Interview Advice | Part 2

Be Organised:

Get Ready

Your interview attire must be ready beforehand and appropriate to the company you are interviewing with. Remember to bring all documentation that may be required including a copy of your CV and a pen for note taking. Re-read your notes at a convenient time before the interview.

Be On Time

Be on time for the interview which means at least five to fifteen minutes early. What is the company address? Avoid being late by doing things like planning your route to the interview beforehand and organising parking.

Remember to find out the name and position of the person you will be interviewed by.

During The Interview

Your answer to the initial opening ‘ice breaker’ statements in the job interview are important. Answer these questions with thought and positive energy.

Maintain eye contact with your interviewer

Show you want the job with your interest.

Be Positive

Avoid negative comments especially about past employers. Be aware of your body language and understand the messages you are receiving from the interviewer. Be enthusiastic and show it in your replies and body language.

Be Professional

Always conduct yourself professionally and if something beyond your control occurs, show a sense of humour. Try and answer the interview question by more than a simple yes or no but also try not to be long winded and go over sixty (60) seconds.

Listen and Adapt

Pick up the style of the interviewer and adapt your presentation accordingly. Try and match your communication style to the interviewer.

Relate

Attempt to relate your answers to the company and focus on achievements relevant to the position.

Encourage

Encourage the interviewer to share information about the company. This will demonstrate your interest in the company. Look at ‘suggested questions to ask the interviewer’ are provided in the "Questions You Could Consider Asking the Employer" section.

Stay Calm

During the interview try to relax and stay as calm possible. If you feel stressed – slow down your responses, breathe and let the interviewer do more talking while you regroup. Listen to the entire question before you answer and pay attention to the question so you don’t have to ask the interviewer to repeat the question.