What is the interviewer's impression of me?
The authoritative image attributed to the interviewer results in increased apprehension on the applicants part and may sideline his/her attention and compromise the ability to concentrate on what is being asked in the interview. The intimidating aura the interviewer has in our mind increases concerns regarding the quality of the answers given to their questions. Instead of responding concisely to the questions asked the applicant attempts to please the interviewer by responding in such a way that they think is expected by the interviewer.
The example below will demonstrate the issue:
-A self-confident, direct and dominant applicant is invited to an interview. During the interview the applicant is pre-occupied with the possibility that his dominant traits may compromise his chances to succeed in the interview. As a result the candidate tries to project submissive behaviour which in fact damages his image as a professional candidate.
The preoccupation with the interviewer, their expectations and their thoughts compromises the interviewee's ability to be convincing and concise in the interview. It is impossible to envisage what the interviewer is thinking during an interview and moreover it is counter-productive. Just as you have no idea as to what the interviewer is thinking, the interviewer can not read your thoughts. Focus on the questions asked, the matter at heart, and don't make any assumptions and presumptions – they are not useful in any way.
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