Pre Interview
Attend a workshop on interviewing skills.
Do your homework!
Make sure you know the name of the person or people interviewing you.
Research your interviewers - Google their names and check LinkedIn.
Check the format of the interview.
Think about the questions you might be asked.
Think of the responses you could make.
Develop questions that you can ask your interviewers.
Put yourself in the interviewer's shoes and think of what you would want to find out about yourself.
Practice interviewing by answering questions in front of your mirror.
Have a friend or family member ask you questions to work on your answers and delivery.
Videotape yourself and then watch the tape.
Take a contact number with you in case there are any problems.
Plan the journey and check for delays.
Print out a map of your route.
Leave a good half hour before you think you need to.
Organise your portfolio.
Bring along any relevant materials.
Use a briefcase or attache case.
At the Interview
All clothing should be neatly pressed.
Be on time.
Look the part and be positive.
Listen intently and respond clearly.
Maintain good eye contact with the interviewer/s.
Bring along two blue or black pens as well as a notepad.
Switch off your mobile phone.
Do not smoke during your interview or immediately before.
After the Interview
Evaluate your technique and the entire experience.
Promptly send handwritten thank-you notes to each person who interviewed you.
Relax and wait for the results of your hard work

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