3. Always Present the Best Possible Image
The following points may seem to be minor, but they have a major influence on the success of a speaker. You should keep the following in mind when answering questions.
Speak to be understood
- Use friendly conversational tone
- Speak loudly but not louder then the interviewer
- Vary the tone of your voice
- Use the words “you” and “we” often to help establish a rapport
Allow you eyes to roam over the interview panel. Catch each person’s gaze for a fraction of an instant to:
- Keep you aware of what is going on
- Keep everybody’s attention
- Get feedback on where or not you are understood
- Avoid distracting mannerisms: clicking your pen, continuously clearing your throat, saying “um” and “ah”
