Blog #2

Blog #2

After reading the article on 5 tips to be the candidate of choice, I have discovered my strength as well as my weakness.

My strength would have to be confidence. When I walk into an interview I make sure to know exactly what I am going to say. I practice beforehand and I have a set of questions that I use as a guide of what the interviewer is going to ask. I also make sure to research the school that I am interviewing with. I feel like all of these things help me feel more confident in the interview. I also try to think that the interviewer is a normal person who gets nervous as well. Overall, I try to be as prepared as possible and not let the stress get to me.

My weakness, however, is separating myself from the other candidates. I have always been more of a wallflower so when it comes to talking about myself I get nervous. Anything that makes me stand out makes me feel anxious. I can work on this by adding a touch of creativity to my portfolio. The video gave me a few ideas as well. I look forward to creating a positive portfolio that makes me stand out from the remaining candidates.

If there was something I could add to the list it would be to research the job, company, or school you are applying to. This will make a big impact on the questions and how you present yourself. It will also make you look good in front of the interviewer.