How to make a good impression on an employer during a job interview? How to make a good impression and pass a job interview.

Choosing a profession is always associated with a certain level of stress. After studying at universities, graduates harbor the hope in their hearts that there will be no problems with work. Reality shows the other side of the coin. Not only yesterday’s students who graduated from universities with honors, but also first-class specialists with extensive work experience and an arsenal of necessary professional skills and knowledge, due to some circumstances, forced to look for a new job, have to face a number of difficulties even at the first stage of their career - interview.
Employers in your chosen specialty may be different, and you cannot count on the fact that each of them will understand your individuality, unconventional thinking and talents. There are a number of generally accepted rules that help you make an extremely positive impression at an interview.

The word is not a sparrow, but a trump card

Speech is given to a person so that he can communicate freely, express his desires and needs. But sometimes we neglect this great gift and allow ourselves incoherent empty chatter that poisons our lives. Many of us are familiar with situations when, after a long wait for a conversation on an important issue and careful preparation, in reality we become timid and say something for which we later become ashamed. If this is a date with a loved one, then such an oversight can be forgiven.
There are other methods. Besides professional qualities, which you certainly possess, you should pay attention to what and how you say. It is not without reason that since ancient times the art of oratory has been considered one of the main human talents and a necessity in work matters.
So, how to talk during an interview so that you are entrusted with the position for which you are counting? Here are a few recommendations that you can apply to successfully pass the interview and soon take on a new position:

• Speak calmly and confidently, because there are not only irreplaceable people, but also irreplaceable employers. If you value yourself as a professional, then you have nothing to fear.
• Try not to accompany your speech with overly emotional gestures. When you speak, your gestures should be restrained and businesslike, but not closed or constrained.
• Don't judge your former management. Even if you were fired unfairly, say that you were not satisfied with the work schedule, lack of paid leave, and so on.
• It will be better for you if you familiarize yourself with general information about the company, then it will be easier for you to find mutual language with the HR employee or director (the one conducting the interview).
• The question about salary should be the last thing you ask, after the question about job responsibilities and working conditions.

They meet you by their clothes: what to wear to an interview

Before choosing an image for an interview, you should decide in which field you plan to work. If your vocation is a serious position that requires an analytical mind, a presentable appearance and great responsibility (banks, government agencies, office work), then you should choose colors in clothes such as:

• Brown
• Black
• Beige
• White
• Grey

What clothes would be appropriate? Classic-cut trousers, jackets, formal skirts, blouses and sweaters in the above colors will be yours best helpers in order to be perceived as a professional in your field. Pumps, ballet shoes or low heels will only elegantly highlight your style.
The necessary accessories for a business person, such as a watch, diary, pen, laptop and mobile phone(preferably two).

Good day to you, dear friend!

When it comes to the question of how to impress an employer at an interview, some candidates are led, as it were, into the wrong direction. Clothes, accessories and other external paraphernalia, of course, matter.

And you might even make an impression. But whether this impression will be the basis for offering you a job is a big question.

Maybe there will be sufficient reasons for some other proposal...)

However, the choice of strategy is an individual matter and your business.

Or rather, tell us about one of the ways. Very simple and equally effective.

Its essence is to answer the question yourself, to which the employer would like to know the answer, but never directly asks. This issue is critically important for the employer.

Namely: Will you solve problems that inevitably arise during your work? And can you solve them??

Will you do this yourself? Either you will look for reasons why the problem cannot be solved, or you will shift it to others, including the manager himself.

If your interlocutor doubts that the answer to the question “Will you solve problems” is positive, your entire track record, experience, qualifications, education will instantly turn into a pumpkin, I apologize for the slang.

The trick is that the manager conducting the interview, and often the recruiter, if he is inexperienced, do not always know how to get an answer to this question.

No one will ask this question directly, since the answer will be obvious.

Sometimes, experienced recruiters will ask relevant questions or case studies to determine your ability to solve problems.

But!

1. The ability to solve problems and the willingness to solve them are two very different things. Determining your ability or skill is not difficult for an experienced recruiter. But readiness...whether you will do this in real work is much more difficult.
2. According to my observations, testing for ability, much less readiness, to solve problems is not carried out very often. I don’t know what this is connected with, but it is so.

Preemptive maneuver

As a candidate, it is critically important for us to share how we can solve problems.

