HOW TO OVERCOME INTERVIEW PROBLEMS AND INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF LANDING THAT JOB:

If you have followed these tips closely, chances are that you will make a very good impression. If, at this point, you have decided that the position you've applied for is what you really want, the following are further suggestions on how to get the person to say, "You're Hired".

1. Tell the employer at the end of the interview, "Mr. Employer, now that we have discussed my qualifications and the job, I am confident that I will be able to make a meaningful contribution to your company. I am really interested, and I am ready to continue with the hiring process. - What do you Think"?
   
   
2. WAIT FOR AN ANSWER - do not say anything until the employer has replied to the above statement.
   
   
3. IF THE EMPLOYER RAISES ANY OBJECTIONS OR DOES NOT SEEM SURE answer with the following: "You do not seem convinced Mr. Employer. Can you tell me what your concerns are? " Try to deal with them as honestly as you can. Offer a strength to compensate for a weakness or re-emphasize a qualification he didn't realize you had.
   
   
4. IF THE EMPLOYER SAYS YOU DON'T HAVE ENOUGH EXPERIENCE answer with the following: "Can you tell me what I am missing? Mr. Employer, do you not feel that someone like me, given the challenge to tackle something new and different, eager to take courses, will do it much more enthusiastically, and therefore better in the long run? Wouldn't you? Let me prove to you that hiring ME was indeed the right choice." Wait for an answer, do not say anything first! If other objections are raised try to overcome them. If not, be very polite, thank him for his time, and ask him to consider you for other opportunities. Most employers are impressed by people who show determination.
   
   
5. IF THE EMPLOYER SAYS HE MUST CHECK REFERENCES. This is the perfect opportunity to produce written letters. If you can make sure you have written down the names, titles, company names, current phone numbers, and addresses, have them handy. Having the correct information is important as it makes it easier for the employer to contact these people so that he can act promptly.

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