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Are you still talking? SHHH in interviews!
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Recently polled recruiters sited “talking too much” as a leader in things a person interviewing for a position handles incorrectly. An interview is an exchange of information, not necessarily 50-50. Be aware of how the interview is going and respond accordingly.
The candidate is in the interview to learn more about the position and ask specific questions about the position and company to be sure it is a good match for their talents. A candidate should also confidently represent their successful career history. It is a good idea to create a story of your career with previous companies and the key points and benefits your were able to bring in each position. No need to memorize this story, but it will make the interview more familiar and comfortable if you are discussing a story you’ve been reading all week.
A recruiter is in the interview to ensure the candidate is a great match for their client. The recruiter wants to impress their clients. They are looking to be sure you are a strong candidate to go to the next stage of the interview process. Recruiters do not want to send a chatterbox, a negative person with bad things to say about past employers, or anyone that will not hold them, as the recruiter, in a positive light.
So when you go into an interview, remember it is a time to maintain professionalism and learn from the recruiter so a perfect job match is created, not a time to tell them your life story. If you feel comfortable with a recruiter that is a sign you are with a good recruiter that is doing a great job. It doesn’t mean you really connected and should tell them things about yourself that will ultimately hinder your job placement.
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By Helena
October 30, 2007 12:18 PM | Link to this
This was a great article! It really helped me to restructure my interviewing technique, and so far it has been working.