When a person talks about it himself, and does not answer a question or case, this means that:

1. He attaches great importance to this issue.
2. Not only can he solve problems, but he is willing to do so.

Let's ask ourselves: if the interlocutor does not know how to get an answer to the question he is interested in, why not help him. And you yourself cannot tell with examples how you solved problems and overcame difficulties in your work. Kind preemptive maneuver

You will probably have such an opportunity, because almost always at an interview you will be asked to talk about yourself and your successes...

You have great opportunity tell what your interlocutor sleeps and sees, find out.

Template for creating an example

This is done very simply. Prepare 2-3 examples according to the following scheme:

The situation, the problem, your actions, the result.

I won’t comment in detail so as not to take up a lot of time. I think the scheme is clear; it is very simple.

Rules for compiling examples

Follow these rules:

• Examples should be chosen from your professional experience. Personal life no need.
• It is advisable that the examples be, as they say, related to the topic of the vacancy for which you are applying. For example, you are leading or participating in some project, at some stage problems and difficulties arise. Tell us in detail how you dealt with this, maybe not the first time.
• Focus on what you did.
• Show that problems do not scare you, you perceive them as challenges.
• Try to find examples where you are truly proud of yourself. Then your story will be colored with emotions, it will light you up. These emotions will inevitably be transmitted to your interlocutor. and your further conversation will go in a positive way, this is very important.

Important Note: Don't overdo your role. Don't try to appear as Superman with shiny armor and a stony chin. You are a team player and have achieved success with your team. Your work is a contribution to the common cause of the team.

Prepare 2-3 examples of where you encountered problems and how you solved them.

Provide one or two prepared examples in your self-presentation. Leave one in reserve and voice it at a convenient moment when you answer questions. This will be your ace card up your sleeve.

I’ll tell you a secret: experienced recruiters conduct competency interviews according to a scheme very similar to the one in the figure. So here, too, your examples prepared according to this template will be in place.

Please take this seriously. Remember that with these examples you are answering a question that is of great interest to the employer.

So: Answer the question yourself that you will never be asked.:

Will you solve problems that arise during your work and will you be able to solve them?

This simple technique will help you stand out from other candidates and can have a big impact on your interview outcome.

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Many people are faced with the problem of choosing the most suitable vacancy. I was no exception, and after receiving the coveted diploma, I plunged into the search for work. Being insufficiently savvy in interviewing matters, thanks to my luck rather than my competence, I was able to get a place in one of the best recruitment agencies in our region. This is where I learned a lot useful information about effective behavior during an interview, which allows you to strengthen your position in the eyes of the employer.

In order to know how to interest a recruiter, you need to understand what exactly you can expect at the interview. And what mistakes await you.

Basic mistakes

1. Come unprepared. Many candidates, relying on their own strengths and the ability to improvise on the go, do not consider it necessary to think through an interview strategy in advance. And then recruiters have to listen to a series of unclear answers to the questions posed. The applicant, in turn, begins to get nervous and does not show his best side.

It is in such situations that, as a rule, it manifests itself negative "non-verbal". More than once, my colleagues and I have witnessed how our candidates allowed themselves to bite their nails during interviews, fidget with objects in their hands, incl. and taken from the recruiter’s desk (pens, pencils, notepads, etc.). Many candidates cannot sit still: they fidget in their chair, lean back, then suddenly lean forward. Others make excessively active movements with their hands. Someone taps their feet under the table during an interview. Another category of applicants tugs at the tip of their nose or twirls their hair around their finger or pen. All this speaks of an inability to control one’s emotions and lack of self-confidence.

I would also like to mention gestures that negatively characterize applicants. For example, if a candidate averts his eyes or hides them, this is a sign that he is distancing himself from the recruiter, is hiding something, or is not confident in himself. Another interpretation of this gesture is embarrassment. It is necessary to observe the “golden” mean: a too intent, unblinking gaze can also be a sign of secrecy. Some candidates cover their mouths with their hands during a conversation: firstly, this distorts speech, and secondly, this gesture may indicate a person’s tendency to lie. You should not allow such gestures as twitching eyebrows, biting lips, nervously twitching eyelids, quivering chin - these are also signs of a hidden or embarrassed person. Lack of control over their facial expressions is typical for people who are nervous, easily excitable, suggestible, and afraid to express their opinions, unless, of course, this is a consequence of neuralgia.

