How to Show Enthusiasm in an Interview - 6 Ways - Career Sidekick

How to Show Enthusiasm in an Interview - 6 Ways - Career Sidekick How to Show Enthusiasm in an Interview 6 Ways Interview Preparation / https://www.edenscott.com/blog You probably heard the advice that you should show enthusiasm in an interview if you want to get the job offer.And its trueHiring managers are more likely to offer you the position if you seem enthusiastic about coming to work for them.So in this article, Im going to give you six ways to show enthusiasm in interviews   even if youre an introvert like me.6 Ways to Show Enthusiasm in an Interview1. Boost your energy levelIf youre a quiet, introverted person, you dont have to pretend youre outgoing and bubbly.But you SHOULD bring it up a notch especially if the interviewer seems like a more outgoing person. You need to meet them in the middle and bring more energy than you usually would.Talk a little louder than usual.Use more inflection or changes in tone of voice (ups and downs).You dont want to sound flat or monotone.Also, give them visual signs that youre listening and interested in what theyre saying (nod your head, maintain good eye contact, etc.)If its a phone interview, remember that they cant see your facial expressions or body language, so your tone of voice becomes even more important. So focus on showing even more energy in your tone of voice when answering questions in a phone interview.Overall, the way you talk and communicate is the first way hiring managers will judge your enthusiasm in the interview, so its really important to practice.You really want to seem like youve been looking forward to talking with them and are excited to be there in the interview.2. Ask a lot of questionsOne of the best ways to show enthusiasm in the interview is to ask lots of questions. You want to seem like youre eager to learn more and really putting a lot of thought into considering their position.Topics you can ask about:The job duties and responsibilitiesThe training youll receiveGoals and expectations in the roleWhy the job is open and how their interview process worksFor more ideas, heres a list of 105 great questions to ask the in terviewer.Overall, you should aim at ask at least two or three questions to each person you meet in the interview.Its a great way to show enthusiasm and if you dont ask any questions, employers are a lot less likely to hire you.3. When something sounds interesting, say soThis advice is really simple but really important.If you want to seem enthusiastic in the interview, tell them verbally.If the hiring manager tells you about the job duties and you hear something that youve really been wanting to do more of, tell them. You could say, Thats really exciting to me. Ive been hoping to get a chance to do more ____, so Im really glad you mentioned it. Thats a big positive for me!You can also tell them youre excited about the work the company or group is doing overall.Example: Im really passionate about driverless cars because I feel they can save lives immediately. Its really exciting to me that so much of your effort goes into developing the software used in these cars.In that example, y oure talking about the companys overall mission and why that excites you.Every job seeker has different interests and priorities, so be honest and just tell them the pieces that actually do interest you.But dont just assume they know you want the job. They want to HEAR from you that you want their job, and why. So make sure to tell them.4. Compliment themNo, Im not talking about telling the hiring manager, I really like your shirt.Compliment them by telling them what their group or company is doing that stands out to you or is unique.What would make you want to come work for them? Compliment them on it.It could be their work culture, their products, their reputation, or anything else.Example: The way you described the work culture here sounds really unique. Ive talked to a few other companies and havent gotten the same sense of team environment from talking with the group managers. This sounds really great.Now, this might sound similar to tip #3 above (when something sounds interest ing, say so)And it is. In this case, youre just turning it into a compliment for the hiring manager. Its THEIR team, so telling them that the team sounds awesome is a direct compliment to them.And everyone loves a compliment.You can also compliment them on something that their job seems to offer, that other positions dont. This will make them feel like their job is unique (while also showing them youre interested in the role).Example: Im really excited about how youve described the opportunity to work hands-on here, while also managing projects. Thats not something Ive seen from other employers in this industry that Ive talked to recently. It sounds like youve really built a unique group here, and the opportunity is very exciting based on what weve talked about so far.So try to give at least one compliment like this when you meet with a hiring manager. Its a great way to show enthusiasm in the interview.5. Perfect your postureEarlier in the article, we talked about showing enthusias m in your voice and by maintaining good eye contact.Well, theres another important piece to showing enthusiasm in your body language your posture.Practice sitting upright and keeping good posture before your interview so youre ready to impress when you sit down across from the interviewer.Avoid slouching or looking tired both when listening and when answering interview questions.Avoid tapping or fiddling with your hands or feet, too. You want to see calm and interested in what youre discussing.6. Finish strong!Dont let your energy level or enthusiasm drop at the end.This final impression is what theyll remember most.To end your interview, shake their hand firmly. Thank the interviewer for their time, and tell them youre excited to hear about the next steps in the process.Even if its been a long interview and youre feeling tired, BOOST your energy one last time! Its really important to finish with high energy and high enthusiasm for two reasons:1. It will show them youre still inte rested in the job (they ALWAYS want to hire someone who seemed excited about their job even if that person is slightly less qualified than another candidate!)2. Itll make you seem more confident! You always want to seem like youre confident at the end of the interview, and talking/acting with enthusiasm and energy is how you do it.As a bonus step, remember to send a Thank You note after the interview too!Show Interest and Enthusiasm in Your Interviews to Get More Job OffersIf you follow the tips above you will seem more enthusiastic in your interviews, and more confident when you tell them about yourself and your skills.The end result? Youll make a better impression and get more job offers.Remember to practice these things before your next interview, though.Many of the tips above require steady practice to form habits  like your posture, eye contact, and your tone of voice and volume when speaking.So dont wait until you need to turn it on at the last minute. Go practice in everyday conversations!Thats the best way to show enthusiasm in an interview and get the job offer.