According to a forthcoming NACE Report: COVID-19 Quick Poll Series, larger companies are far more likely to recruit virtually during the 2020-21 academic year. The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) says the report, which will be available soon, features polls—from March through June 2020—that addressed a variety of topics, including virtual onboarding.
NACE found 15% of companies with over 20,000 employees will recruit virtually this year, followed by organizations with 10,001 to 20,000 employees (14.3%) and companies with 5,001 to 10,000 employees (13.3% ). Less than one in 10 respondents at smaller size organizations are expected to recruit virtually. (NACE Report)
Angela Civitella, a certified business leadership coach and founder of Intinde, says if you want to standout and get the job, you need to focus on these seven things in your next interview.
1. Eye contact
2. Asking “how are you?”
3. Accept a drink when offered
4. Perfecting your timing when responding
5. Focusing on longevity
6. Asking questions
7. A thank you note
The very first thing a hiring manager or recruiter looks for in an interview is whether or not you make eye contact when introducing yourself. Doing so is a sign of confidence. Looking away or off to the side is a sign of weakness. If you fail to make eye contact, you risk losing the opportunity before you even say a word.
The biggest mistake most job candidates make when going in for an interview is focusing too much on themselves. Yes, you are there to sell yourself to the employer; however, an interview is a two-way street. Always ask the person interviewing you how they are doing. This is a good indication of how you treat coworkers, customers and people in general.
Even if you’re not thirsty, when the interviewer asks if you would like something to drink, simply smile and say yes, please, some water would be great. This is an old psychological trick that has been shown to help you appear more likeable by accepting a small offer. Some candidates say it gives them a chance to make small talk and get more personable with the interviewer.
When the job interviewer asks you a question, she is looking at much more than your response to the question. She is also looking at how you answer the question. If you blurt out the first thing that comes to mind, it shows you act quickly and don’t give things much thought. If you sit and think about your response too long, it shows you are indecisive. Find the right balance of thinking before speaking. Similarly, always let the interviewer finish her sentence before you jump in to reply.
One of the biggest challenges most companies have to deal with is employee turnover. It cost them both time and money. One way to standout in your interview is to show them that you are in this for the long haul. You’re not just looking for another job, but a lifelong career with their organization.
Near the end of an interview, the hiring manager will usually ask if you have any questions. The worst thing you can say is ‘no.’ Truthfully, they aren’t as concerned with what you ask, just the fact that you ask something. First, it shows that you care and have a genuine interest in the job and the company. Next, it shows them that you are inquisitive, not afraid to ask questions and seek details. These are key character traits that companies want in people.
Sending a thank you note after your interview is always a good tactic. This must be done within 24 hours of your interview. It shows the recruiter that you appreciate the time he or she took to conduct the interview, and it also shows a lot about your character. If the position is between two candidates with similar qualifications, this will often be the deciding factor.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has been tasked with…
Brown and Caldwell, a leading environmental engineering and construction firm,…
Humboldt State University, one of four campuses within the California…