2. Arrive in inappropriate clothing. Much has already been written about the so-called “dress code”. However, sometimes it seems that people coming for an interview have confused the place and purpose of the meeting. In practice, one of my colleagues was interesting case: a girl applying for one of the key positions in the largest company in the IT market came to an interview in a short skirt, a fishnet blouse, provocative makeup and black nail polish. It took the recruiter a lot of effort to forget the first impression and reveal the true talents of the applicant. The company's HR manager would hardly be so lenient, and the answer would be clear. That is why my colleague, before sending the girl for an interview with the customer company, gave a number of recommendations on her appearance. Women should forget about bright makeup and flashy colors if they hope to find a place in good company. It’s worth putting aside the jewelry so beloved by many ladies for a while: one or two of them will be more than enough. I remember a case with an applicant for the position of development director for a company specializing in auto accessories. Came for an interview real professional with impressive experience in the automotive industry. The only "but" was his dirty nails and marks machine oil on a suit, which may be acceptable for a candidate for the position of a car mechanic, but is hardly suitable for the head of an organization.

3. Underestimate or overestimate yourself in the eyes of the recruiter. There are three categories of applicants: 1). Those who are able to give themselves and their professional experience an adequate assessment; 2). Who unnecessarily exaggerates their abilities and professional achievements; 3). Who, despite significant experience, fundamental knowledge and skills, underestimate their capabilities.

There are significantly more applicants who belong to the second category, which in some circumstances can be considered a “plus”: this can have a beneficial effect on the ability to “sell” oneself to an employer of interest. Entrepreneurs are attracted to strong, strong-willed, purposeful people. In this case, the main thing is not to overdo it, because it is better not to get a job by remaining yourself than to be accepted for it by pretending to be someone else. If you attribute to yourself non-existent experience or knowledge that you do not possess, this will sooner or later become public knowledge and negatively affect your business reputation.

Types of interviews

1. The most common type of interview is the so-called « structured interview». Here the recruiter adheres in advance established sequence questions. First, formal questions are asked - age, education, work experience. The candidate is then asked to talk about functional responsibilities, which he performed at his previous place of work, and, accordingly, what positions he held. This is followed by questions about the reasons for changing jobs, as well as questions about hobbies, strengths and weaknesses character, as well as additional skills and abilities.

2. Unstructured interview , unlike the previous type, is being built freely and may affect any topics. This type of interview, as a rule, has no time limit.

3. Competency interview . This type of interview involves correlating the company's requirements with the candidate's level of competence. Questions are structured in such a way as to test a person’s level of knowledge and skills. Examples include the following questions:

· How many people did you manage and how did you distribute responsibilities between them?

· Tell us how you were able to predict and prevent possible problems.

· Tell us about how you dealt with an angry customer.

Questions within this type of interview can be aimed at identifying competencies such as people management skills, focus on commercial results, creative and innovative approach problem solving, communication skills, analytic skills etc.

4. Projective interview. This type of interview involves assessing the applicant based on his personal perception of a particular task. The well-known test "Workplace". You need to draw your own on a blank sheet of paper. workplace. Next, the recruiter analyzes what was drawn. For example, if a candidate draws interior details, then for him the environment may be more important than the work being performed. If he portrays people, then, as a rule, he does not have any difficulties in communicating with colleagues and clients. It is not uncommon for job candidates to be asked to depict their family, themselves in the present tense, and themselves in the future (say, 5 years from now).

5. In-depth interview. This type of interview involves long-term contact between the recruiter and the applicant, which makes it possible to determine not only the candidate’s professional experience, but also his worldview, values, life principles. This is a kind of heart-to-heart conversation in which a close connection between the interviewer and the candidate is established.

6. Situational interview involves a description of some hypothetical situation followed by a question addressed to the applicant for the position. By giving an answer, the candidate can demonstrate his professional suitability, ability to analyze, correctly place emphasis, interact with colleagues and subordinates, find a way out problem situations. An example would be the following formulation: “Imagine a situation where you are stuck in an elevator 5 minutes before the start of a meeting where you have to make a presentation to important clients. The outcome of a major deal depends on your performance. What will you do under the proposed circumstances? There is no need to think that there are necessarily correct answers to this question. The employer checks first of all your creativity - borrowing other people's ideas is unlikely to interest him.

