To help any job seekers or anyone else who has an upcoming interview, we have compiled a list of helpful things that you should DO in an interview. This comprehensive list of tips can help you to know what is it right to do in a face to face interview. We hope that you find the following list helpful in your interview preparation. The list is no particular order!
- Dress smartly
- Find venue beforehand
- Get outfit ready few days before
- Double check outfit day before
- Find out what type of interview you are going to have
- Prepare questions to ask
- Prepare answers for potential questions
- Back up skills & achievements with evidence
- Take time answering questions
- Be positive & sell yourself
- Get any feedback
- Turn off your mobile phone
- Keep good body posture
- Be honest what you can offer & do for the company
- Arrive early for your interview – 10-15 mins beforehand
- Treat everyone with respect & kindness you meet when attending at interviews
- Offer good handshake when introduced to interviewer
- Know the different handshakes to give male & female interviewers
- Listen attentively
- Keep good eye contact
- Ask for clarification if you don’t understand a question
- Be yourself
- Thank interviewer(s) for their time at end of the interview
- Take a practice run to location of interview so you know where it is & how to arrive on time
- Research company & job role before interview
- Take copies of you CV/Resume with you
- Take your portfolio or examples of work, skills & achievements
- Make notes after interview to remember details & evaluate your performance
- Write a thank you note to interviewer
- Research common interview questions & answers
- Take all requested documentation with you
- Think before you answer questions
- At end of interview, ask about next steps in hiring process
- Sleep & eat well before your interview
- Be presentable with your personal appearance
- Smile during your interview
- Sit down once offered a seat
- Know information in your CV & application for job role
- Take notes to help you answer & ask questions
- Ask questions about job role & company
- Show enthusiasm & passion for the job you’re interviewing for!
- Be confident & positive