Sie bereiten sich auf ein Vorstellungsgespräch für ein kleines Unternehmen vor. Wie können Sie sicherstellen, dass Sie vollständig vorbereitet sind?

Interviewee: dress like you care, prepare 1-2 questions to ask, give a strong handshake and look the interviewer in the eye Interviewer: prepare 5-10 questions to ask, google the candidate (don't just read the resume or LI profile), be ready to email an assessment after the interview (VARK, PXT, Love Language, etc), remind yourself to not fall in love with the idea of having more capacity... slow to hire is the motto

Do some homework on the company and the role you're applying for. Practice answering typical interview questions and have your resume and any other important documents handy. Dress nicely but appropriately for the company's vibe, and think of a few good questions to ask them.

Be yourself, most interviewers can spot a phony a mile away. Don't use all the latest and greatest buzzwords. Don’t tell the interviewer what you think they want to hear, Tell them the truth. You would be amazed at what your body language says when you're speaking the truth. Many times, the interviewee is too concerned about what's in it for them instead of sharing with the interviewer what benefit you will bring to their company. Learn enough about the company you're interviewing with to be able to tell them how your skills will make them more money. Don't be desperate, don't be needy, don't be cocky or arrogant. Be pleasant and have a nice air of confidence about you. Nobody likes braggart.

Research! All the other things will then be aligned with company culture. Even dressing appropriately maybe determined from quality accurate research.

Taking time to research is an important step towards interview preparation. Understanding the business model, while digging into the history of the company and its products and services will go a long way towards properly preparing. The importance of preparation helps the interviewers but also those viewing the presentation. It also helps you decide if this particular company aligns with your own career goals.

Wrap your know-how and skills into short stories that the interviewer can remember: emotional, with a sense of humor, crisp and short. Present yourself as a likeable, skilled person. Not a super hero.

Anticipate Questions: Anticipating interviewer questions helps you do the research as well as prepare to broaden answers and adjust your mindset. Think about what questions the interviewer might ask, and prepare yourself by refreshing old experiences that may add some credibility to the answers.

Be spontaneous when you answer the typical questions. Do not deliver prepped answers. Better intuitive than seemingly perfect! You are an individual, not a robot.

Attire Matters In a dressed-down or casual world, it is still important to dress appropriately. In a word, dress "professionally" as well confidently and comfortably. The way that we dress helps us influence your demeanor during the interview and adds credibility and confidence to the presentation.

Bring your documents in a file. However, they are just a backup. Many interviewers do not show up with your CV and documents because they do not need them - not because they forgot them. Never ever leave the impression that you expected the interviewer comes unprepared. If in doubt, do not present your documents unless asked for it.

After having done your homework on the company (btw: #AI can help a lot!) and knowing well how your strengths and experience pays in, go to the interview with an open mind: Follow the questions but also ask questions yourself. Not only to check for the right fit between both of you but also because how shows interest is interesting!

At age 79 all I need is my interest and an interest in me, plus my condensed resume. I can handle it from there after a 60 year career.

Relax, relax, relax. Your life does not depend on this job. Be yourself. Don’t play a role. It is better not to get the job if it does not fit. Ask questions. Your objective is not only a good impression. It is also to have enough information to decide if YOU want stay in the recruiting process.