7. Stressful interview practiced in cases where the work involves a non-standard nature associated with increased emotional, physical or intellectual stress. On practice this type Interviews are conducted extremely rarely. Recruiters usually limit themselves to a few provocative questions. the main objective– test the candidate for stress resistance. There are a number of companies where the stress interview is a favorite. Some people offer candidates a broken chair to see what they will do: ask for a replacement or stand there throughout the interview, waiting for mercy from the employer. Some people do not hesitate to smoke in the presence of a candidate or allow themselves to use profanity. There are those who deliberately delay the meeting for an hour or two to find out whether such incivility will infuriate the candidate. I know of a case where an employer indulged in rude behavior not only during the initial interview, but throughout probationary period, which cost him several first-class specialists. In any case, you need to remain calm. If the interviewer’s behavior goes beyond the bounds of decency and affects honor and dignity, you should stop the interview without losing your composure and explain the reason for the early end of the interview.

It should be noted that the use of only one type of interview is not so common, mostly we are talking about a combination of them: for example, a combination of a structured interview with a competency interview with the inclusion of elements of a stress interview.

Interview as planned

If we talk about the scheme according to which a standard interview takes place, it can be presented in the following form:

1. Performance.

2. Clarifying the purpose of the meeting and the reasons for the vacancy announcement. The candidate needs to find out why this vacancy opened, whether it existed before, what happened to the previous employee. Usually the recruiter himself talks about the history of the vacancy at the very beginning of the interview. If this does not happen, then it is worth clarifying this moment on one's own.

3. Company information. The recruiter independently or at the request of the candidate provides information directly related to the company. This allows you to assess the company’s position in the market, its success and stability.

4. Conversation on the candidate’s resume. The recruiter asks questions about education, professional experience (if any), skills, achievements, etc.

5. Questions to the recruiter. The questions asked by the candidate allow you to expand the recruiter’s understanding of the applicant, identify his true motives, understand how great his interest in this vacancy is, and what factor will be decisive when making a decision.

6. Determining the algorithm for further interaction. You need to find out from the recruiter what will happen depending on the outcome of the interview. The result may be known at the end of the interview. The recruiter may ask you to wait for a decision and call after the agreed time has passed. This does not mean refusal. Perhaps the recruiter needs to meet with other candidates or coordinate some details with higher authorities.

7. Completing the interview. If the decision was made after the interview, the following questions may be discussed:

• rules of work in the company;
• requirements for working conditions;
• confidentiality of proprietary information;
• the period for which the employee is hired and the probationary period;
• employee responsibility (system of rewards, punishments);
• wage system (rate, bonuses, guaranteed minimum, taxes);
• social package (including benefits, sick leave, vacation, pension);
• necessary documents for further employment.

8. Parting.

Testing

Some recruiters prefer to use this in addition to a traditional interview. psychological testing , aimed not so much at identifying professional skills, but at determining personal qualities. And here it makes sense to talk about the most common tests used by HR when selecting personnel.

Tests can be divided into the following groups: ability tests, a type of which can be considered intelligence tests, achievement tests, personality tests, projective tests, as well as sociometric techniques.

1. Aptitude tests – tests diagnosing the level of development of general and special abilities that determine the success of training, professional activity and creativity. Intelligence tests aimed at identifying the level mental development person. Most often, recruiters resort to the Amthauer and Eysenck tests.

Testing – great way identify professionally significant qualities personality. The main thing is not to forget that the proposed methods serve not only recruiters to identify the skills, abilities and personal qualities required for a given position, but also candidates to determine suitability for a vacant position. Tests can become the basis for professional self-determination, because it is important for every person to find his own path in life and not make a mistake with his choice.

After all, it largely depends on whether you get the desired position or not.

Don't neglect preliminary preparation(preparing for an interview). Try to get enough sleep and rest before the interview. Don't worry and don't stress yourself out emotionally.

Choose the right clothes for an interview. The main thing in this matter is relevance. Basically, all companies have an office dress code. Therefore, it is better not to wear trendy and extravagant outfits. A classic business style is suitable for any occasion (How to dress for an interview). Mandatory condition: clothes and shoes must be in good condition.

Never be late for an interview. Be sure to plan your trip ahead of time.

