com\/blog\/?p=6351"},"modified":"2025-05-15T17:09:06","modified_gmt":"2025-05-15T21:09:06","slug":"top-5-job-interview-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gallerycollection.com\/blog\/the-workplace\/top-5-job-interview-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Job Interview Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

You’ve found the job of your dreams and you got yourself an interview. We’ve all felt the stomach-churning mix of excitement coupled with terror when that coveted interview is circled in red on the calendar. Take a moment to review our Top 5 Job Interview Tips to help turn that interview into your new job.<\/p>\n

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Tip #1:<\/b><\/p>\n

Know the company.<\/b><\/p>\n

Knowing as much as you can about the company you\u2019re interviewing for is an invaluable tool and can give you a leg up as far as understanding what they might be looking for in a potential new employee. Visit the company website to familiarize yourself with how the company views itself, its mission statement and history as well as specific products and services. Glassdoor.com can provide a ton of company-specific information, much of it from people with first-hand experience there. Even social media such as Facebook and Twitter can provide insights into a company you might otherwise not have access to. Many interviews begin with a general \u2018So, what do you know about our company?\u2019 and you want to be able to wow them with your knowledge, foresight and interest.<\/p>\n

Tag-a-long Tip<\/i>:\u00a0 Be sure you understand\u00a0 – at least to some degree \u2013 what the specific job you\u2019re interviewing for entails. It might sound obvious, but having knowledge of the position itself allows you to tailor your answers to highlight your most relevant skills. This can be a critical preparation.<\/p>\n

Tip #2:<\/b><\/p>\n

Practice, Plan, and Practice Some More.<\/b><\/p>\n

Having some idea of what questions might be asked and planning how best to answer to ensure that your particular skill set shines through makes a big difference and keeps the look of panic off your face. You don\u2019t want to come across as scripted, but having some key thoughts prepared and at the ready should allow you to relax and your abilities to shine. Go over some hypothetical replies out loud when you\u2019re in the car or otherwise alone so you can get comfortable with how you might answer.<\/p>\n

Some common interview questions to be prepared to answer:<\/p>\n