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Interview Preparation |
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The key to a successful interview
is preparation.
Find out as much information as possible about the
Company. Look at their website or telephone the
company beforehand to ask for any company literature
they can send you. Try to find out as much as possible
about the background and culture of the company.
If you are attending an interview through an agency
they should supply you with a detailed Job Description
/ Person Specification and information on the company.
Take two copies of your CV (one for you and one
for the interviewer), a notebook and pen for notes.
Keep papers in a folder or a briefcase.
Please visit http://www.bemyinterviewer.co.uk
for more interview tips and advice from Britain's
most successful entrepreneurs.
Questions on the day
Think of any appropriate questions to ask on the
day, so when they ask you if you have any questions
you are prepared. Do not ask about salary and/or
benefits at a first interview unless prompted by
the interviewer.
Check beforehand whether it will be a panel interview,
group interview or 1-2-1 Interview. Also check to
see if you have to take any tests or evaluations,
i.e.: typing test, psychometric, personality evaluation
etc.
When asked a question, always ensure that you give
a demonstrative answer. For example, be sure to
relate to a real event in your life where you experienced
and dealt with a particular scenario - this proves
that you have the experience to do the job.
Why not pre-empt some of the questions your interviewer/s
may ask? Without doubt, they will ask you what you
know about their company but there are many other
questions they may throw at you.
Remember, an interview is a two-way thing and they
will want to find out about you as much as you want
to find out about the company and the vacancy.
Plan your route
Plan your route carefully, giving yourself plenty
of time. You should arrive about 20 minutes early
to have a chance to look around and relax.
Body Language and dress code
You should be well groomed with tidy hair, clean
clothes and shoes. It is not a good idea to wear
strong perfume or too much make-up or jewellery.
Always wear a dark smart suit and plain shirt /
blouse.
At the interview make sure you give a firm handshake
and smile and remember to maintain eye contact to
all interviewers.
Be positive, watch your body language. Do not cross
your arms but do make frequent eye contact. Listen
carefully, do not fidget or interrupt and don't
be afraid to sell yourself. Never criticise former
employers etc… keep positive and keep replies
concise and clear.
Next steps
Ask what the next step would be if you are successful.
If you are really interested in the position then
let the interviewer know. Last but not least, don't
forget to thank the interviewer for their time.
It may also be wise to discuss any future holidays
that you have coming up in the immediate future
to avoid disappointment later.
Good luck!
On behalf of the Express Staffing Solutions team,
good luck on your interview. Please contact
us immediately after the interview to let your
Consultant know how it went! |
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Express Staffing Solutions Ltd, Registered Office: 2 East Street, Bromley Kent, BR1 1QX. Company Registration No. 4787685. VAT No. 814 985203
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