It is not customary to arrive for an interview much earlier than the appointed time. If you arrived earlier, it is better to wait a little outside.

Don't sit down without an invitation. If the pause is too long, politely ask where you can sit.

Wage

It is unethical to ask about salary at the beginning of an interview. Depict complete indifference It’s also not worth it to future wages. Think in advance about how you will answer the questions: “How much do you earn now?”, “Are you ready for lower wages during the probationary period?”, “What salary would you like to receive from us?” Don't underestimate the level wages. An employer is unlikely to pay you more if you are willing to work for less. You shouldn't underestimate yourself. Before agreeing to a specific amount, ask the interviewer in detail about the schedule and scope of work, and about job responsibilities.

How to make an impression in an interview. Underwater rocks.

An experienced interviewer can test you for stress resistance, for example, using pauses. After you have answered the question, calmly wait for the next one. Is your interlocutor silent? Don't be embarrassed, don't get annoyed, don't take it as a sign of disrespect. Remember - at this moment the interviewer is testing you.

Are you being asked again about what you talked about a minute ago? Did your interlocutor allegedly not understand you or misunderstand you? Again, this is a stress test. Calmly repeat what you have already said. Remember, at this moment your ability to maintain composure and control yourself is being tested.

For the same purpose, you may be asked questions that are not entirely ethical, and also not directly related to your work. For example: “Doesn’t it bother you that your husband has a child from his first marriage? What is your relationship with him?” ex-wife? ". Under no circumstances enter into a confidential conversation with the employer. Do not forget - in front of you experienced psychologist, whose main task is to obtain as much information as possible from you. You should give him only information that is beneficial to you.

Be honest! Answer the employer's questions without exaggerating or embellishing the truth. Lies will definitely be revealed over time. The employer will be extremely disappointed. Of course, no one forces you to lay out everything “as best you can.” Some things can simply be kept silent. But remember, there is nothing worse than being caught in a lie!

Ask questions to the employer

Were you invited to ask questions? Make the most of this opportunity. Ask in detail about the vacancy and the prospects for the company as a whole. Feel free to ask questions. The main thing is to do this kindly and diplomatically (questions asked to the employer during an interview).

Do not smoke during the interview, even if your interlocutor lights up.

Evaluation of results

Most often, the interview ends with the employer’s standard phrase: “We will contact you!” It’s better to immediately clarify how long you should expect a call. Ask for a contact number where you can call back and find out about the results. Ask when it is best to call you back. When you get home, calm down and analyze your actions during the interview. If you are not happy with the way you answered some questions, don’t worry! Just think about how you will do it next time. And even if you are rejected, do not despair! So this really isn't your job. And besides, you purchased good experience passing an interview, which will definitely be useful to you in the future.

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So, you have been invited for an interview. Before you open the door to your future, remember: it takes no more than 30 seconds to make the first - the most lasting - impression. Studies have shown that the first impression that a job seeker makes on a potential employer is indeed very lasting and can develop into subconscious prejudice or, conversely, inexplicable sympathy.

In one study, participants were shown 20-30 second video clips of interviews that captured the moment applicants met an employer. Participants in the experiment assessed such qualities of applicants as self-confidence and ability to be liked. As it turned out, their assessments - based on first impressions - largely coincided with the assessments of employers who spoke with applicants for 20 minutes.

Fortunately, first impressions can be overcome - you just need to master a few simple techniques.

Timing

Few things leave a worse impression on a potential employer than being late for an interview or any other important meeting. Therefore, allow enough time to prepare for the interview and get to the interview location (in case you cannot find the office right away).

But this does not mean that you need to come to the meeting earlier than the specified time. If you're on site 15 minutes before your interview and you're an eyesore in the waiting room, it can irritate the employer and make you come across as someone who's desperate for a job. If you arrive at the meeting place before the appointed time, sit in a nearby cafe or check your appearance in the toilet.

Ideally, you should arrive for your interview five to ten minutes early, and be sure to be polite and attentive to everyone you meet at the company - you never know how much the secretary can influence the decision to hire you.

Appearance

Whether you like it or not, most people make an opinion about a new acquaintance based on their clothes, so it is very important to look professional. However, an overly business suit often looks unnatural, while casual wear speaks of the frivolity of your intentions and a frivolous attitude towards work.

