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Interview survival tips
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When you go for an interview there are some key points to remember. Read through the below to help you prepare for the big day………….
Preparing for the Interview
- Research everything you can about the company – its industry, countries, employees, culture, growth etc – anything they may ask you questions on – it is good to know and remember as much as you can so it shows your interest in the business itself
- Request a company brochure to help familiarise yourself with anything about the company
- Make sure you have read through and remembered everything that was put into the job description
- Double check where the interview is going to take place and the time
- Google the address so you know exactly where you are going and how long it will take. Do a trial run to the location and ensure you take into account any rush hour traffic that may delay you
- Ask a friend to do a trial interview with you to practice
- Think about potential questions the employer may ask you and prepare to answer them
- Save the company phone number in case you are late or lost
On the morning/day of the Interview
- Dress smartly and appropriately as first impressions count
- Take your CV with you printed off just in case they require it
- Leave enough time for unexpected traffic or delays so you do not arrive rushed or flustered
- Read over your CV so you are familiar with everything they have about you in front of them
- Remember your pen and pad
At the Interview
- Shake the interviewers hand confidently
- Speak clearly and confidently and always smile
- Keep as much eye contact as possible and avoid looking around the room
- Always be positive
- Ask about any questions you may have at the end, for example, career progression etc
- Avoid talking about salary unless the interviewer brings it up
- Avoid lying or being negative about the past
- Avoid using too much perfume/aftershave or makeup
- Accept the offer of a drink as this can give you some time to think about an answer to a question
- If you have more than one interviewer, always answer the person who has asked the question
- You can ask the interviewer at the end how you have performed and when you are likely to hear about whether you get the job or a second interview. You can ask what the next steps are.
After the Interview
- If you have not heard from them after a few days, contact them or the agency you have used to follow up as this make you looks like you want the job
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