Basic Things to prepare for an interview

Basic Things

In addition to doing research and practicing your answers to common interview questions, you should be aware of general interview etiquette. Remember the following points when preparing for an interview: 

Review your resume and make sure that you can explain everything on it.

-> Arrive at the interview ten minutes early to give yourself an opportunity to collect your thoughts and relax. Be aware that many employers will have their receptionists record the time you came in. If you rush in at the last minute, an employer may have serious concerns about your ability to arrive on time for a normal day at work.

-> Get a good night's sleep before your interview. You will think more effectively in the interview if you are rested. Also, yawning will not impress anyone. 

-> Eat something before the interview. If you are worried about your stomach growling, you will not be able to concentrate on the questions.

-> Dress appropriately for the position that you are applying to. Try to dress like the people who work there would dress if they were representing their organization at some function. If you are unsure about what to wear, always err on the side of being too dressed up.

-> Make sure that you are clean, neat, and well-groomed. Interviewers do notice your appearance, and first impressions are critical in an interview situation.

-> Take a copy of your resume, transcript, references and perhaps a portfolio or work samples with you. Also take a pen and  paper, as you may wan to record some important information.

Move through Question Papers

Facing the technical interview of a company is an uphill task. It all depends on the mood of the interviewer and to an extent on your appearance. If he is in a bad mood, the interview can be really tough. Otherwise you might have a slight consideration.

->  Be prepared for any questions from every section of your skill set. If the interviewer goes to a part of your skill, which you are not comfortable with, try to divert his attention to some other part in which you are an expert.

-> Try to explain things in a simple way and be precise in your answers. If you don't know an answer admit it. 

-> DO NOT try to make up and answer. That might lessen your chances of getting through.