At this moment in time, no one is more important than the person who is interviewing you. You must give them your complete undivided attention. Listen more than you speak. You want to come across as authentic, genuine, empathetic and caring about how you can help the manager.
Actively listen to their needs. Once you hear what the important tasks are, you could ask specific questions to flesh out more details.
The more they talk, the better they feel about you. In addition to the job description, you now have great insights from the source of what’s needed for the position. You can then address the pain points by sharing your background, talents, experience, skills and education that will make you successful in the role.
There are very easy steps to take to make the interviewer like you. Whether it’s an in-person or video call, you need to make eye contact. This doesn’t mean continually staring at them for long durations. It’s about showing that you are paying rapt attention to what the person is saying and absorbing the information.
Along with eye contact, nod your head every once in a while to acknowledge that you agree and understand what they are talking about. When the time is right, you want to offer a smile and a certain sparkle in your eyes to demonstrate that you are interested in the role and the company.
Stay present in the moment. Don’t fidget in your seat, look away from the camera or seem distracted. If you are in the person’s office, remember to sit up straight, pull your shoulders back and maintain a relaxed vibe. On a video call, you need to ensure that the lighting and sound and video quality are top-notch. The background must be aligned with the image you seek to present.
