Do You Seriously Want the Job? Then Show Some Enthusiasm in the Job Interview
by Marcia Robinson Tuesday, August 07, 2012
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Some job seekers believe they don't stand a chance to be hired for certain jobs because they don't believe they are "excitable" enough. As one job seeker shared with me. "I am not the bubbly-jumping-out-of-my-seat-type." Of course everyone knows that a successful job search strategy requires a positive attitude and so whether or not a job seeker believes they are excitable or not, we have to work together to develop specific strategies to bring enthusiasm in the job interview.
Keep energy levels high during the job interview shows enthusiasm
Job seekers must do some introspection to know what is right for them. If you are a job seeker who is a morning person, you might find that job interviews in the morning work better for you when your energy level is highest. If you are a job seeker who peaks in the afternoon, then afternoon job interviews might be better for you. Similar patterns apply with nutrition. Don't risk being in a job interview where you are more concerned with a growling stomach, than you are with the questions on the table. Keeping your energy level high is one way to ensure you will show enthusiasm in the job interview.
Doing research before the job interview might help you show enthusiasm
Another way job seekers can show enthusiasm in the job interview is to do the required research ahead of time. During the job interview is not the time to ask the employer basic questions like such as who are your customers? Who are your competitors? Job seekers who do the research ahead of time, can have more meaningful conversations in the job interview. It is easier to show enthusiasm in the job interview if a job seeker knows why this would be a great job to have. One recruiter told me that sometimes he actually tunes out of the interview, when a job seeker shows no enthusiasm for the job. Being able to speak about the company and ask insightful questions will show enthusiasm for the job and show passion for the industry.
Show you are ready for a new role
Some job seekers worry that if they show enthusiasm they might come across as desperate. On the other hand, as one job seeker shared, "I really don't want to look like I think I will be rejected again." Instead, show enthusiasm in the interview by speaking honestly about why this position would be a good next-step in your career. Say why the timing is perfect. To continue to show enthusiasm for the job, beyond the job interview, restate your interest in a thank-you letter.
Keep energy levels high during the job interview shows enthusiasm
Job seekers must do some introspection to know what is right for them. If you are a job seeker who is a morning person, you might find that job interviews in the morning work better for you when your energy level is highest. If you are a job seeker who peaks in the afternoon, then afternoon job interviews might be better for you. Similar patterns apply with nutrition. Don't risk being in a job interview where you are more concerned with a growling stomach, than you are with the questions on the table. Keeping your energy level high is one way to ensure you will show enthusiasm in the job interview.
Doing research before the job interview might help you show enthusiasm
Another way job seekers can show enthusiasm in the job interview is to do the required research ahead of time. During the job interview is not the time to ask the employer basic questions like such as who are your customers? Who are your competitors? Job seekers who do the research ahead of time, can have more meaningful conversations in the job interview. It is easier to show enthusiasm in the job interview if a job seeker knows why this would be a great job to have. One recruiter told me that sometimes he actually tunes out of the interview, when a job seeker shows no enthusiasm for the job. Being able to speak about the company and ask insightful questions will show enthusiasm for the job and show passion for the industry.
Show you are ready for a new role
Some job seekers worry that if they show enthusiasm they might come across as desperate. On the other hand, as one job seeker shared, "I really don't want to look like I think I will be rejected again." Instead, show enthusiasm in the interview by speaking honestly about why this position would be a good next-step in your career. Say why the timing is perfect. To continue to show enthusiasm for the job, beyond the job interview, restate your interest in a thank-you letter.
