How to go about preparing yourself for a job interview

How to go about preparing yourself for a job interview

This article will attempt to explain to you the meticulous interview preparation and steps you should follow to ensure you shine at the right moment.

How long will the interview last?

Although this depends on the vacancy and interviewer they cab typically be anything from 30 minutes to 1 hour. This is a golden hour' for you within which you have the opportunity to impress them enough to be invited back.

How many interviewers will there be?

This again will depend of circumstances. It could just be one person or a panel of up to 4 people interviewing you.

Research the job role thoroughly

Read and go over in detail the job advertisement. Make notes and list the key responsibilities that the role demands. Look for crucial data so you can ascertain what competencies are required. You may be asked about these day to day tasks and so need to be able to answer and explain how you will fulfil them. You need to match your skills and experience to the opening.

Investigate the prospective employer

Find out about their business, how it works, what their products and services and who their competitors are. Do this by looking at their website, promotional literature and any news stories or press releases.

Make sure you arrive on time

It is imperative that you attend a interview at the exact time. Indeed it is good practise to present yourself at he reception about 15 minutes before the interview starts. It does not matter if you are early, but it does matter if you are late. Apart from appearing punctual you will also be less rushed and in a better more relaxed frame of mind for any proceedings.

Plan your route the day before

A good tip is to prepare in advance and in detail your travel arrangements, bus route etc. Look at the timetables of public transport or if you are driving your quickest route and also where to park. You do not want to arrive at your destination only to spend precious minutes looking for somewhere to park. This is particularly important in city centres.

Go over the CV you have sent in to the employer

If you have sent in a curriculum vitae then you will almost certainly be asked questions based on what you have written in it. If you answer these queries differently from what you have put down in your CV then it will be picked up by the interviewer. To make sure you don't fall into this trap, go over your resume one day before to refresh your memory.

Take your original certificates and also copies with you

Make sure you have your academic qualifications and any other awards in a neat folder. Take the originals as well as photocopies that you can leave.

Appearance and hygiene

Dress smart and formal, no jeans or trainers. Smell fresh but do not go over the top. Do not smoke prior to going into the interview as it can be off putting, especially if the interview room is small and windowless.

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