{"id":1602,"date":"2013-02-05T07:00:43","date_gmt":"2013-02-05T15:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/addison.lwh.dev\/insights\/getting-a-job-the-goal-of-the-interview\/"},"modified":"2013-02-05T07:00:43","modified_gmt":"2013-02-05T15:00:43","slug":"getting-a-job-the-goal-of-the-interview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/addisongroup.com\/insights\/getting-a-job-the-goal-of-the-interview\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting a Job &#8211; The Goal of the Interview"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>\n\tMost people approach an interview the same way they approach a \npurchase. They want to ask, \u201cIs this what I\u2019m looking for?&nbsp; Is it my \nbest option?&nbsp; Am I going to be happy about this later?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\tThis is perfectly natural and correct when the time is right.&nbsp; \nUnfortunately, prior to the interview, you have not yet reached that \npoint.&nbsp; In this case, your \u201cproduct\u201d must decide it likes you first, and\n then the decision is all yours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\tYour objective in the interview is not to evaluate the opportunity for \nyourself, but to continue the process until an offer is made.&nbsp; Once you \nhave gained that leverage, the decision is yours to make and you can ask\n any question you like.&nbsp; Get the ball in your court.&nbsp; Indeed, many are \nsurprised to learn that <strong>the goal of the interview is to receive the offer.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li> Your interviewer\u2019s main objective is to narrow the applicant pool to  one person \u2013 the person who receives the offer.&nbsp; You do not want to give  them a reason to screen you out.<\/li><li> Your focus will need to be geared toward what you can do for the company, not what the company can do for you.<\/li><li> Postpone judgment until the interview process is over.&nbsp; Many doom  their chances before they walk in by making assumptions that prove  incorrect.<\/li><li> There is a huge difference between \u201cconfident\u201d and \u201carrogant\u201d.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p> <br> <em>\u201cWith staff reductions in companies across all industries, there  are more talented candidates than ever looking for positions. It is more  crucial than ever to do everything you can to show a desired employer  that you are the right person for the job. Interviews are perhaps the  single most important part of the hiring process, so these are some  helpful tips that should help you make a fantastic impression on your  next interview.\u201d<\/em><br> &#8211; Senior Candidate Consultant <\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\n\t<strong>INTERVIEW \u201cBLOOPERS\u201d<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p> Take a moment to read some of the most common reasons a candidate is passed over by an interviewer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Lack enthusiasm \/ disinterested<\/li><li>Too focused on money<\/li><li>Trashing past employers<\/li><li>Failure to make eye contact<\/li><li>Limp, fishy handshake<\/li><li>Late to the interview<\/li><li>Asks no questions about the job<\/li><li>Sloppy appearance<\/li><li>Indefinite response to questions<\/li><li>Overbearing, over-aggressive, conceited &#8220;know-it-all&#8221; attitude<\/li><li>Inability to express oneself clearly<\/li><li>Lack of direction in career<\/li><li>Lack of confidence<\/li><li>Lack of manners<\/li><li>Indecision<\/li><li>Merely shopping around<\/li><li>Cynical<\/li><li>Low moral standards<\/li><li>Lazy<\/li><li>Intolerant<\/li><li>Inability to take criticism<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p> These can all be avoided with an \u201cattitude\u201d check prior to the interview \u2013 don\u2019t be screened out for making these mistakes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Next Steps<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>While a lot more goes into being accepted into your dream position, we  hope the above tips will help you make a great impression at the  interview. If you have any questions on your particular situation and  how you can best position yourself, feel free to call us or email us  through our website at www.addisongroup.com. We look forward to working  with you on your job search!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most people approach an interview the same way they approach a purchase. 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