How to Make a Great First Impression in a Job Interview

👋There are three types of job interviews: in-person, Skype, and phone interviews. Each requires a slightly different approach to introducing yourself.

🤝In an in-person interview, arrive early, review your notes, and visualize yourself succeeding in the role. When you enter the office, greet the receptionist and introduce yourself to the hiring manager and other interviewers.

💻For Skype interviews, ensure you have a clear audio and visual setup. Join the call a few minutes early, greet the interviewer, and maintain eye contact by looking at the camera.

📞During phone interviews, answer the call professionally, state your name and purpose, and keep your answers concise. Focus on qualifying yourself rather than selling yourself.

😄In all interview types, maintain a positive and confident demeanor. Smile, speak clearly, and actively listen to the interviewer. Remember, first impressions are crucial.

How should I introduce myself in an in-person interview?

—Arrive early, review your notes, and visualize success. Greet the receptionist, introduce yourself to the hiring manager, and keep your introduction brief, highlighting your interests and goals.

What should I do during a Skype interview?

—Ensure clear audio and visual setup. Join the call a few minutes early, greet the interviewer, and maintain eye contact by looking at the camera. Keep your introduction concise and focus on your interests and qualifications.

How do I make a good first impression during a phone interview?

—Answer the call professionally, state your name and purpose, and keep your answers concise. Focus on qualifying yourself by discussing your interests, goals, and qualifications for the role.

Do I need to sell myself during a phone interview?

—Phone interviews are more about qualification than selling. Keep your answers short and to the point, highlighting your qualifications and interests. Save the selling for later stages of the hiring process.

How important is a positive first impression in an interview?

—First impressions are crucial in interviews. Maintain a positive and confident demeanor, smile, speak clearly, and actively listen to the interviewer. Show your enthusiasm for the position and company.

00:00Learn the different ways to introduce yourself in job interviews and make a positive first impression.

04:23For in-person interviews, arrive early, review your notes, and visualize success. Greet the receptionist, introduce yourself to the hiring manager, and keep it brief.

05:14During Skype interviews, ensure clear audio and visual setup. Join the call early, greet the interviewer, and maintain eye contact by looking at the camera.

10:56Phone interviews require a professional answer, state your name and purpose, and keep your answers concise. Focus on qualifying yourself rather than selling.

11:17Maintain a positive and confident demeanor in all interviews. Smile, speak clearly, and actively listen to the interviewer. First impressions are crucial.