Job interview tips - what do recruiters pay attention to?

Job interview tips: what do recruiters pay attention to? 

In this article we will discuss these four topics:  

• First impression 
• Social media 
• Clothing 
• Be yourself 

When you would you like to know how to prepare for a job interview, are curious about the most frequently asked questions or want to know which questions you should ask, please check our other job interview tips.  

First Impression 

Make sure you provide a firm handshake, an open attitude, and a good presence. When making a first impression, your appearance is a particularly important part. 

About 70 to 80 percent of all communication is non-verbal, so it is worth paying attention to your appearance. Clean clothes without crumbs, stains or hair, your shoes polished and hands and nails clean, all help. 

Do you sweat quickly? Then avoid synthetic clothing and use a light, but not dominant, eau de toilette to counteract unnecessary body odors. Also read our article on making a good first impression at a job interview. 

Applying for a job and social media 

Everything you share on social media can, depending on your settings, be visible and traceable for everyone. So, make sure you have a representative and professional online business card. 

It is advisable not to make your Facebook profile public, so a recruiter or potential new employer cannot see all your private photos and updates. For this you need to adjust your Facebook privacy settings. 

Of course, it is recommended to keep your LinkedIn profile public and to update it with the latest information. Learn more about improving your LinkedIn profile. 

Dress for the job interview 

Make sure you look presentable and tailor your clothing to the organisation. People just like uniformity. 

As an unwritten rule, it is better to be overdressed than underdressed. Wear clothes you feel comfortable in and avoid synthetic clothing because of excessive perspiration. Wear decent shoes and do not forget to take care of your hands. 

A recruiter is a trained interviewer and has time to pay attention to details. 

Be yourself 

Mind for a good balance between selling yourself and being yourself. Your conversation partner would like to get to know the you behind the curriculum vitae. 

A good recruiter is keen to find out what your specific talents or experiences are. It helps if you have an elevator pitch ready. 

Read more job interview tips or learn the answer to the question "Why should we choose you".