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- Before your interview takes place, research the company
in question as far as you can by way of the internet / company
brochures etc. Also ask for a job description in advance so
that you can prepare any questions which you have as a result.
Finally, make sure you know who you will be meeting (it may
be more than one person) and their job titles and relevance
to the role you have applied for.
- Dress smartly for the interview. You may be well known
within your current working environment for a flamboyant
style but when presenting yourself to a prospective employer,
it is often best to be conservative. Dark tailored suits,
smart shirts and smart shoes are advisable. If wearing a
tie, again keep it conservative - novelty ties and socks
should be avoided.
- Give careful consideration to the questions which you
may be asked. You will be expected to show what relevant
experience you have, why you are interested in the role,
why you are looking to leave your current position (if you
have one), what your ambitions are and, importantly, what
you are like as a person. For this last point, a number of
questions may be asked such as what you consider to be your
strengths and weaknesses, how other colleagues or friends
would describe you, how you like to be managed and, if appropriate,
what your management style is.
- Be ready to ask questions of the interviewer about the
company / the role / the working culture / career opportunities
etc. Often it is best to have these written down in advance
to ensure that you do not forget any relevant points.
- At the end of the interview, don’t be afraid to
express your enthusiasm for the position or ask what the
next stage in the recruitment process will be / when you
can expect to hear more.
Finally do not take the process for granted. Remember that an
interview is taking place for both sides to sell themselves to
each other.
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