Before the interview: research the company.<\/h2>\n
When going for an interview, it's very important to visit the company's website and research its mission, vision, and values. This helps you better support your answers and even the questions you'll ask the recruiter.<\/p>\n
For example, if a company aims to provide good customer service, it will likely hire people who perform this function well. But what is necessary to provide good customer service?<\/p>\n
Being kind, welcoming, thoughtful, and helpful? Then these are the characteristics you should mention.
In other words, your answers should highlight the behaviors that companies are looking for in a job or role.<\/p>\n
Always remember: How do my attitudes and experiences align with the company's mission and values?.<\/strong><\/p>\n When you align your answers with the job profile and organizational culture, you demonstrate preparedness, genuine interest, and maturity.<\/p>\n Many people respond very directly, with just one word. Objective answers are important, but they need to be personalized and supported with real-life examples.<\/p>\n In other words, you can say:<\/p>\n But what proves this characteristic in you?<\/p>\n If you say you are analytical, explain in what situations you use this skill. If you say you are helpful, tell us when you noticed this attitude in yourself. If you claim to be responsible, give a concrete example.<\/p>\n Don't wait for the interviewer to ask for details. Explain them right away.<\/p>\n During your response, the recruiter may identify other skills such as autonomy, organization, proficiency in tools, and maturity in handling conflicts.<\/p>\n Always prove your qualities with real-life experiences, whether from work, college, school, or even your personal routine.<\/p>\n A technique commonly used to answer questions in a job interview is... STAR technique:<\/strong><\/p>\n Example: \u201cI am organized. During a group project at university (situation), I was responsible for organizing the deliverables (task). I created a schedule and divided the steps among the group members (action). As a result, we delivered ahead of schedule and received the highest grade (result).\u201d<\/p>\n This is the type of response the recruiter expects.<\/p>\n Below, practice at home with the 20 most common job interview questions.<\/p>\n Some questions come up in virtually every job interview. Being prepared for them increases confidence and reduces nervousness.<\/p>\n Now that you know the most common job interview questions, it's worth paying closer attention to those that tend to generate the most insecurity. One of them, without a doubt, is talking about... a person's flaws<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Talking about your flaws in an interview can be uncomfortable; after all, nobody likes to highlight negative points, especially at such an important moment.<\/p>\n But the truth is, it's possible to respond well without harming yourself. See below!<\/p>\n If someone asks you what your qualities are, avoid answering with just one isolated word.<\/p>\n Direct answers help with objectivity, but they need to be individual and verifiable.<\/p>\n Before the interview, reflect on your strengths. This helps a lot when answering with more confidence.<\/p>\n Examples of qualities (which should be adapted to your reality):<\/p>\n Always supplement with practical examples.<\/p>\n When explaining one quality, you may end up demonstrating several others at the same time \u2014 such as maturity, confidence, technical skill, and adaptability.<\/p>\n Read also: <\/strong>6 qualities of a good professional<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n When discussing flaws, be strategic.<\/p>\n First: <\/strong>Do not mention a flaw that contradicts the job requirements or the company's values.<\/p>\n If a company values organization and meeting deadlines, for example, it doesn't know how to prioritize tasks or delegate responsibilities.<\/p>\n Second: <\/strong>Never mention a flaw without explaining how you are working to improve it.<\/p>\n Example: \u201cI have difficulty delegating tasks because I like to ensure everything turns out perfectly. However, I realized that this can overwhelm me. To improve, I started dividing responsibilities more strategically, aligning expectations clearly, and monitoring progress through checklists. This has helped me trust the team more and optimize my time.\u201d<\/p>\n Notice that, in explaining the defect, you also demonstrate:<\/p>\n In other words, you mention a weakness, but when you provide context, you highlight several strengths at the same time.<\/p>\n Another question that also causes a lot of confusion is about professional goals or "What to expect for the future?".<\/p>\n When a recruiter asks about the future, they usually want to understand your career prospects.<\/p>\n Direct answers work, but they need to be truthful and aligned with the company.<\/p>\n Adaptable example: "I want to develop in this area, learn from more experienced professionals, and take on greater responsibilities over time."\u201c<\/p>\n Show that you have a desire to grow, learn, and contribute.<\/p>\n Avoid vague answers or those that give the impression of a lack of direction and knowledge about the company. The interviewer wants to know what your goals and ambitions are at that location.<\/p>\n Read also: <\/strong>What characteristics of the job market are most valued? Find out here!<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Some simple actions can make a big difference in the outcome of an interview; see below. How to do well in a job interview:<\/strong><\/p>\n If the interview is online:<\/p>\n In ESEG College, part of the Etapa Group<\/a><\/strong>, the students have the support of Career Development Center (CDC)<\/strong><\/a>, which offers specialized guidance for preparing for selection processes.<\/p>\n During career consulting, the student takes the The desired job profile and the company website.<\/strong>. Based on this information, the consultant simulates how that company would conduct the interview, asking questions aligned with the culture, values, and skills required for the position.<\/p>\n This type of hands-on training helps the student to better structure their answers.<\/strong>, Apply the STAR method and learn how to connect your personal and academic experiences with what the market is looking for.<\/p>\n Furthermore, the CDC guides students on interview etiquette, constructing professional arguments, and strategies for... selection processes of large companies<\/strong>.<\/p>\n This mentorship helps many ESEG students begin their careers in leading organizations in the market.<\/p>\n Not surprisingly, the college boasts a high employability rate, with over 90% of its students entering the job market.<\/p>\n Want to study at a college that cares about its students' employability? Visit our website and learn about the courses offered by ESEG!<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" How to behave in a job interview? Preparing well for a job interview makes all the difference in securing your desired position. More than just answering questions, this moment is an opportunity to show who you are, how you think, and how you can contribute to the company. In this complete guide, you will understand how to behave in a job interview, what to say, what questions usually come up, how to structure your answers, how to address strengths and weaknesses, and how to align your experiences with the organization's values. Before the interview: research the company When conducting an interview, it is very important to access the company's website and research its mission, vision, and values. This helps you better support your answers and even the questions the recruiter will ask. For example: if the company seeks to have good customer service, it will probably hire people who perform this function well, and what is necessary to have good customer service? Being kind, welcoming, attentive, helpful? These are the characteristics you should mention. In other words, your answers should highlight behaviors that companies are looking for in the position or role. Always think: how do my attitudes and\u2026<\/p>","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":10539,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[52],"tags":[169,173,33],"class_list":["post-10543","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dicas","tag-faculdade-em-sp","tag-faculdade-particular-em-sp","tag-mercado-de-trabalho"],"yoast_head":"\nWhat to say in a job interview<\/h2>\n
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How to use the STAR method in practice?<\/h2>\n
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Frequently asked questions in job interviews<\/h2>\n
The 20 most common job interview questions:<\/h3>\n
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Weaknesses and shortcomings for a job interview.<\/h2>\n
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Here are 5 options for strengths to consider when formulating a satisfactory answer.<\/h4>\n
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What is the biggest flaw in talking during a job interview?<\/h3>\n
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Here are 6 potential weaknesses to consider when formulating a satisfactory response:<\/h4>\n
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Professional objective: examples for an interview<\/h2>\n
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Job interview tips<\/h2>\n
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What should I bring to a job interview?<\/h2>\n
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How does interview preparation work at ESEG?<\/h2>\n
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