Some people say that the job interview is a game of chance. They thought that they can only do limited things about it. That's why other aspirants would just read the job description, familiarize their resume and pray hoping that their interviewer will ask questions they can answer. But the truth is, there is a way to nail one's job interview. And that is the proper preparation for it. So Latinos must invest their time and efforts as they do the right thing perfectly especially that this phase is their last step to reach the goal of getting hired.  

In order to properly prepare for their job interview Latinos must consider these tips:

Put Emphasis on Individual Accomplishments

Job recruiters want to know not just how the applicant coordinates in a team but also how that person stands out in their group task. That's why it's important that Latinos must discuss their own accomplishments during an interview. By doing so, recruiters would think that the aspirant has so many significant things to talk about during interview.

Answer the Questions Directly

As posted by LatPro, Graciela Kenig, founder and president of the Latino Workforce, an organization dedicated to finding and placing multicultural recruits into the workforce, said, "We Latinos tend to communicate indirectly." In fact, plunging right in and saying things directly may seem abrupt and rude to a Latino, but it's not during an interview. There is only a limited time to impress the recruiter so maximize every second by directly answering the questions.

Always Make Eye Contact

As recruiters give their aspirants a chance to market themselves during an interview, they are already imagining them as their potential co-workers. That's why Latinos, during an interview, must learn to look at them in eyes and act as colleagues. For some, doing so will make them feel uncomfortable especially that the gesture has a different connotation in Latin America. But, aspirants must never forget that good eye contact shows confidence. Failing to do so would mean untruthfulness and evasiveness.

Always Smile

The job interview is stressful, but looking nervous and eventually freezing up during an interview will lower the chances of an aspirant getting the job. That's how important it is to smile. Just don't forget to do it naturally without pursing the lips together. "Even if you're not feeling it, fake it," advised by The Muse. This gesture will make any Latino appear more friendly, confident and approachable.

Remember, in a job interview, practice makes perfect. So be confident and well prepared. Knowing these rules and tips ahead of time is a great way to start.