Infopls:
In my opinion, the way you present yourself matter a lot when you go for an interview. Be sure of your onions.
Be approachable. E.g. I recently interviewed a guy who I asked to introduce himself, he told me he was Mr. (his name). Believe me, that was the end of the road for him.
Though I asked him questions further but he already lost the chance for a consideration.

On the issue of handshake, it's not advisable to offer your hand first, let that come from your interviewer. What you need to do first is greet politely, if the interviewer then offers his hand, shake with confidence ( not arrogance).

Thanks.

bro pls tell us how best or professional should he have introduced himself, I beg I wan learn seem u be HR person? Pls be detailed

My first interview on January 12, 2012. I was hired because of how i answered this same question. (I already knew they were christians)

My name is Charles
Am the first son, in a family of 5.
three brothers and 1 sister.
I am a christian and my favourite verse in the bible is James 1 vs 5
If you lack wisdom, ask of God.


This did the magic for me, I answered a few other routine questions and was offered a handshake!
(dont know if this would go down well with a muslim though)

hilaomo:
op keep calm and listen...you dare not offer your interviewer an hand shake unless he initiate it him/her self!I've got an audio about d 25 things to say to an interviewer to get d job you want and a video on d 101 things to say and do to an interviewer.

look man every interviewer has got his or or own orientation but da doesnt make the right.d best way is to be a go psychologist to escertain his or her level n speed of thinking.....but from wot i knw,offering to shake someone u jst met is friendly approach

please who knows where i can get tea bags used for herb packaging in lagos or ibadan ..THANKS in advance

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If I may add, no need of whipping out that chaplet in the waiting room to pray. ..unless you are interviewing for a position in a deliverance ministry.

You are not fooling anyone.

If you are nerve wreck, down a shot of Kaikai and lick some TomTom to mask the aroma. Your confidence will get at least 50% boost.

It wouldn't hurt to write down possible interview questions and practice with your siblings. They will judge you worse than your interviewers. Don't practice with friends. They may cheer you on down the path of perdition.
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Good tips some interviews these days could be very unpredictable as things take a turn in an unexpected manner. Being calm and highly calculated helps in the long run.

swizz01:


abeg dis one na fat lie.....does d interviewer know if I'm from another big company maybe not as theirs...or are u insinuating I shd smell odour odour or skin skin to an interview cz my bro who did his industrial training interview in chevron can't do without wearing perfume...did they refuse him? NO.....so wat u telling me?

pls comprehend well. Was there anywhere I said you should go smelling. A cool deo would do. Your bro is on IT and not a permanent job. A cool deo is good to go but not a cologne or perfume.

majekdom2:
apparently you have not had a formal interview before.... you don't wear a cologne or perfume to an interview. Ask HR professionals.

Who told you that one is not allowed to wear either a cologne or perfume for an interview session? That is false. The only thing to be mindful of is the strength of the perfume/cologne fragrance. If strong, just a little spray on the body is okay.

rabbuy:

Gee its all about carriage
When am wearing an expensive suit or am dressed so smart and classy...and my cologne matters too... You don't go to a king looking like a slave... #packaging is key... By how I appear even bill gate will want a hand shake

well i mite agree to an extent but the guyz mood still matters alot....one who has alot on his mind and finds the interiewing stuff a little boderingg mite hold dat against u

Lol...Bros I'd like to get to know you. Ur both hilarious and seemingly knowledgeable.

majekdom2:
apparently you have not had a formal interview before.... you don't wear a cologne or perfume to an interview. Ask HR professionals.

majekdom2:
a cool deo is enough but not a cologne or perfume.

its obvious u know not d difference

funshint:
Bland!!! Abeg dat "offering of handshake" is not advisable. Some will consider it rude...imagine Dangote or Adenuga interviewing U̶̲̥̅̊...who be your p*p* to dey offer your dirty palm. Abeg your own done set be dat O°˚˚˚ !!!

you dey mind the op?he be like say na americana him be,shake hand with your oga to be in Nigeria?ko jo

rabbuy:
talking about low self esteem... When you know your worth and know that your not applying for cleaner why can't you shake him... He is a man just like you...

Know your worth and lose the job abi? Somethings that apply elsewhere don't work here in Nigeria, no matter how right they are. The important thing is getting the job and if handshake will cause you not to do that, forget it.

PRISTINEMUSCLES:

Who told you that one is not allowed to wear either a cologne or perfume for an interview session? That is false. The only thing to be mindful of is the strength of the perfume/cologne fragrance. If strong, just a little spray on the body is okay.

Sir, it's only an advice. It's not the strength alone. The fragrance may be repulsive to your interviewers.

Coldplayz2:
First impressions as they always say last longer and can play a major role in how an employer perceives you as a candidate. What you say during the first phase of the interview may make a big difference in the outcome – in a good way or in a bad way.

