You should know what you want to apply for before starting the job hunt. In this way, your hunt will lean towards only one profession and a number of positions which will narrow down your choices. Make a resume that emphasizes your strengths, but at the same time, avoid placing unnecessary “achievements” just to make your resume longer (like your perfect examination in your English course). Make it interesting enough so that the employer would want to know more about you. Also remember that it is best to make your resume concise, so only place the experiences that would contribute to your job qualification. The resume is the written counterpart of an interview, so arrange it in a way that it would be deemed formal yet fun.

You should be able to stand out (in a positive way) during your interview. It is important then that you would be able to get your ideas across and commended for the way you speak. So be able to keep the interviewer interested on what you have to say. Be serious yet keep the conversation light. Be confident from head to toe. Not only should you speak calmly, but also your body language must demand respect. Answers are meant to be thought of, so do not just talk and talk to fill in lull moments. Make sure that you understood the question and then try your best to quickly think of an answer with a good explanation to match.

It is a known fact that first impressions are crucial, so it is important for the job hunter to wear something formal for the interview. It shows how you carry yourself (which evidently shows how you work) and how important this job is to you. Be mindful of what you are wearing. Do not wear anything that may stand out and give a negative impression (like a low neckline, big hoop earrings or bright-colored ties). What they see is as important as what they smell; therefore, be aware of the kind of perfume you use and what you eat right before the interview. It is better to have a mini dress rehearsal to mix and match and find out what needs to be fixed in your overall look.

Getting a second interview is a step closer to the job; however, this does not mean that you can now relax and just throw this one away. Be very well-prepared for the interview. Make sure that you have the right names, date and location. Choose an outfit that will make you look sensible and respectable. Conduct a good research about the company and the job you are applying for. It is expected that the questions will be more directed towards these. Analyze how your first interview went and take note of what you have to improve on. Most of all, do not forget to send a thank you card to your interviewers and/or recruitment consultant.

Some interviewers love putting you on the spot, so show them that you are ready for anything that they throw at you. Maintain composure at all times and think as quickly as possible. Being witty is a plus factor most of the time; just make sure that you do not overdo it. Be ready for any kind of marketing work like selling something on the interviewer's desk. Remember that your resume is not just a prop. The interviewer will read it, so make sure to have explanations on questionable areas such as years without work or years in the same position.