Interview skills to get

hired, job interview

and body language
 Submitted to: Ma'am Tayyaba Zainab

Submitted by: Wania Jahangir Khan

PPT Slides compiled by: Mishal Humayun

Department: Defense and diplomatic studies (D.D.S)

Course Title: English 

Submission
Details:
Submission date: May 15' 2020
 Introduction about interview

Interview is a way to assess the Interviewing team set a target Judging the interest level, Interviewer analyze the in It is a thorough psychology of
abilities of a person being to assess the background confidence and maturity level depth potential of a person looking for potential that is
selected for a job. knowledge of the person in the of the candidate in the designated best for the job post. basically needed for a job or
field of profession. interview. profession.
 Being prepared for the interview is the most important step to landing a job.

A person appears to be more confident will feel more in control when he has done enough
preparation for the interview. These are in fact the qualities that are always looked for in the perfect
candidate. 

At least an hour should be dedicated to preparation. If the preparation for the interview is not so well
then, a person’s response and self-confidence might seriously suffer.

A person should always be mentally prepared, think good and feel positive about himself, because if
a person continuously keeps thinking about what will go wrong then he will feel nervous and
automatically lose confidence.

A person should get prepared about the subject that he is going to be interviewed on. 

Interview
preparation Analyze the job posting. While reviewing the job description, it should be considered what the
company is seeking in an applicant.

Researching the company before a job interview is also important. It will help to prepare for the
questions asked about the company. 
 CV

The most valuable tool to get

to a job interview is CV.  So,
the more effort a person puts
in making the CV, the more
likely he is to get an
interview.
Contact details should be Career history should always
clearly mentioned, be listed in reverse
particularly phone number chronological order (most
and email address. recent first). 

Instead of using big

Personal details such as
paragraphs and long
marital status should be
sentences bullet points should
avoided. 
be used.
Be on time
• One of the worst interview sins is being late for the interview. 
• A candidate should always make sure that he knows where he is going and
how to get there and how much time it will take to get there. 
• The aim should be to get there at least ten or fifteen minutes early so that
there is enough time to gather your thoughts.
• To avoid being late and arriving in a rush or panic, take a drive to your
interview in advance. And also, keep checking out traffic hotspots that
might cause you to reach late.
• There might also be some time-consuming tasks such as being checked in
or taken up a slow elevator.
• One big source of stress of the interview can be eliminated by arriving
early.
• Arriving late can demonstrate a lack of commitment and gives a bad
impression, no matter what the reason is.
 Think before you speak
Thinking before you speak is a really good habit to develop for both quiet and talkative individuals.

This skill of “THINK BEFORE YOU SPEAK” can really help us in getting the desired job.

Answers given through this technique are always strategic. As a result, the candidate can give the relevant answers.

Thinking before speaking will help one to talk less which is a key to get success in any interview.

The talkative candidate can practice controlled, focused responses that give only the information the listener is looking for smaller
phrases without any kind of repetition.

The quiet candidate can have a smooth answer that may come out of his/her mouth without any stammering.

One should not be afraid to take time before answering because it is better than giving a wrong answer.
 Be confident, not arrogant
• There is very little difference between confidence and arrogance. One should learn to be
confident without being arrogant. 
• Attitude of the person being interviewed plays a very vital role in the success of the interview.
 Overconfidence should also be avoided. The candidate should learn the difference. No other
tips would work if the attitude is not accurate. 
• Self-confidence is the key. One should not stammer while speaking and not speak too much as
it is considered rude. 
• The candidate should act with humility when he/she is recognized for any previous
achievement and act responsible for any mistakes or errors too. 
• Be attentive because being careless reflects arrogance. Similarly, be enthusiastic but truthful
because being dishonest reflects overconfidence. 
• Do not be afraid to blow your own trumpet, after all no one else is going to do it but do not lie
or exaggerate. 
• Be confident about your qualities and informative about your expertise but do not act rudely
and arrogantly. 

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Company’s value the
listening skills of the
employers a lot as it's one
of the most important
element in a job. If you're
not a good listener
chances are that you'll
face a lot of trouble
during the interview.
Active listener
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You should gesture and Try imitating the body
maintain eye contact with language of the
speaker and portray as if interviewer as imitation of
you’re genuinely indulged body language is a signal
into what the persons that you're listening and
speaking. paying heed to the
conversation.
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You shouldn't just only Keep listening to the Listen to the conversation
show that you're conversation even if it's with focus and then
interested but honorably making you zone it, try to respond in a collected
listen even if the sit upwards and focus on manner that shows that
conversation isn't of your the speakers face to avoid you're interested in the
interest as the interviewer distractions. discussion.
might demand an answer
from you to anything he's
speaking of and it'll put a
bad impression if you
don't respond efficiently.
Express optimism
• Staying optimistic is a very beneficial trait during a job interview. One should channel
positivity and suppress negative thoughts and experiences.

• If there is a past experience that has been unpleasant one should focus on the lessons
learnt from that experience and how should it be avoided and resolved.

• Your optimism should not only be reflecting in your thoughts but in your body language
and expressions as well.

• Greeting interviewers with a smile indicates positively optimistic approach along with
sitting upright without slouching and expressing nervous or defensive body language.

• Do not talk badly about you previous employers, clients and company you have worked
in this will indicate a pessimistic behavior.

