Psychology influences every aspect of life. For example, color psychology is often used by marketing companies to influence products and make you want to buy more. You can also use psychological tricks to make a good impression during a job interview.

 

EMPLOYER PSYCHOLOGY

To apply effective psychological tips, the first step is to understand what the recruiter needs, thinks, and wants.

Recruit the most suitable person.

When posting a job advertisement, most employers hope to find the best fit in terms of skills, intelligence, personality, and cultural perspective. Qualifications and degrees only account for 40% of the hiring decision. Work skills, attitude, and soft skills also hold a high position in employers' evaluation criteria.

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Allergic to overly boastful candidates.

Many candidates resort to boasting endlessly about their abilities and past achievements. However, you should focus on your strengths and those that are relevant to the job position and the company culture, rather than showing off.

It's easy to spot lies.

Candidates often believe that providing truthful information will not make their resume look good and will make it difficult to get hired. However, they don't realize that lies can be easily detected by recruiters through a few simple verification steps.

Confidence is essential.

Employers particularly value confident individuals. Confident people know exactly what they need to do and prepare thoroughly. Confidence is reflected in their smile, eye contact, and overall demeanor.

Appreciation for appearance and body language.

While there aren't specific metrics, employers will certainly appreciate candidates who care about their appearance and style. External appearance is crucial and contributes to your success in interviews. Looking good isn't just about being pretty or not; it's about knowing how to express your personal style through body language. Those who skillfully use eye contact, facial expressions, and subtle gestures to convey their mood and emotions have a much higher success rate in interviews than others.

Being late means you'll be disqualified.

Any employer values ​​punctuality because if you arrive late for an interview, they will have a bad impression and doubt your adherence to time regulations. Regardless of the reason, the root of the problem is that you didn't have enough time to prepare.

 

PSYCHOLOGICAL TECHNIQUES

Confidence is key to success in recruitment. To demonstrate this more easily and effectively, you should master some psychological techniques.

1. Choose your outfit.

You can indirectly showcase the qualities that employers are looking for by using color psychology. You can choose shirts, ties, or belts in the following colors.

  • Yellow: warm, clear, and optimistic.
  • Orange: friendly, confident, and cheerful.
  • Red: courageous, enthusiastic, and passionate.
  • Pink: intelligent, creative, and imaginative.
  • Blue: strength, belief

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2. Use body language.

According to a video from a Northeastern University study, people who make more eye contact are more intelligent and quick-witted than those who make less eye contact. Therefore, make eye contact with the interviewer to demonstrate focus and alertness.

Smiling after each answer feels artificial. Being natural and composed is best.

Use body language to express emotions and moods. Opening and closing your palms shows sincerity. The "chameleon effect" (mimicking the interviewer's actions) can easily create a friendly impression.

3. Adjust your intonation.

An emotional writing style, combined with appropriate intonation, rhythmic variations, and well-placed pauses, will more easily build trust and create a stronger impression.

 

According to Career Link, Kyna, and HR Insider.