Tips on Traveling for a Job Interview
As a complete chauffeured ground transportation solution provider, Royal Coachman picks up travelers from all over the world. They visit the NY area for all kinds of reasons, including job interviews.
Stressed, excited and overwhelmed, these travelers manage to breathe in our rides and take their minds off the stress while admiring the city. Interviews and offsite meetings are stressful enough without having to consider all of the logistics and drama of traveling, but don’t let that stop you! With these easy plan-ahead tips, you can forget about logistics and focus on nailing the interview! Read on to discover a few tips on traveling for a job interview.
Expenses
If a company is interested in you, they will generally be willing to pay for your travel expenses. Approach this topic gently, however, if you need to ask for reimbursement. Assuming the prospective company will cover your travel costs is a mistake. Be willing to cover a portion of your travel expenses. If you are investing time traveling to the interview, you demonstrate high interest in the job. You certainly don’t want to make a bad impression by seeming grabby.
If they agree to pay and allow you to book your own travel for the interview, don’t go overboard with a five-star hotel and first class plane ticket. Respecting the company’s resources will impact how the hiring manager views you.
Pack Lightly
If your interview is on the day that you are traveling, pack lightly with a carry-on. Even if you just have a carry-on, it is always a good idea to bring a back-up outfit. Having an alternate wardrobe selection allows you to make any last minute changes you might need. It is a good idea to keep a spare set of clothes in your carry-on bag regardless. This way, losing your luggage won’t mean you have to show up to your interview in jeans. And if you spill anything on yourself, you have a backup that will allow you to face your interviewers with confidence. Make sure to pick outfits that fit you well, and help you present yourself in the best possible light.
Have a Transportation Plan
One of the worst things you can do when traveling for your interview is to arrive late. You need to have a firm understanding of when you need to arrive at the airport, at your hotel, and at the office. Spend some time planning how you’ll transport yourself from your hotel to the interview. Often, companies will provide transportation for potential future employees. When planning and coordinating your transportation, remember to avoid relying solely on your cell phone. What if your battery dies or Internet connections are spotty? Instead, go old school and print out your directions, and the details of a reliable ground transportation provider.
Wakeup Plans
Since you definitely don’t want to be late to your interview, be sure to set as many alarms as you think are necessary. Set them on your phone, computer, and even ask the hotel to set a wakeup call to ensure you have enough time to get ready. You don’t want to risk oversleeping and feeling rushed as you make your way to the interview. Your goal is to be well-rested, put-together, and calm by the time you arrive at the interview.
Many people recommend that you give yourself 45 minutes of buffer time to avoid unforeseen wardrobe problems, emergencies, and traffic nightmares. Try to have a healthy breakfast, prepare yourself for the interview once more, and then get ready to go.
Think of the Next Day
When booking your trip, consider giving yourself an extra day in the city, especially if that city is New York. If the interview goes well, there is a chance that the interviewing company might want you to meet with others in the company. If not, you can explore the city to determine whether or not you think it would be a good fit for you. The city has so much to offer, like an incredible array of restaurants, bars, museums, and outdoor areas to explore.
These tips should ensure you can focus solely on interview. We hope you have found them useful. If you’re interested in booking a car service for your interview in order to ensure you get everywhere you need to on time, you can browse our services.
We offer you:
NEWARK AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION to make sure you relax a bit after arriving and enjoy the city on your way to the hotel
CAR SERVICE NJ to make sure you arrive in style to your interview.
As a bonus we offer you Royal Coachman’s advice on confidence:
Confidence is not “they will like me”. Confidence is “I’ll be fine if they don’t”.
Originally published at Royal Coachman.
