Spend time reading up about the cultural nuances of the country you're interviewing in.
is considered impolite and rude in cultures, particularly in China and Japan, but in others it might be used to direct attention to something. In Turkey, a firm handshake is considered aggressive, in Northern Europe it’s considered as the norm, and in South America handshakes are longer and generally lighter.
Learning all these differences may feel daunting. But there’s one way to tread the line. During your interview, mirror the eye contact, gesturing, smiling, and posture of the interviewer. While this sounds relatively easy to do, it does require you to focus your attention and make an effort. If you pick up on a behavior that’s new to you, like gesturing more or smiling less, try practicing in front of a mirror, so that it feels more natural to you in the future.
Beyond gesturing, also pay attention to the level of small talk your interviewer is comfortable with. In South America, for instance, small talk is used to foster connections and increase trust. In other cultures, like in many Northern Europe countries, small talk may seem frivolous and make a bad impression. If your interviewer begins the interview with “How great is the weather today?” take that as a cue that it’s okay to engage in some small talk.
If you experience the reverse — your interviewer is late or informally dressed — keep cultural differences in mind and don’t be offended.As your interview draws to a close, the interviewer will most likely say, “Do you have any questions for us?” This is a great time to demonstrate that you want to learn how to be successful in the new cultural context. Showing genuine interest and enthusiasm to learn in an unfamiliar environment suggests that you’re confident and able to overcome obstacles.
Interviewing can be stressful, even with someone from the same culture, and adding layers of cultural differences can make the task feel more intimidating. These strategies will help you prepare and succeed in interviews anywhere in the world. In an increasingly global workplace, cultural agility is a must-have skill.
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