First impressions can play a major role in how an employer perceives you as a candidate. What you say during the first phase of the interview may make a big difference in the outcome - in a good way or in a bad way.

　　在面试时，第一印象在面试官心中有举足轻重的作用。在面试环节你一开始说的内容可能会造成截然不同的结果，不管是好是坏。

　　In fact, some hiring managers may make a decision to reject a candidate based on what they didn't do when they met them. That's why it's important to pay attention to interview manners and to carefully think through how you will introduce yourself during a job interview.

　　事实上，有些面试官会因为面试者在面试中没有做到期望的那样而将其拒绝。这就是为什么在面试中注意自己行为和想清楚如何介绍自己有多么重要的原因了。

　　How to Introduce Yourself at a Job Interview

　　如何介绍自己

　　When you arrive at the interview site introduce yourself to the receptionist by stating your name and the purpose of your visit. For example: "My name is Tim Jones and I have an interview scheduled with John Smith at 2 pm."

　　当你到达面试点时，介绍自己姓名及参加面试的目的。例如：“我叫Tim Jones，我和John Smith预约2点面试。”

　　You will either be escorted to the interview room or the hiring manager will come out to meet you in the reception area. Again, take the time to introduce yourself so the interviewer knows who you are.

　　你可能会被带到面试间或者面试官会出来见你。不过还是需要再次介绍下自己以便对方记住自己。

　　Offer to shake hands, even if the interviewer doesn't offer their hand first. It's good etiquette to include a handshake as part of your introduction. Tell the interviewer that it is a pleasure to meet them, smile, and be sure to make eye contact. For example: "I'm Tina Lionel, it's a pleasure to meet you."

　　主动握手，即使面试官没有主动和你握手。在自我介绍中主动握手也是一项重要的礼节。告诉面试官见到他很高兴，微笑，并且眼神交流。比如：“我是Tina Lionel，见到你很高兴。”

　　Tip: To avoid sweaty palms, stop in the restroom prior to the interview and wash and dry your hands. If that's not feasible, use a tissue to dry off your hands ahead of time. Here's more on how to avoid interview mistakes and how to avoid interview stress.

　　建议：为了防止出手汗，面试前先到洗手间把手洗净吹干。如果没有条件的话，就用纸巾把手擦干。下面再给些如何避免面试错误和压力的建议。

　　During the Interview

　　面试过程中

　　Many hiring managers will start an interview with an open-ended question like "Tell me about yourself." The core of your response should focus on the key elements in your background which will enable you to excel in the job for which you are interviewing. You should carefully analyze the job prior to the interview so you can point out the interests, skills, experiences, and personal qualities which will enable you to meet or exceed the requirements.

　　许多面试官会以诸如“请介绍下自己。”这样的开放性问题开始。你的回应应该集中在介绍自己的强项和说明自己能够胜任这项工作这两方面。在面试前要对这份工作做好分析以便在面试中突出你的兴趣所在，技能，经验和个人素质这些能满足甚至超越这项工作的要求。

　　Tip: Review Answers to Tell Me About Yourself Questions

　　建议：重温自我介绍

　　Keep it Short

　　简短回答

　　Your introduction should be concise enough to hold the interest of the interviewer. Generally, a quickrecap of your most compelling qualifications will suffice. You could also throw in a couple of tidbits which are not essential to the job, but reflect your persona like the fact that you are an avid skier, have performed at comedy clubs, or collect African art. Your goal is to connect personally with the interviewer as well as to show that you're qualified for the job.

　　你的回答应该足够简短以保持面试官的注意力。一般来说，用一个简短的强调自己优势的自我介绍就足够了。不过你也可以加入一些小花絮点缀你的性格，比如自己是位滑雪爱好者，表演过喜剧或是收藏非洲艺术品，虽然这些并不是该职位所必要的。你的目的是为了能和面试官建立起一种性格方面的共同点，同时也从侧面说明你能胜任这项工作。

　　Of course, your initial comments should show your enthusiasm for the job and organization. However, don't overdo it and don't spend too much time talking about yourself. The interviewer has an agenda and time is limited, so keep your introduction brief so you can move on to the next question.

　　当然了，初步自我评价应该展示你对这份工作的热情。然而不要过多展示热情，不然会减少介绍自己成分。因面试官有自己的日程，时间有限，所以尽可能简短介绍后再回答接下来的问题。

　　Follow Up Questions

　　进一步问题

　　The interviewer may follow up your introduction with more questions, so it's important to remember that you will need to support whatever assertions you make during your introduction. Be prepared to provide specific examples of how and where you have utilized your assets to successfully carry out work or volunteer roles, academic projects, or other productive endeavors.

　　面试官可能会根据你的介绍向你进一步提问，所以你要牢记的是，你需要为你介绍的方方面面提供论证支持，比如介绍在你之前参与的志愿者活动中或者是学术项目或是其他一些创造性活动中你是如何运用你的各种能力的。

（编辑：何莹莹）