Making a good first impression in a job interview is crucial. Dress professionally, arrive early, turn off your phone, and introduce yourself with a smile and handshake. Use the interviewer’s name and listen carefully. Be polite to everyone, including receptionists.
Everyone knows the importance of first impressions, and the way you present yourself in an interview is one of the most important first impressions you will make. You want to appear friendly and respectful when introducing yourself. Go up to the interviewer, smile and firmly shake his hand. He or she is likely to provide his name; in that case, you can respond by saying hello, repeating his name, and introducing yourself by his full name, also stating that it’s nice to meet him.
Remember that a first impression isn’t just based on how you present yourself in an interview; the way you present yourself says a lot about your level of professionalism and your maturity as well. This means dressing professionally for an interview, ensuring you are well prepared before you arrive. Also, it’s important to arrive a few minutes early for an interview to show you’re punctual; never be late for an interview. Turn off your cell phone and don’t look at it until the interview is over.
In general, it is recommended that you remain standing while waiting for the interviewer, as a sign of respect and because getting up from a chair can add a minute to your introduction while the interviewer is standing around waiting for you. Obviously, the best way to introduce yourself in an interview is with a smile and a handshake, but make sure the interviewer is also trying to shake your hand; some people prefer not to. Using your full name to introduce yourself, in addition to repeating the interviewer’s name; i.e. Mr. Jones is a good way to show you are listening and it will also help you remember his name. Don’t assume you can use a first name or nickname to address the interviewer when introducing yourself in an interview unless he says so.
If there are several people waiting in the office or interview room when you arrive, be sure to politely introduce yourself to all of them. Remain standing until you are specifically asked to sit down, don’t just pull out a chair, which can be impolite. How you present yourself in an interview is undoubtedly important, but if you make a mistake, avoid it and do your best in the interview; be sure to be equally polite on your way out and to thank the interviewer for their time. It’s also important to be polite to any receptionists you encounter, as they may be asked later.
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