Human Resources in any public or private sector agency represents the beginning of the complex relationship between the interviewer and the candidate. HR is the department that agonizes over the implications of decisions made, it is the conscience of the department. The interview is often the introductory meeting between the interviewer and the applicant. To get through the interview process, candidates must exercise patience and motivation. Practice makes perfect as the candidate learns HR tactics, hiring process and duties. Job seekers can familiarize themselves with motivational theories to improve themselves in the job search process: Maslow's pyramid, expectancy theory, and theory X and Y. The human resources department within each company ensures the implementation of the company's objectives. The department is responsible for hiring, recruiting and choosing the ideal candidate. When a candidate applies for different positions, he must adequately present himself to the recruiter. With your job search in mind, it's important to thoroughly understand what human resources is and what to expect during the interview. When candidates begin the application process and job search, they enter a virtual world. With technology improving the relationship between HR and the candidate adapts to the virtual world of social media. It is important to follow the hiring process from the time you apply for the position until you are hired as a new employee. The candidate must maintain an optimistic and motivating attitude as they continue their job search. Every job search or online interview can be different. As a candidate you should ask yourself: why are we being considered for the job? or because the... medium of paper... company. There may also be a situational interview, this interview is often arranged to see how the applicant will respond to the situation. The interview setting is identical to what the day-to-day situational working atmosphere will be like. During the interview, candidates often get nervous and feel intimidated. However, it is extremely important not to tell the employer how you feel. Showing an emotional side to the interviewer can make them see you as weak and unprofessional. The candidate should always keep in mind that he is not the only one interviewing and everyone gets nervous. It is normal to feel anxious before or during the interview but at the same time the candidate must remain calm. During your job search it is essential to be focused and motivated. Public sector candidates need to focus on motivational theories during their job search and as they advance in their careers.