In fact, some hiring managers may make a decision to reject a candidate based on what they didn’t do when they met them. That’s why it’s important to pay attention to interview manners


How to Introduce Yourself at a Job Interview

When you arrive at the interview site introduce yourself to the receptionist by stating your name and the purpose of your visit. For example: “My name is Adeyeloja Femi and I have an interview scheduled with ------ at 2 pm.”

You will either be escorted to the interview room or the hiring manager will come out to meet you in the reception area. Again, take the time to introduce yourself so the interviewer knows who you are.

Offer to shake hands, even if the interviewer doesn’t offer their hand first. It’s good etiquette to include a handshake as part of your introduction. Tell the interviewer that it is a pleasure to meet them, smile, and be sure to make eye contact. For example: “I’m Adeyeloja Isiaka, it’s a pleasure to meet you.”


During the Interview

Many hiring managers will start an interview with an open-ended question like “Tell me about yourself.” The core of your response should focus on the key elements in your background which will enable you to excel in the job for which you are interviewing. You should carefully analyze the job prior to the interview so you can point out the interests, skills, experiences, and personal qualities which will enable you to meet or exceed the requirements.


Keep it Short

Your introduction should be concise enough to hold the interest of the interviewer. Generally, a quick recap of your most compelling qualifications will suffice. You could also throw in a couple of titbits which are not essential to the job, but reflect your persona like the fact that you are an avid skier, have performed at comedy clubs, or collect African art. Your goal is to connect personally with the interviewer as well as to show that you’re qualified for the job.

Of course, your initial comments should show your enthusiasm for the job and organization. However, don’t overdo it and don’t spend too much time talking about yourself. The interviewer has an agenda and time is limited, so keep your introduction brief so you can move on to the next question.


Follow Up Questions

The interviewer may follow up your introduction with more questions, so it’s important to remember that you will need to support whatever assertions you make during your introduction. Be prepared to provide specific examples of how and where you have utilized your assets to successfully carry out work or volunteer roles, academic projects, or other productive endeavors.



Manners matter during a job interview.

Regardless of the job you are applying for, you will be expected to act professionally throughout every phase of the interview process from greeting the interviewer to saying thank you after your interview.

http://www.quickjobng.com/2015/05/how-to-introduce-yourself-at-a-job-interview/

ALL THIS COPY AND PASTE ARTICLES WILL NOT HELP ANYBODY. THIS ARTICLE WAS NOT WRITTEN FOR AFRICA. HOW CAN U PUT THIS AS AN ADVICE TO ANY ONE. IN AFRICA, YOU DONT SHAKE ELDERS FIRST. YOUR INTERVIEWER IS TECHNICALLY YOUR 'ELDER'. YOU ABSOLUTELY DO NOT OFFER TO SHAKE HIS HAND FIRST.

What is wrong with "Mr. (His name)"?

Infopls:
In my opinion, the way you present yourself matter a lot when you go for an interview. Be sure of your onions.
Be approachable. E.g. I recently interviewed a guy who I asked to introduce himself, he told me he was Mr. (his name). Believe me, that was the end of the road for him.
Though I asked him questions further but he already lost the chance for a consideration.

On the issue of handshake, it's not advisable to offer your hand first, let that come from your interviewer. What you need to do first is greet politely, if the interviewer then offers his hand, shake with confidence ( not arrogance).

Thanks.

EVEN THE DANGOTE YOU MENTIONS IS A MAN THAT VALUE HUMAN IN ALL FORM OF LEVEL!.

funshint:
Bland!!! Abeg dat "offering of handshake" is not advisable. Some will consider it rude...imagine Dangote or Adenuga interviewing U̶̲̥̅̊...who be your p*p* to dey offer your dirty palm. Abeg your own done set be dat O°˚˚˚ !!!

To start with in Nigeria you don't shake your elders,no matter your age when you go for an interview its assumed the person interviewing you is your elder. Also you need to smell natural not wearing perfume or cologne as if you are going for a date. Besides you may not know how conducive the environment, you may be made to stay outside and sweat, imagine when you wear a cheap strong perfume couple with your body sweat. Those looking for force job most of these rules don't apply.

FriedPlantain:
All the sh1t listed above is nothing but crap. The last interview I attended was pretty straightforward and I killed it . After downing 3 bottles of orijin that early morning some minutes on my way to the interview just to help boost my confidence level, I stumbled and theatrically staggered to the front of the Secretary's desk and unconvincingly mumbled my reason for being there to her.

15 minutes later, it was my turn for the interview and I walked briskly to the interviewer's office.

Interviewer: Good morning
Me: good morning sir (grinning widely at him)

Interviewer: can we meet you
* Me trying to stiffle a short maniacal laughter threatening to escape from my lips*
Me: My name is Jay Jay Okocha, I am here to support your team...............