Never show up to an interview wearing clothes that are sloppy, dirty, tight, or too revealing. Business suit tailored individual order, or a suit from a well-known brand - this is the universal dress code for an interview for both men and women. And don't forget about accessories: they should be clean and in harmony with the rest of the ensemble. If discrepancies are still permissible in matters of clothing, then the hairstyle should definitely be neat, the hair should be clean, and the nails should be trimmed. Remember that your smell should not get ahead of you, so before the meeting, be sure to take a shower, use good toilet soap and deodorant. But it is better to refrain from using perfume or cologne with a strong smell.

So, the hairstyle should be neat - no flashy accents or radical shades - and makeup should be kept to a minimum. Tattoos should be hidden or disguised, and there should be no more than one earring per ear (for women, of course).

Handshake

Experts on issues business communication We are firmly convinced that a handshake says more about us than we would like. A weak and hesitant handshake - and your interlocutor will suspect you of weakness of character or cowardice. A handshake that is too strong and firm - and the interlocutor will attribute to you a desire to dominate or excessive enthusiasm. But a confident and moderately strong handshake speaks of leadership qualities and endears your interlocutor to you.

So, reach out and shake the other person's hand when your palms touch. Shake your hands together with a handshake several times, but without excessive zeal.

Language of the body

Do not underestimate the importance of posture and the smallest movements, including facial movements. A study conducted by Albert Mehrabian showed that 55% of information in the process of communication is derived from body movements.

If you want your interlocutor to notice your self-confidence, sit up straight with your shoulders back. Don't cross your legs or lounge in your chair as if you were sitting at home, even if your interlocutor is sitting in that position.

Try not to show your excitement. Don't make a fuss. Avoid unnecessary movements. Do not touch your accessories, jewelry, face, hair, or cross your arms. Try not to lose eye contact with the interviewer. If you can't maintain eye contact at all times, look at the bridge of the other person's nose - this trick creates the illusion that you are looking directly into the interviewer's eyes, while reducing distractions.

5 situations to avoid

...But you thought you were prepared for this interview the best way. But sometimes even the best-laid plans are disrupted by unpredictable circumstances. Therefore, you need to be prepared for unpleasant situations in order to prevent them or meet them fully prepared. Rest assured, a potential employer will appreciate your ability to find a way out of a critical situation.

• Late

It doesn't matter whether you overslept, got stuck in traffic, or have a more exotic excuse, being late is unlikely to endear you to your employer.

Solution: If you are late and do not make it to the appointed time, be sure to call back and notify the company where you are going for an interview. This will save the employer from humiliating waiting and give him the opportunity to reschedule the meeting to another, later time or to another day.

No resume

You grabbed a briefcase, but forgot at home your portfolio with a set of resumes printed on fine paper, all the letters of recommendation introducing you with best side, and best examples your work.

Solution: this situation can be easily avoided if you plan ahead. Don't rely on printouts and paper versions necessary documents. Stock up on an electronic version of your resume - it is best to publish it on your personal Internet page, website, or store it in e-mail. This allows you to get immediate access to your resume from anywhere in the world where there is Internet access, including from the employer’s office.

Problems with the suit

Somewhere on the way to the office, your perfectly ironed suit became wrinkled, torn, or, thanks to a passing car, unsightly stains of dirt appeared on it.

Solution: It's best to briefly explain what happened right away. Everyone has been in this situation, so your mud-stained pants are more likely to make your interviewer feel sympathetic rather than annoyed.

Forgetfulness

During an interview, you are nervous, so forgetfulness and absent-mindedness are quite natural.

Solution: If you don't write down the name of the person you're interviewing with, don't see his name on his desk, or can't read his name on the numerous certificates and certificates adorning the walls of the office, there's no need to pretend that you remember him. At the first convenient opportunity, ask the interviewer for his business card and continue with the interview.

Interviewer's disinterest

You arrive at an interview full of hopes and expectations, only to be met with complete indifference by the interviewer, who barely dignifies you with a casual nod instead of a greeting.

Solution: If the interviewer doesn't listen to you, does that indicate indifference? Perhaps he is simply busy with other, more serious matters and solving a complex problem? Try to attract his attention, and if this does not help, offer to reschedule the interview to another time more convenient for the interviewer.

Job seekers often get nervous if an interview doesn't go as planned, but how you handle a difficult or unpleasant situation says more about you than your resume and references.