With these tips, you can make every job interview a success

Ugh, job interviews are always so nerve-wracking. You really have to sell yourself with your story, and that's not easy for everyone. It's not the intention to praise yourself to the heavens, but on the other hand, you need to find a way to make an impression. How can you best approach this? On platform Buzzfeed , readers were asked what their golden tips were for a job interview, and I've picked out the best ones. Perhaps the following points will slightly increase your chances of landing that dream job.

1. Don't wear a standard outfit

Now, you really don't have to wear a canary yellow dress to stand out, but dress yourself just a bit differently than the rest. And it doesn't have to be too far out of your comfort zone; a nice women's suit in a fun color is already quirky enough, and that way you stand out a bit. Besides the fact that you look more creative, the interviewer won't forget you quickly among all those standard black blazers.

2. Think of questions to ask in advance 

Not asking a single question during a job interview is tricky. Almost every interview ends with the well-known phrase: ‘Do you have any questions?’ Then go through the list of questions you've been mentally preparing. This makes it much clearer for yourself and makes you come across as more interested. Small side note: it's not ‘rude’ to ask about your salary in the first interview. After all, that's what you're working for?

3. Use past experiences to demonstrate your strengths

Have you landed a big client in your work history, or have you done everything to keep a company afloat? Bring this up during your interview when asked about your strengths. It helps to paint a picture here, as they will know exactly what they can expect from you. You can easily write down that you have discipline, but if you can't provide an example, it falls flat.

4. Research the company and your interviewer

If you don't know what the ‘mission’ of the company you're applying to is, you might as well not show up. Please read up, know what the company stands for, what position you have in mind, and if you really want that job, do some extra research on the person you're interviewing with. No, don't stalk them, but just look for some information about their work within the company and what they have achieved. Flattering someone's ego does help a bit, but be careful: it shouldn't be too much.

5. Know which questions you struggle with and practice those

If you've been rejected after a job interview for the umpteenth time, it's really time to line up your answers and questions. How do you answer crucial questions, and which questions do you struggle with the most? Rewrite these answers and practice them as often as possible. A good tip is to ask the interviewer why you weren't chosen and if they have any tips for you. This way, you'll go into a new interview much more confidently and with renewed courage. Good luckkk.

Source: buzzfeed.com // Image: Devil Wears Prada