*well, I'd hardly finished that sentence when I was bundled out of the premises by the security.

u just made me laugh like craze man for beer palour...

laboguashi:
Naija mentality.

Baba don tell applicant make he rub d potion for hand, anybody u shake must give u what u want.
You think interviewers don't know this?

Some go look u like.... Na me u wan jazz with handshake abi? Ur own don be.

Lmao so true

Ekugbeh:
OP 9c 1
buh u ddnt outline lyk dress code
or
shud i dress lyk 2pac wannab?

come dnt ever talk abt ma man lik dat again.... . rip pac

funshint:
Bland!!! Abeg dat "offering of handshake" is not advisable. Some will consider it rude...imagine Dangote or Adenuga interviewing U̶̲̥̅̊...who be your p*p* to dey offer your dirty palm. Abeg your own done set be dat O°˚˚˚ !!!

A hand shake is a sign of self confidence. Once you use the tactics, you have to appear confident and real

Naija interview is the hardest. U will hear where do want to be in the next 10yrs, what is their business. I attended an interview in a multinational company abroad by a British interviewer. He took me to KFC for interview and offered me drink n burger. I ate and he bought me take away. He said he loves Nigerian guys and gave me the job. He only asked" CAN YOU DO THE JOB AS A SAFETY OFFICER.

majekdom2:
if your interviewers don't offer a hand first, it is best you don't. Some people are just not ok shaking hands with strangers, perhaps they think you may be coming with an uncleaned hands from the toilet... lols

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rabbuy:

Gee its all about carriage
When am wearing an expensive suit or am dressed so smart and classy...and my cologne matters too... You don't go to a king looking like a slave... #packaging is key... By how I appear even bill gate will want a hand shake

You don't get it. These things are cultural.

Handshake depends on the job you applied for. Offering hand to a team of Nigerian professors made up of mainly Yoruba men might be the beginning of your failure. If you are an Igbo man, that fries your arse completely

FriedPlantain:
All the sh1t listed above is nothing but crap. The last interview I attended was pretty straightforward and I killed it . After downing 3 bottles of orijin that early morning some minutes on my way to the interview just to help boost my confidence level, I stumbled and theatrically staggered to the front of the Secretary's desk and unconvincingly mumbled my reason for being there to her.

15 minutes later, it was my turn for the interview and I walked briskly to the interviewer's office.

Interviewer: Good morning
Me: good morning sir (grinning widely at him)

Interviewer: can we meet you
* Me trying to stiffle a short maniacal laughter threatening to escape from my lips*
Me: My name is Jay Jay Okocha, I am here to support your team...............


*well, I'd hardly finished that sentence when I was bundled out of the premises by the security.

hahahaha, u r a very good liar.

Kweenliz007:
I still av like a year for my own interview,so pls save ds topic for reference purpose..*smiles

kinda don't go with the hand-shake part,It will be wise if the interviewer was first to initiate the process. Perfume or cologne used should not be too heavy,to cause distractions and undue attentions.

majekdom2:
Mr,where did I encourage shabby dressing. I was only letting you know good interview ethics, per adventure you are a job seeker, learn and learn well. Don't be too arrogant.
* you don't shake hands unless you are offered one.
* it is not advisable to wear a cologne or perfume to an interview.

. Well! Oga shisha, wear it lightly and don't smell like a rotten egg. Ask your Hr again. Hand shake should be if the interviewer offers the hand. Its nothing about confidence, its etiquette and never you act like you are begging for the job. Just attend the interview like you are trying to meet someone. Please make the interview lively even as you advertis yourself

izutex007:


pls can u share ur Video nd audio wt me?

and me too pls

majekdom2:
Mr,where did I encourage shabby dressing. I was only letting you know good interview ethics, per adventure you are a job seeker, learn and learn well. Don't be too arrogant.
* you don't shake hands unless you are offered one.
* it is not advisable to wear a cologne or perfume to an interview.

Let him know too many colors should be avoided, preferably a plain shirt would be best.

adeyemistrong:
. Well! Oga shisha, wear it lightly and don't smell like a rotten egg. Ask your Hr again. Hand shake should be if the interviewer offers the hand. Its nothing about confidence, its etiquette and never you act like you are begging for the job. Just attend the interview like you are trying to meet someone. Please make the interview lively even as you advertis yourself

The problem with majority is understanding. It is not advicable to wear perfumes MR. A cool deo is ok. Not just the strength but the fragrance may be repulsive. Check on forbes. I never said one should beg for jobs. Shaking hands does mean you are confident. You may shake hands and fail in the shaking cause it may be too tight or too soft. It is best you avoid it unless you are offered one. You shaking hands does not cover up for flaws/ wrong answers.