subject: Job Search Advice [print this page] Interviews can be nerve racking, but there part and parcel of getting a job. Here are a few tips to help you through the interview process.
Don't chew- chewing in an interview is a definite no.
Don't smoke for the obvious reasons.
Don't eat garlic the night before -again for the obvious reason.
Don't be late if your late for the interview, it will send out the wrong message and you will look unpunctual. Punctuality is one of the things your potential employer is looking for.
Be honest when answering the interviewers questions the last thing you want is to be caught out, it will make you look dishonest and stupid.
Bring all your references and qualification certificates with you your potential employer may want to see proof of your academic achievements. It will also back up your work experience that is detailed on your CV.
Have a copy of your CV for your reference.
Have an answer to any question that the interviewer might ask you If there are any gaps in your CV have an explanation for them.
Turn up for the interview smartly dressed this will set a good impression.
Don't talk to much conversation is a two way thing, just answer the interviewers questions clearly and fully.
Try to relax it may be hard but do your best.
Try not to cocky or arrogant No one likes a smart ar@@.
Take some time to prepare a professional looking CV, a good CV is a must. Make sure that your CV details all your skills, experience and qualifications. The CV should also detail all of you previous work and educational back ground work, including all the dates. Try to be as accurate as possible with the information but most importantly be honest. Include a section that describes your self, your interests, hobbies and you attributes. If you are good at something include it on you CV. You can produce a professional looking CV your self, or if you need help there are tons of FREE resources online that can help you. The job center will help you put together a good CV for free and can give you all the advice you will ever need. There are some companies that charge for this service, but why pay when you can get it for free.
Always consider learning new skills, or gaining new qualifications. New skills will greatly improve your chance of getting a job. New skills can open doors and could also lead to a new and better paid career. If you feel your stuck in a rut or in a dead end job then retraining could be the answer your looking for .