• Do not try to gain sympathy by telling the interviewers about the struggles in your life
and how you are drained from your life and act as if you are the only one struggling
instead talk about opportunities and achievements.
Show interest without
desperation
Another major key to make a
job interview worth it is to stay
cool, calm, and confident at the
same time
Very eager behavior affect you
impression so be careful  professional attitude it is very
Gesture of disinterest also will
not work as if you are not
having any interest in the
particular job there is no
chances you will be hired with
such behavior.
Do not show that you are too
desperate to get the job like a do
or die situation, do not plead
“please hire me “approach will
have the worst effect on the
host. 
Likely do not be cocky, show
passionate, modest and
helpful.
Enthusiastic behavior works
here and it appeals to others.
 Elevator pitch is important as in a
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Express
gratitude

Expressing gratitude is of very importance and is necessary in a job interview. After the
interview send thank you notes to every person that was part of your interview.
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 Speak clearly, cohesively, calmly
• Try to speak calmly and clearly if you are talking too fast it would display your nervousness and anxiety. Always remember to slow
down during speaking. 

• Always remind yourself that you are not jumping out of an airplane and this is not the end for you. By doing this it will help you
remain calm and confident throughout the interview. 

• Keep the eye contact with the interviewer during speaking and show an interest in your listeners by looking at their face during the
interview. 

• Do not look down or somewhere else it would show your lack of interest and nervousness. 

• People mostly speak at a higher pitch which can result in a shrill tone, this indicates their nervousness and deducts their chances of
getting hired. 

• Always remember to relax you throat by allowing air into and out of your lower rib in a slow, relaxed manner. By doing this it will
calm your nerves and you shall appear confident. 

• Smile occasionally to show a positive attitude. 

• Always avoid yawing during interview as it would show your lack of interest. 

• Be honest and clearly convey your information as calmly as possible at the given time.

• Remember to keep an authentic communication as confidence comes from authentic communication. 

 Dressing style
Dressing for an interview is simply as essential as
developing a tailor-made resume and perfecting
your interview skills. In the interview, it is far
essential to make a great first impression. These
first impressions display which you have taken the
extra step to shine your expert image and which
you are a serious candidate. 
• Dressing professionally can: 
• Demonstrate admire for an ability organization
or examiner
• Leave a long-lasting influence at the
interviewer 
• Prove that you are serious candidate 
• Enhance your self-confidence
 MEN: WOMEN
Dressing code of
HAIR Well-groomed hair; Well-dressed; out of
candidate completely shaven face; conservative
face or trim/well- styles
groomed beard
Things that should not be done in
the job interview:  NAILS Neat and trimmed; no Neat and trimmed;
polish neutral or smooth
• Take off sunglasses, headphones, colored polish
or any “transit gear” before
getting into the interview CLOTHING Socks matched color gadgets must fit
ITEMS/SHOES of pants; clean, appropriately;
• Avoid uncovered tattoos, polished shoes clean, polished shoes;
immoderate jewelry, piercings, or heels not above 2.5”
unnatural hair color/styles
• Have clean/sparkling breath;
ACCESSORIES/MAK Conservative watch; Conservative jewelry
never eat or chew gum in an EUP  no immoderate (avoid noisy/distracting
interview jewelry; simple types); no heavy make-
• Avoid robust cologne, aftershave, buckled belts up
or fragrance scents
 During a job interview, the way you present your self is simply as crucial as what you say. Body language is

Body language a vital indicator of your comfort, self-belief and interest for interviewers. Be aware about your body
language on your interview to make the great feasible impression.  
During each interview you have, your body will be speaking something in your interviewer and affecting
the way you experience about yourself in that moment.  
• Prepare in private
• Consider your entrance
• Offer a pleasant handshake
• Sit correctly
• Use powerful eye contact
• Use hand gestures even as speaking 
• A gentle Smile
• Be responsible
• Maintain appropriate posture.
Key to a successful Job Interview: 
• Practice makes a man perfect.
• Advance preparation.
• Greet the interviewer with sincerity and shake hands by making eye contact.
• During the interview, show your best level energy and enthusiasm.
• Use appropriate language, don’t use slangs.
• During the interview don’t talk too much, talk when needed.
• Use of best communication skills.
• Use of body language and giving good expressions.
• Be confident, don’t panic.
• At the end of the interview say thank you to the interviewer for the time and
opportunity to interview. 
 Importance of gestures
In interview skills gestures is
also an important part. It
includes movement of
hands, face, and other parts
of body.
Keep an interested
expression and don’t forget
to smile.
Remember good postures
and sit up straight.
Even staying fixed in the
same position for the entire
duration of your interview
won't feel pretty effective so, Maintain good eye contact
you should feel pretty
relaxed and assured of
yourself. 
Remain calm don’t let
Don’t overuse hand gestures. nerves make your feet do a
top dance.
Smile and be Don’t stare, frown and
enthusiastic.            fidget.
 Interview skills is an important aspect that will lead you to the
Conclusion success in your career. Interview is a skill in which your ability
interacts with the interviewer and to articulate your thoughts
are factors that are just as important in getting job as are the
qualification listed on your resume. ALL factors that are being
explained above are very much important for best interview.
Therefore, excellent interview skills are essential for job search
success. It is also important to be aware of the top skills that
employers are looking for in employees. The resume only gets
you the INTERVIEW but the INTERVIEW gets you the JOB.
 Group members

Alisha Shafiq Hamna Obaid Mishal Humayun

Hooria Batool
(2020-BDDS- (2020-BDDS- (2020-BDDS-
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Nimra Arooj Wania Jahangir

Zubia Ishfaq Ruqaiya Akhtar
(2020-BDDS- Khan (2020-
(2020-BDDS-047) (2020-BDDS-055)
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